Crossing Guards

Job Zone

Job Zone 1-2: Very Little to Some Preparation Needed

Usually requires a high school diploma or GED, though some occupations may not.

Job Zones group occupations into one of five categories based on the education, experience, and training typically needed to perform them.

Tasks

Specific duties and responsibilities regularly performed in this occupation.

Direct or escort pedestrians across streets, stopping traffic, as necessary.95
Guide or control vehicular or pedestrian traffic at such places as street and railroad crossings and construction sites.94
Monitor traffic flow to locate safe gaps through which pedestrians can cross streets.92
Communicate traffic and crossing rules and other information to students and adults.89
Direct traffic movement or warn of hazards, using signs, flags, lanterns, and hand signals.88
Distribute traffic control signs and markers at designated points.82
Report unsafe behavior of children to school officials.81
Stop speeding vehicles to warn drivers of traffic laws.80
Learn the location and purpose of street traffic signs within assigned patrol areas.78
Record license numbers of vehicles disregarding traffic signals, and report infractions to appropriate authorities.75
Discuss traffic routing plans and control-point locations with superiors.70
Inform drivers of detour routes through construction sites.63

Skills

Developed capacities that facilitate learning or the more rapid acquisition of knowledge.

Speaking53
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Social Perceptiveness50
Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Active Listening47
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Monitoring47
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Coordination44
Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
Critical Thinking44
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Judgment and Decision Making44
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Service Orientation44
Actively looking for ways to help people.
Complex Problem Solving35
Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Active Learning31
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Reading Comprehension31
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Negotiation28
Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.

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Persuasion28
Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
Time Management25
Managing one's own time and the time of others.
Writing25
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Instructing22
Teaching others how to do something.
Learning Strategies22
Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
Systems Analysis22
Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
Systems Evaluation19
Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
Management of Personnel Resources16
Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.
Mathematics16
Using mathematics to solve problems.
Operations Monitoring16
Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
Management of Material Resources13
Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.
Management of Financial Resources10
Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.
Troubleshooting10
Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
Operations Analysis6
Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
Quality Control Analysis6
Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
Equipment Maintenance0
Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
Equipment Selection0
Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
Installation0
Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
Operation and Control0
Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
Programming0
Writing computer programs for various purposes.
Repairing0
Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
Science0
Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
Technology Design0
Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.

Knowledge

Organized sets of principles and facts that apply in general domains.

Public Safety and Security72
Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
Customer and Personal Service54
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
English Language52
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.
Law and Government35
Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process.
Psychology35
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Education and Training25
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Personnel and Human Resources25
Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.
Administration and Management24
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
Transportation24
Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.
Communications and Media22
Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
Administrative15
Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and workplace terminology.
Mathematics13
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

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Foreign Language12
Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition and grammar, and pronunciation.
Telecommunications12
Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of telecommunications systems.
Sociology and Anthropology11
Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human migrations, ethnicity, cultures, and their history and origins.
Therapy and Counseling11
Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
Geography10
Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.
Computers and Electronics9
Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Medicine and Dentistry7
Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
Philosophy and Theology7
Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their basic principles, values, ethics, ways of thinking, customs, practices, and their impact on human culture.
Engineering and Technology6
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
Design5
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Economics and Accounting5
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
Mechanical4
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Building and Construction3
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.
Physics2
Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub-atomic structures and processes.
Production and Processing2
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Sales and Marketing2
Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
Biology1
Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
Chemistry1
Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
Fine Arts0
Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform works of music, dance, visual arts, drama, and sculpture.
Food Production0
Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.
History and Archeology0
Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civilizations and cultures.

Abilities

Enduring attributes of the individual that influence performance.

Oral Comprehension63
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Oral Expression63
The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
Problem Sensitivity63
The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.
Far Vision53
The ability to see details at a distance.
Selective Attention53
The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
Speech Clarity53
The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
Deductive Reasoning50
The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
Speech Recognition50
The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
Inductive Reasoning47
The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
Information Ordering47
The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
Near Vision47
The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Trunk Strength47
The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing.

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Arm-Hand Steadiness44
The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
Reaction Time44
The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
Time Sharing44
The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information (such as speech, sounds, touch, or other sources).
Auditory Attention35
The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distracting sounds.
Category Flexibility35
The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
Manual Dexterity35
The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
Stamina35
The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breath.
Written Comprehension35
The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
Written Expression35
The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
Depth Perception31
The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you, or to judge the distance between you and an object.
Hearing Sensitivity31
The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch and loudness.
Multilimb Coordination31
The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.
Perceptual Speed31
The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.
Glare Sensitivity28
The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
Gross Body Coordination28
The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together when the whole body is in motion.
Dynamic Strength25
The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This involves muscular endurance and resistance to muscle fatigue.
Extent Flexibility25
The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
Finger Dexterity25
The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
Flexibility of Closure25
The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.
Memorization25
The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures.
Peripheral Vision25
The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes are looking ahead.
Spatial Orientation25
The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know where other objects are in relation to you.
Speed of Closure25
The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns.
Visual Color Discrimination25
The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
Fluency of Ideas22
The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).
Gross Body Equilibrium22
The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unstable position.
Originality22
The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.
Speed of Limb Movement22
The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
Static Strength22
The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
Visualization22
The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
Control Precision19
The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
Response Orientation19
The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two or more different signals (lights, sounds, pictures). It includes the speed with which the correct response is started with the hand, foot, or other body part.
Night Vision16
The ability to see under low-light conditions.
Rate Control16
The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in anticipation of changes in the speed and/or direction of a moving object or scene.
Sound Localization16
The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
Explosive Strength13
The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping or sprinting), or to throw an object.
Number Facility13
The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
Wrist-Finger Speed13
The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.
Mathematical Reasoning10
The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.
Dynamic Flexibility6
The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with your body, arms, and/or legs.

Work Activities

General types of job behaviors occurring on multiple jobs.

Getting Information63
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
Assisting and Caring for Others61
Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public61
Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
Performing General Physical Activities60
Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates57
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings52
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others50
Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
Making Decisions and Solving Problems48
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events47
Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards46
Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships45
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
Handling and Moving Objects45
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

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Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge44
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People43
Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
Processing Information43
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work42
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Scheduling Work and Activities42
Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
Communicating with People Outside the Organization41
Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials41
Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
Analyzing Data or Information39
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
Documenting/Recording Information38
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information38
Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
Coaching and Developing Others36
Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
Developing Objectives and Strategies36
Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others36
Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
Training and Teaching Others36
Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
Thinking Creatively33
Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
Providing Consultation and Advice to Others32
Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
Developing and Building Teams30
Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
Performing Administrative Activities30
Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others29
Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment26
Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.
Controlling Machines and Processes25
Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
Working with Computers25
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Monitoring and Controlling Resources20
Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
Selling or Influencing Others20
Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates15
Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment14
Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment12
Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
Staffing Organizational Units12
Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment9
Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.

Work Styles

Personal characteristics that can affect how well someone performs a job.

Dependability88
A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related obligations.
Cautiousness87
A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related decisions or doing work.
Cooperation68
A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
Integrity63
A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
Attention to Detail60
A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
Self-Control58
A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in response to criticism or difficult situations at work.
Stress Tolerance52
A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
Empathy51
A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feelings at work.
Optimism45
A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even under difficult circumstances.
Social Orientation45
A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
Sincerity44
A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, without concern for personal gain or self-interest.
Self-Confidence42
A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control one's work-related outcomes.

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Leadership Orientation35
A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
Perseverance29
A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in the face of difficult circumstances or obstacles at work.
Humility14
A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
Adaptability12
A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas at work.
Initiative12
A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may fall outside of one's required work role.
Achievement Orientation7
A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, set high work-related standards, and exert high effort toward meeting those goals and standards.

Interests (RIASEC)

Holland's six occupational interest types (RIASEC) this work tends to attract.

Realistic81
Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.
Conventional44
Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.
Social35
Work involves helping, teaching, advising, assisting, or providing service to others. Social occupations are often associated with social, health care, personal service, teaching/education, or religious activities.
Enterprising33
Work involves managing, negotiating, marketing, or selling, typically in a business setting, or leading or advising people in political and legal situations. Enterprising occupations are often associated with business initiatives, sales, marketing/advertising, finance, management/administration, professional advising, public speaking, politics, or law.
Investigative11
Work involves studying and researching non-living objects, living organisms, disease or other forms of impairment, or human behavior. Investigative occupations are often associated with physical, life, medical, or social sciences, and can be found in the fields of humanities, mathematics/statistics, information technology, or health care service.
Artistic2
Work involves creating original visual artwork, performances, written works, food, or music for a variety of media, or applying artistic principles to the design of various objects and materials. Artistic occupations are often associated with visual arts, applied arts and design, performing arts, music, creative writing, media, or culinary art.

Work Context

Physical and social factors that influence the nature of work.

Outdoors, Exposed to All Weather Conditions
- Every day99%
Spend Time Standing
- Continually or almost continually88%
Deal With External Customers or the Public in General
- Extremely important71%
- Very important11%
- Important13%
Exposed to Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
- Every day62%
- Once a week or more but not every day20%
- Once a month or more but not every week17%
Exposed to Contaminants
- Every day77%
Freedom to Make Decisions
- A lot of freedom52%
- Some freedom21%
- Limited freedom27%
Frequency of Decision Making
- Every day78%
- Never14%
Contact With Others
- Constant contact with others59%
- Contact with others most of the time17%
- Occasional contact with others22%
Physical Proximity
- Very close (near touching)55%
- Moderately close (at arm's length)26%
- I work with others but not closely (e.g., private office)13%
Spend Time Walking or Running
- Continually or almost continually69%
- Never14%
Consequence of Error
- Extremely serious52%
- Very serious22%
- Serious18%
Exposed to Sounds, Noise Levels that are Distracting or Uncomfortable
- Every day48%
- Once a week or more but not every day34%

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Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
- Every day75%
- Never24%
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
- Extremely important33%
- Very important37%
- Important19%
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
- Continually or almost continually41%
- More than half the time30%
- Never12%
Determine Tasks, Priorities and Goals
- A lot of freedom47%
- Some freedom16%
- Limited freedom14%
- No freedom14%
Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams
- Every day48%
- Once a week or more but not every day14%
- Once a year or more but not every month27%
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
- Continually or almost continually65%
- Never27%
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
- Very important results43%
- Important results30%
- No results23%
Work With or Contribute to a Work Group or Team
- Extremely important38%
- Very important13%
- Fairly important26%
- Not important at all14%
Dealing With Unpleasant, Angry, or Discourteous People
- Every day21%
- Once a week or more but not every day29%
- Once a month or more but not every week16%
- Once a year or more but not every month26%
Health and Safety of Other Workers
- Very high responsibility31%
- High responsibility11%
- Moderate responsibility11%
- Limited responsibility12%
- No responsibility35%
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
- Every day46%
- Never53%
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
- Every day45%
- Never54%
Exposed to Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting Conditions
- Every day29%
- Once a week or more but not every day18%
- Never48%
Conflict Situations
- Once a month or more but not every week18%
- Once a year or more but not every month17%
- Never34%
Spend Time Bending or Twisting Your Body
- More than half the time25%
- Less than half the time21%
- Never42%
Coordinate or Lead Others in Accomplishing Work Activities
- Very important17%
- Important33%
- Not important at all41%
Time Pressure
- Every day27%
- Never67%
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
- Continually or almost continually17%
- More than half the time11%
- Less than half the time14%
- Never57%
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
- Every day12%
- Once a month or more but not every week29%
- Never53%
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
- Very important17%
- Fairly important11%
- Not important at all57%
Work Outcomes and Results of Other Workers
- High responsibility15%
- Moderate responsibility22%
- Limited responsibility15%
- No responsibility48%
Work Schedules
- Seasonal (only during certain times of the year)20%
- Irregular (changes with weather conditions, production demands, or contract duration)14%
- Regular (established routine, set schedule)66%
Telephone Conversations
- Every day11%
- Once a year or more but not every month21%
- Never53%
E-Mail
- Every day12%
- Once a week or more but not every day13%
- Never68%
Written Letters and Memos
- Once a month or more but not every week24%
- Once a year or more but not every month28%
- Never48%
Exposed to Disease or Infections
- Once a week or more but not every day22%
- Never75%
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Operate Enclosed Equipment
- Once a week or more but not every day14%
- Never76%
Outdoors, Under Cover
- Every day16%
- Never84%
Dealing with Violent or Physically Aggressive People
- Once a year or more but not every month28%
- Never66%
Degree of Automation
- Not at all automated81%
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
- Every day11%
- Never89%
Level of Competition
- Slightly competitive12%
- Not at all competitive82%
Exposed to Radiation
- Never95%
Public Speaking
- Once a year or more but not every month18%
- Never82%
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
- Less than half the time18%
- Never81%
Spend Time Sitting
- Less than half the time13%
- Never85%
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
- Never95%
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
- Not important at all95%
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
- Never97%
In an Open Vehicle or Operating Equipment
- Never99%
Duration of Typical Work Week
- Less than 40 hours100%
Exposed to Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
- Never99%
Exposed to High Places
- Never100%
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
- Never100%
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
- Never99%

Typical Education Levels Reported

Education levels O*NET survey respondents in this occupation most often reported having.

High school diploma or equivalent
Less than high school diploma
Some college, no degree

Technology Skills

Specific software and technology tools commonly used on the job.

Word processing software
Microsoft Word
Human resources software
Payroll software
Calendar and scheduling software
Visual Computer Solutions Crossing Guard Scheduling

Professional Associations

Organizations related to this occupation, such as industry and licensing bodies.

Related Occupations

Occupations that call for similar work and worker requirements.

Detailed Work Activities

More specific, granular versions of the Work Activities above.

Direct vehicle traffic.
Assist motorists or pedestrians.
Monitor access or flow of people to prevent problems.
Inform the public about policies, services or procedures.
Warn individuals about rule violations or safety concerns.
Position safety or support equipment.
Discuss performance, complaints, or violations with supervisors.
Maintain professional knowledge or certifications.
Communicate situation details to appropriate personnel.
Record information about suspicious objects.
Confer with others to conduct or arrange operational activities.
Provide information to the general public.

This page incorporates information from O*NET Web Services by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

Based on federal labor and demographic data. Data source & methodology