POSITION OBJECTIVE:

The position of flagger is done for the purpose of flagging and traffic control required for construction on school facilities.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY:

The Bellevue School District is committed to a diverse workforce representative of our students, one that embraces and models cultural competency as an international community.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

• Performs functions associated with traffic control.
• Properly uses, cares for, and secures tools, equipment and materials utilized in job functions.
• Meets and works with the public effectively and courteously.
• Drives district vehicles (not requiring a commercial driver's license) and performs other functions incidental to the essential job functions.
• Completes paperwork associated with job functions in a neat and timely manner.
• Must wear and utilize personal protective equipment as required.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

• Reports directly to and is supervised by Symmetry Administrator or designee

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (positions in this class typically require):

Required:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be experienced with traffic control procedures and safety practices

Allowable Substitutions:
• None

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS (positions in this class typically require):

• Must have, or obtain within six months of employment, valid Washington State-approved Industrial First Aid card.
• Must have a valid Washington State driver's license and a safe driving record.
 

KNOWLEDGE (position requirements at entry):

• Must have a working knowledge of general traffic control procedures.
• Must have knowledge of local area roads and traffic patterns.
• Must develop a working knowledge of District traffic control procedures.
• Must develop a working knowledge of safe work practices, accident prevention procedures, tools and equipment as related to job functions.

SKILLS (position requirements at entry):

• Must have the ability to communicate clear and concise verbal instructions and information to employees, supervisors, customers and others.
• Must have the ability to work without close supervision and make decisions compatible with prior instructions.
• Must have math, reading and writing skills as related to job functions.
• The work requires the ability to observe job conditions; work in limited light; and differentiate among colors.
• The work requires the ability to answer questions and communicate with coworkers and others in person and on telephones and mobile radios.
• The work requires the ability to see, hear and smell in order to detect problems and ensure the safety of employees and others in response to exposure to the hazards associated with this position.
• The work requires the ability to remain alert and to move quickly to avoid the hazards associated with this position.
• The work requires the ability to operate vehicles in a safe manner.
• Work activities involve combinations of walking, climbing, pushing, pulling, bending, lifting and carrying and standing for extended periods.
• Demonstrates multicultural sensitivity with the ability to effectively and collaboratively work with diverse populations
• Ability to perform all duties in accordance with all applicable Board policies and district and legal requirements
• Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises. The job functions will be performed in an outdoor environment, subject to adverse weather conditions and noise. Job functions on and around mechanized equipment will present the need for alertness and safety awareness.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

$25.00/hour.  Position is temporary, hourly on-demand/as needed, with no benefits.  No specific guarantee of work is offered.

NOTE:

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Verification of identity and United States work authorization must be completed. The successful candidate for this position must be fingerprinted. Employment is contingent upon clearance by Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Bellevue School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Civil Rights, Racial Discrimination, and Gender Expression or Identity Discrimination:
Civil Rights/Nondiscrimination Compliance Coordinator Nancy Pham, (425) 456-4040 or phamn@bsd405.org

Sex-based Discrimination, including Sexual Harassment:
Title IX Coordinator: Jeff Lowell, (425) 456-4010 or lowellj@bsd405.org

Disability Discrimination:
Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Heather Edlund, (425) 456-4156 or edlundh@bsd405.org

Mailing address for all three: 12111 NE 1st Street, Bellevue, WA 98005.