City of Kettering, OH

Salary: $16.68 - $21.60 Hourly
Location : Kettering Government Center, OH
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 202600008
Department: ENGINEERING
Opening Date: 02/09/2026
Closing Date: 9/30/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Job Description
The City of Kettering Engineering Department is seeking to fill Regular Part-time Crossing Guard positions to work 10-12 hours per week during the school year. Job responsibilities include the safety and the efficient crossing of the street by school children within and in the immediate vicinity of school crosswalks daily supervision of school safety patrol and elementary school children in their travel to and from school at designated intersections along city roadways. This position also participates in periodic functions or events in relation to student school safety patrols or public outreach and will be a visible representative of the City of Kettering. Compensation: Pay range is $15.72 to $21.60 per hour. Benefits include paid sick leave vacation leave and holiday pay.
Examples of Duties
Assist in designing and carrying out studies to identify various traffic situations with the City;
Identification of traffic violators;
Report damaged traffic control devices, sidewalks, parking lots and other structures to the Engineering department;
Assist in the development of safety lessons and serve as an instructor for in-class safety presentations in the areas of pedestrian and bicycle safety, seat belt programs, Kettering Safety Village and general traffic
safety;
Cooperate with principals, teachers and PTA/PTO representatives who initiate safety programs and activities;
Train and supervise the school safety patrol, and in conjunction with school officials, the actions of school safety patrols within the City;
Correct and/or make recommendations to school officials regarding the functioning of the school safety patrol, which will enable student pedestrians and bicyclist to arrive and depart from school safely;
Continuously evaluate the performance of school safety patrols and inform school officials of the results of these evaluations;
Participate in periodic functions or events in relation to safety patrols or public outreach and be a visible representative of the City of Kettering.
Typical Qualifications
Knowledge of Transportation Engineering and Police divisions' activities as they relate to motor vehicle, pedestrian and bicycle laws and related practices. Ability to communicate these laws and practices to residents of the City and surrounding areas, especially within designated school districts.
Knowledge of the City's organizational structure and its function in safety, traffic, and emergency situations.
Ability to see, hear, stand, jump, run, grasp, hold up arms, lift twenty pounds and endure inclement weather with temperature extremes. Combined physical and cognitive ability to move and maneuver quickly in order to avoid danger from errant vehicles. The ability to control a STOP paddle effectively. Ability to communicate specific instructions clearly, firmly, and courteously. Knowledge and ability to engage in public speaking which includes preparation and delivery (voice, grammar, etc.) and handling questions of groups of all ages.
Ability to assist with snow and ice removal from the pedestrian access routes when necessary.
Ability to operate as a member of a team. Ability to relate positively with children. Ability to remain objective and patient.
Crossing Guards should also possess the following minimum qualifications to effectively perform their duties and responsibilities:
Average intelligence;
Good physical condition, including sight, hearing, and ability to move and maneuver quickly in order to avoid danger from errant vehicles;
Ability to recognize potentially dangerous traffic situations and warn and manage students in sufficient time to avoid injury;
Mental alertness;
Neat appearance;
Good character;
Regular and predictable on-site attendance required;
Dependability; and
An overall sense of responsibility for the safety of students.
A high school education and a valid Ohio driver's license are required as is dependable transportation to and from designated work locations. Prior experience in working with children, involvement in traffic safety and life safety related programs is preferred.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This position is not eligible
EMPLOYEE BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS - REGULAR PART-TIME EMPLOYEE (20+HRS/WEEK)
Effective January 2026
This document is provided for informational purposes only and offers a general overview of benefits available to Regular Part-Time employees working a minimum of 20 hours per week. All benefits are subject to change, modification, or elimination.
You have 30 days from hire to elect dental, vision, and/or voluntary life insurance. If you wish to enroll, please contact Human Resources to obtain the necessary enrollment paperwork.
Dental Insurance
While the City does not contribute toward the cost of dental insurance, Regular Part-Time employees are eligible to purchase coverage by paying the full premium.
The City partners with Superior Dental Care to provide dental coverage for employees and eligible dependents (legal spouse and children under age 26).
Superior Dental Care offers the same level of coverage for both in-network and out-of-network providers. However, out-of-network providers may balance bill, while in-network providers may not. To minimize out-of-pocket costs, employees are encouraged to use in-network providers.
A list of in-network dentists is available at www.superiordental.com.
2026 Monthly Pre-Tax Dental Premiums
Coverage
Single
Family
Employee
$31.19
$95.10
Vision Coverage
The City partners with UHC Vision to offer vision coverage to employees and eligible dependents (legal spouse and children under age 26).
UHC Vision provides access to a broad network of retail and independent providers, including LensCrafters, Costco Optical, Sam's Club, and Target Optical. Providers in the network can be found at www.myuhcvision.com.
While there is no City contribution toward vision premiums, coverage is offered at a competitive group rate.
2026 Monthly Pre-Tax Vision Premiums
Coverage
Single
Family
Employee
$4.77
$12.17
Voluntary Life Insurance
Eligible employees may purchase additional voluntary life insurance for themselves, their legal spouse, and eligible children.
Employee Coverage

• Available in $10,000 increments, guaranteed issue up to $400,000
• Guaranteed approval during the first 30 days of employment

Spouse and Child Coverage

• Spouse: $10,000 increments, guaranteed up to $50,000
• Child: $2,000 or $10,000 (from live birth up to age 26)

• One premium applies, regardless of the number of eligible children

• Employee must carry voluntary coverage equal to or greater than dependent coverage
• Guaranteed approval within the first 30 days of employment

This program provides valuable financial protection for employees and their families.
Monthly Life Insurance Premium Rates
Premiums are based on the employee's age and the amount of coverage elected. Rates shown are monthly costs per $10,000 of coverage, unless otherwise noted.
Age
Employee Cost
per $10,000
Spouse Cost
per $10,000
Child $2,000 Policy
Child $10,000 Policy
Under 30
$0.60
$0.60
$0.20
$1.02
30 - 34
$0.90
$0.65
One premium, regardless of number of children. Children eligible to age 26.
35 - 39
$1.10
$0.80
40 - 44
$1.60
$1.10
45 - 49
$2.60
$1.70
50 - 54
$4.20
$2.50
55 - 59
$6.80
$4.00
60 - 64
$10.70
$6.20
65 and over
$17.20
$12.20
$400,000/Max
$50,000/Max
Example: How to Calculate Your Monthly Premium
An employee who is age 40 elects $100,000 in voluntary employee life insurance coverage.

• Rate for age 40-44: $1.60 per $10,000
• Coverage elected: $100,000 = 10 units of $10,000

• Monthly cost: 10 × $1.60 = $16.00 per month

Retirement Plan
In lieu of Social Security contributions, employees (excluding Patrol Officers and Firefighters) make contributions to the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).

• Employee contribution: 10.0% of gross salary
• City contribution: 14.0% of gross salary

New members are given 180-days to elect participation in one of two plan selections within OPERS. Information from OPERS regarding plan selection will be mailed to your home address. Additional information can be obtained by calling OPERS at 800.222.7377 or by visiting www.opers.org.
In addition, employees may voluntarily contribute to a Deferred Compensation Plan through MissionSquare or Ohio Deferred Compensation. These plans allow employees to save additional funds for retirement through pre-tax payroll deductions.
Leave Benefits
Holidays
Regular Part-Time employees receive regular compensation for the following 11 holidays:

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King Jr. Day (3rd Monday in January)
• Presidents' Day (3rd Monday in February)
• Memorial Day (Last Monday in May)
• Juneteenth
• Independence Day
• Labor Day (1st Monday in September)
• Thanksgiving Day (4th Thursday in November)
• Day After Thanksgiving
• Christmas Eve
• Christmas Day

When a holiday falls on a weekend, the City Manager may designate an alternate observance day.
Vacation Leave
Vacation leave accrues based on length of service.Regular Part-Time employees accrue Vacation Leave at the same rate as regular Full-Time employees; however, such leave is prorated on actual hours worked. For example, an employee who is in the first category that accrues 10 days per year and is working five four-hour days would accrue ten four-hour days; an employee working five six-hour days would accrue ten six-hour days.
Length of Service
Days per Year
Up to 5 years
10
Over 5 and up to 10 years
12
Over 10 and up to 15 years
16
Length of Service
Days per Year
Over 15 and up to 20 years
20
Over 20 and up to 25 years
23
Over 25 years
25
Employees may begin using vacation leave after 90 days from hire date.

• Maximum carryover: 30 days
• Vacation year runs from early October through late September
• Unused vacation is paid out upon separation, except for employees with less than six months of service

Prior Ohio public service may be eligible for service credit toward accrual rates.
Sick Leave

• Regular Part-Time employees accrue Sick Leave at the same rate as regular Full-Time employees prorated on actual hours worked
• Maximum accrual: 260 days (2,080 hours)
• Eligible portions may be paid upon retirement or death

Eligible prior Ohio public service sick leave may be transferred.
Birthing Parent and Bonding/Non-Birthing Parent and Bonding/Adoption Leave
Birthing parent and bonding leave may be granted with full pay and benefits during the period of pregnancy-related disability and charged to sick leave as appropriate. Additional leave may be available under other leave policies. In certain circumstances, the provisions of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) may apply. Similar benefits may apply to non-birthing parents and adoptive or foster placements.
Funeral Leave

• Up to 5 days for spouse, child, stepchild, parent, or parent-in-law
• Up to 3 days for immediate family (sibling, sibling-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, grandparent, grandparent-in-law, grandchild, half-brother, half-sister or other relative living in the same household)
• 1 day for more distant relatives

Jury Duty
Employees may continue to receive regular pay while serving jury duty, subject to City Manager approval.
Injury Leave & Workers' Compensation
The City participates in the Ohio Workers' Compensation system. Employees injured on the job receive medical care and partial wage replacement. Injury-related leave with pay may be approved, and employees must complete required Workers' Compensation documentation with assistance from Human Resources.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employees and household members have access to free, confidential counseling services 24/7 through EmployeeCare.

• Phone: (937) 208-6626 or (800) 628-9343
• For easy guidance to free mental health and well-being resources, visit kettering.onemorning.com

Employee Council
The Employee Council plans recognition events, social activities, and fundraisers, including the annual employee picnic and humanitarian fund.
Pet Insurance
Discounted MetLife Pet Insurance is available for purchase at any time. Additional information is available on the City intranet or through Human Resources.
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