Prevailing Wage for Crossing Guards and Flaggers
Prevailing wage for Crossing Guards and Flaggers (SOC 33-9091) is set by DOL using Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey data. Whether you work as a School Crossing Guard, Community Service Officer, or Road Crossing Guard, the floor varies significantly by city and by one of four experience levels DOL assigns to each sponsored position.
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Level 1 covers entry-level crossing guards and flaggers with limited field experience, typically performing routine traffic control under direct supervision. Workers in this tier follow established procedures with minimal independent judgment and no specialized training beyond basic orientation.
Level 2 applies to qualified crossing guards and flaggers with moderate field experience who handle standard assignments with limited supervision. This is the most common filing level for Crossing Guards and Flaggers, reflecting typical sponsored hires with some demonstrated on-site competency.
Level 3 covers experienced professionals who manage complex or higher-risk traffic control situations, exercise independent judgment, and may train newer staff. Employers filing at this level typically document several years of relevant field experience and a track record of handling variable site conditions.
Level 4 applies to fully competent crossing guards and flaggers in lead or senior roles, setting site protocols, overseeing compliance, and serving as subject-matter resources. Sponsors filing at this level must document that the position requires top-tier expertise and carries supervisory or program-level responsibility.
Prevailing Wage for Crossing Guards and Flaggers by OES area
Each shape is a DOL OES area, the unit prevailing wage is published for.
What’s an OES area?
The Department of Labor publishes prevailing wages for geographic zones called OES areas. Every U.S. county belongs to exactly one, and the wage floor applies across the whole area. A worker in Oakland gets the San Francisco metro wage, not a separate Oakland wage.
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Watch for county contractor versus municipal filings
Crossing guard positions are often staffed through third-party safety contractors rather than directly by school districts or municipalities. Contractor-sponsored filings may target a different worksite wage area than where guards actually stand post, which can push the prevailing wage floor higher than the offer reflects.
Flag low-wage metros before accepting an offer
The prevailing wage floor for this occupation swings sharply by location. Markets like Baton Rouge and Amarillo post the lowest L1 floors nationally, while Seattle and Bellingham carry floors more than double those levels. Confirm which metro the LCA lists as the worksite before comparing your offer.
Check whether shift differentials count toward the wage floor
Crossing guard pay is often structured around split shifts covering school arrival and dismissal windows. DOL requires the annualized base rate to meet the prevailing floor; shift differentials and per-diem allowances typically do not count toward satisfying that minimum base wage requirement.
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DOL classifies these titles under SOC 33-9091.00 alongside Crossing Guards and Flaggers, so the same four-tier wage schedule applies to each. Tap a title to see the full breakdown.
Adult Crossing Guard Prevailing Wage
Adult Crossing Guard Prevailing Wage
Adult Crossing Guard positions fall under SOC 33-9091.00 (Crossing Guards and Flaggers). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
Community Service Officer Prevailing Wage
Community Service Officer Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a Community Service Officer for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 33-9091.00 (Crossing Guards and Flaggers). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Crossing Guard Prevailing Wage
Crossing Guard Prevailing Wage
Crossing Guard is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 33-9091.00 (Crossing Guards and Flaggers). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Road Crossing Guard Prevailing Wage
Road Crossing Guard Prevailing Wage
Road Crossing Guard positions fall under SOC 33-9091.00 (Crossing Guards and Flaggers). DOL OFLC publishes one four-tier prevailing wage schedule for the entire classification; employers filing H-1B, E-3, or PERM petitions for this title use the levels below.
School Crossing Guard Prevailing Wage
School Crossing Guard Prevailing Wage
When a U.S. employer sponsors a School Crossing Guard for a work visa or green card, DOL applies the prevailing wage schedule for SOC 33-9091.00 (Crossing Guards and Flaggers). Wage level reflects the role's experience and responsibility, not the title itself.
Substitute Crossing Guard Prevailing Wage
Substitute Crossing Guard Prevailing Wage
Substitute Crossing Guard is an O*NET-reported job title within SOC 33-9091.00 (Crossing Guards and Flaggers). All roles in this SOC share the same prevailing wage tiers. The level an employer files at depends on what the role requires, not which title is used.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does DOL set the prevailing wage for Crossing Guards and Flaggers?
DOL calculates prevailing wages using Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics data collected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. For each metro area, BLS surveys employer payroll data and DOL converts those figures into four wage levels tied to experience and job complexity. Employers sponsoring a crossing guard or flagger must certify on the LCA that the offered wage meets or exceeds the applicable level for that worksite location.
What do the four wage levels mean and how do I know which applies to my job offer?
DOL assigns Level 1 to entry-level positions with direct supervision and routine duties, Level 2 to qualified workers handling standard assignments with limited oversight, Level 3 to experienced staff exercising independent judgment, and Level 4 to lead or fully competent workers with supervisory scope. The level an employer files on the LCA should match the actual duties described in the position. If your offer letter describes basic traffic control under close supervision, Level 1 or Level 2 is typical.
Why does the prevailing wage for the same crossing guard role differ so much from city to city?
DOL bases each metro's wage floor on regional BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys, which capture local labor market rates. A crossing guard position in Seattle reflects that metro's cost of labor and competing wages, while the same title in Baton Rouge reflects a very different local market. Because the LCA must list the actual worksite address, the prevailing wage that applies is always the rate for the specific metro where the work is performed, not a national average.
What happens if an employer offers a wage below the DOL prevailing wage for a sponsored position?
An employer cannot certify a valid LCA if the offered wage falls below the applicable prevailing wage. OFLC will reject or invalidate an LCA where the wage attestation cannot be met. Without a certified LCA, the sponsoring employer cannot proceed with an H-1B or PERM-based green card petition through USCIS. If an offer is already extended below the floor, the employer must either adjust the compensation or reclassify the position before filing.
How do I find and verify the prevailing wage for a Crossing Guards and Flaggers position in a specific U.S. city?
Use the OFLC Wage Search tool to look up the prevailing wage by SOC code 33-9091 and the metro area where you would work. Enter the worksite ZIP code or metropolitan statistical area and select the appropriate wage level to see the current DOL floor. You can also cross-reference BLS data to understand the underlying survey figures. For locating employers with a verified sponsorship history for this occupation, Migrate Mate filters by visa type and role so you can see which companies have filed before.
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