A Crossing Guard Moves On

A longtime East Hampton Middle School crossing guard has crossed over into a new role with East Hampton Village, meaning students will see a different face in front of the school this year.

Rob Jahoda, a former traffic control officer who spent the last 11 years as the crossing guard at the school, started a new job in August as a code enforcement officer with the village. Melissa Moseley, another traffic control officer, who had previously helped students cross farther down the road, will take over for Mr. Jahoda.

“Rob will be missed,” Charles Soriano, the middle school principal, said Tuesday. “I really appreciated how he handled the responsibilities of his job — with care and concern for our students’ safety. He kept his eagle eye on everyone’s comings and goings.”

In his new role, Mr. Jahoda is involved in inspecting buildings and enforcing village codes related to building regulations and fire safety. He will still be seen around the school. In fact, in August, he was involved in a fire safety inspection at the middle school.

Mr. Jahoda, who was once nominated for a local website’s Man of the Year award, said he will miss his post at the middle school.

“I liked seeing the kids, parents, and teachers every day,” he said. “It was nice to have a routine. I tried to put a smile on their faces. . . . I might not miss the bitter cold days, but in general I will miss it. But I am on to other things now, and loving this new job.”