School Crossing Guard (Casual)

Thunder Bay; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Thunder Bay is seeking a dedicated Crossing Guard to ensure the safety of children at designated school crossings. This part-time role requires individuals to control traffic and document incidents while abiding by safety regulations.

To qualify, candidates must effectively communicate and understand the Highway Traffic Act. This position demands physical agility in all weather conditions. The City encourages applications from diverse backgrounds, ensuring equal opportunities for all.

Qualifications

• Must stand outdoors for up to one and a half hours in any weather.
• Physically capable of quick movement in case of emergency.
• Capable of understanding written instructions and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Control traffic and ensure safe crossing of school children.
• Document incidents and report to supervisor.
• Wear required safety equipment.

Skills

Ability to understand the Highway Traffic Act

Effective communication skills

Job description

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Field Supervisor - Crossing Guards, is responsible for the safety of children crossing the street at designated school crossings.

Major Responsibilities

• Controls traffic and obeys all regulations to ensure safe crossing of school children at designated roadways.
• Documents incidents and reports same to supervisor.
• Uses and wears all required safety equipment and clothing.
• Abides by Highway Traffic Act, Health and Safety Act and City policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Must be capable of understanding the Highway Traffic Act and written instructions and procedures
• Must be able to stand outdoors for up to one and one half hours in any type of weather, and be physically capable of quick movement in case of emergency
• Ability to communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing

Terms of Employment

• Part-time
• Must be available to work split shifts during the school day, between the hours of 8:00-9:00 am and 2:00-4:00 pm

Conditions of Employment

• Must successfully undergo a Police Vulnerable Sector Check (PVSC)
• Must successfully undergo a work fitness test as required by the Corporation
• Must meet Ministry of Transportation Vision Standards with respect to visual acuity and horizontal visual field (‘G’ Class)
• Must execute an employment contract
• Must be able to travel to various locations throughout the City, as required

General Information

As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Thunder Bay encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minority groups, women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

Ontario Human Rights Code

It is a contravention of the Human Rights Code of Ontario to discriminate on the basis of: race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, age, record of offences, gender identity or gender expression. Therefore, a resume submitted to the City must not include references to any of the above characteristics. Do not include:

• Photos
• Any certificates that have photo identification
• Driver’s licences
• Police records checks

Accommodation

Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.

Privacy

Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 302, as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment. Questions about this collection of personal information should be directed to the Human Resources Division, 125 Syndicate Ave Suite 42, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7E 6H8, Telephone: [phone]