Crossing Guard Recruitment

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Halifax Regional Police is recruiting people who are committed to ensuring the safety of children at designated school crosswalks, enjoy being outdoors and want the flexibility of working part-time.

Crossing guards who work regular part-time belong to the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), and are offered a range of benefits as well as an attendance bonus. The hourly rate is $12.74 (under negotiation).

Candidates must meet the security clearance requirements administered by Halifax Regional Police.

For more information, call 902-490-5168 or email woodrowp@halifax.ca

Resumes will be accepted anytime as this is an ongoing job offer.

Full details of the Crossing Guard position

Duties & responsibilities

  • Safely escort elementary school children across busy crosswalks throughout HRM
  • Enforce all policies and procedures in the operation of the crosswalk
  • Abide by all laws dealing with pedestrian traffic at the crosswalk
  • Report any problems or safety concerns arising at the assigned crosswalk to the supervisor or program manager

 

Qualifications

  • Experience as a Crossing Guard would be an asset
  • Valid driver’s licence and vehicle would be an asset
  • This position would be especially attractive to retired/semi-retired people

 

Skills & abilities

  • Ability to stand or walk 2 – 3.5 hours a day in all weather conditions
  • Ability to maintain control under pressure
  • Ability to work within minimum supervision
  • Possess adequate vision and hearing


Hours of work: Various shifts leading up to 3.5 hrs/day Monday to Friday, 10 months of the year.
Salary: The hourly rate is $12.74 (under negotiation) in accordance with the collective agreement between CUPE Local 4814 and the Halifax Regional Municipality.