Join us to shape the future of St. Catharines!
About the City:
In the city of St. Catharines, we are committed to realizing the vision outlined in The City of St. Catharines - Strategic Plan 2023 to 2027. Our goal is to cultivate a city that thrives on safety, innovation, sustainability, and caring, not just for today, but for generations to come. Join our team and be part of a meaningful journey to shape the future of our community, leaving a lasting impact that extends far beyond the present.
About the Role:
In the role of a part-time School Crossing Guard, you will ensure the safety of pedestrians, with a special emphasis on children, as they cross designated school intersections. Your focus will be on monitoring traffic, granting pedestrians the right of way, and following the regulations outlined in the Highway Traffic Act. In this role, you will have the opportunity to create a significant impact every day, safeguarding our most valuable community members – our children.
What You Will be Doing:
Safely escort pedestrians across roadways at designated school crossings, adhering to regulations, policies, and procedures as defined in the Highway Traffic Act (HTA).
Control and follow all regulations to ensure pedestrians are safely assisted at crossings.
Provide exceptional customer service by communicating and enforcing safe crossing rules to the public.
Document and report incidents or unsafe conditions.
Prioritize emergency vehicle right of way over vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
Use required safety equipment and clothing and assist in training new crossing guards.
These responsibilities outline the principal functions of the position and serve as a guiding vision for the role's impact and contribution.
About You:
Qualifications:
Excellent customer service skills with clear and effective communication abilities.
Physical ability to move briskly, stand for 60 minutes two times per day in all weather conditions while holding a STOP Sign weighing 5 pounds up high.
Remain alert and perform duties quickly and safely.
Effective hearing and vision to observe oncoming traffic at a safe distance.
Previous experience with the public or children is beneficial.
Training on relevant acts and regulations will be provided.
Requirements:
Must undergo a Police Vulnerable Sector Check and Medical Evaluation, both expenses covered by the City of St. Catharines.
Training
Training will be provided prior to the start date in one of two sessions on August 20, 2024, and August 27, 2024.
Other Job Details:
Hourly Rate: $21.80 (Increasing to $23.76 on January 1, 2025)
Employee Group: Non-Union
Division: Transportation
Department: Engineering, Facilities and Environment Services (EFES)
Position Type: Part-time, Temporary (September 2024 to June 2025)
Work Mode: In-Person
Work Location: Various locations
Hours of Work: Two 60-minute shifts per school day (morning and afternoon), excluding PD days, school holidays, and closures.
Number of Openings: 10 positions (and 25 spare Crossing Guard positions)
Job ID: 2024-141
Posted Date: June 3, 2024
Application Deadline: July 11, 2024
Additional Information:
To ensure fairness and efficiency in our recruitment process, we kindly request that all applications be submitted through our official portal at www.stcatharines.ca/jobs. Applications received through other channels will not be considered. We also advise applicants to maintain up-to-date contact information and regularly check their spam and junk email folders, as important communications regarding their application may be directed there.
For applicable positions, the recruitment process will be conducted using video conference technology. Please note that for certain roles, in-person interviews may be required.
They City of St. Catharines does not use AI Technology in any part of the recruitment process.
Employment Equity, Inclusivity and Accommodation:
Dedicated to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment, the City of St. Catharines is an equal opportunity employer committed to accommodating the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We encourage applicants to inform the Human Resources Division of any accessibility needs to ensure they are accommodated throughout the recruitment and selection process.
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