Crosswalk Guard at Halifax Regional Municipality

Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for the seasonal position of Crosswalk Guard in Community Standards & Compliance, Community Safety.

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application. 

Crosswalk Guards are responsible for providing a safe and secure crosswalk for elementary children at designated school crosswalks in HRM.

We are recruiting Regular Part-time Crosswalk Guards(s) who are bargaining members of CUPE Local 4814 for positions located in the following areas. Should we not be able to fill the vacancies listed below, we will accept applications from the general public for these same locations. We are also recruiting spares from all geographical locations.

Dartmouth & Eastern Passage

1. Astral Dr & Shrewsbury Rd
2. Astral Dr & Brookfield Ave
3. Catherine St at the school
4. Thorncrest Crt & Caldwell Rd

Halifax

1. 1400 Oxford St
2. Bayer's Road & Halifax Shopping Centre
3. Tower Rd & Inglis St

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safely escorts elementary school children across busy crosswalks throughout HRM.
• Observes traffic and assess the appropriate time to stop vehicles for pedestrians to cross safely.
• Provides clear instructions to children on when and how to cross safely.
• Uses a handheld stop sign to effectively control vehicle traffic and ensure children can cross safely.
• Demonstrates respect and inclusivity in interactions with children, families, and community members. 
• Adheres to and promotes compliance with all policies and procedures related to crosswalk operations.
• Abides by pedestrian traffic laws at the crosswalk.
• Reports any problems or safety concerns arising at the assigned crosswalk to the Crossing Guard Supervisor or Program Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:

• Experience working with children is an asset.
• Customer Service experience is an asset.
• Must be available Monday through Friday.
• Access to reliable and timely transportation (may be required to attend various locations throughout the workday).
• Ability to stand or walk 2 - 3 ½ hours a day and be exposed to all weather conditions. 
• Ability to maintain control under pressure. 
• Ability to work with minimum supervision. 
• Possess adequate vision and hearing.

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:

• Ability to stand or walk 2 - 3 ½ hours a day and be exposed to all weather conditions
• Ability to maintain control under pressure
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Possess adequate vision and hearing.

Security Clearance Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.

Please note – Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer’s discretion.

COMPETENCIES: Communications, Customer Service, Valuing Diversity, Value & Ethics

WORK STATUS: Regular, Seasonal (10-months per year)

HOURS OF WORK: The current daily scheduled hours for this position are Monday - Friday; 2 – 3.5 hours per day.

SALARY: The hourly rate for this position is $17.75 in accordance with the collective agreement between CUPE Local 4814 and Halifax Regional Municipality.   

WORK LOCATION: Various locations throughout HRM.

CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59 pm on Thursday, October 23, 2025

This is a bargaining unit position. External applicants will only be considered if there are no qualified bargaining unit candidates.  

Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.
 
To ensure a fair and equitable hiring process, candidates are expected to complete all parts of the recruitment process, including assessments, assignments, and interviews independently and without the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools or other forms of external assistance. The use of AI to complete any component of the hiring process is not permitted and may result in disqualification from consideration. 

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as interview or testing) and who require an accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Talent Acquisition Advisor when invited to the assessment process. For more information on our accommodation process please click on the link; Accommodations | Hiring | Employment | Halifax

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