Crossing Guard (26-203)

Job Title: Crossing Guard
Bargaining Unit: Non-Union
Language Requirement: English Essential

Cornwall is a beautiful community with a population of 47,000 situated on the banks of the St. Lawrence River in Eastern Ontario. The city offers a wide array of urban amenities, making it an excellent place for a career and raising a family. With a growing economy, expanding population and fantastic quality of life, there has never been a better time to start the next phase of your career with the City of Cornwall! Cornwall is a diverse and progressive community where residents and partners feel safe, welcomed, and enjoy a high quality of life supported by access to financially responsible and sustainable municipal services and infrastructure. 

Position Summary

Reporting to the Supervisor, Transportation, the Crossing Guard is responsible for ensuring the safety of pedestrians, particularly school children, by assisting them to safely cross the road at designated locations. This position involves directing traffic, communicating with pedestrians and drivers, and fostering a safe and orderly crossing environment by ensuring compliance with traffic regulations.

Key Responsibilities 

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision.
• Enjoy working outdoors, capable of standing for extended periods and working in all weather conditions. 
• Ability to make quick, sound decisions in high-traffic situations. 
• Strong ability to identify potential hazards and respond proactively and to assess traffic patterns and pedestrian movement for safe crossings. 
• Have access to transportation as you may be placed at different areas within the City. 
• Prior experience in a crossing guard, traffic control, or public safety role would be an asset.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with pedestrians, drivers, and community members. 
• Available shifts are between 7:00am to 9:15am and/or 2:00pm to 4:00pm. Also, some crossings have a lunchtime shift from 10:30am to 12:00pm.
• Must obtain and maintain a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Record Check. 
• Bilingual would be an asset.

If selected for this role, you will need to provide:

• Successful reference check (two work-related references, with a minimum of one being a direct supervisor)
• Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check
• Proof of certifications

Additional Information:
The Corporation of The City of Cornwall strives to promote and demonstrate the values of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. We are committed to reflecting the diversity of the community we serve and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds and abilities to apply. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Information collected will be handled in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

The City of Cornwall is an equal-opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. At the City, we respect, encourage and celebrate our diversity. The City of Cornwall is committed to providing accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Please save a copy of this posting for your records. Please ensure that your application clearly demonstrates how you meet each of the required qualifications. Please note, selection for further consideration will be based on the information you provide in your application. Interviews may be conducted virtually through Microsoft Teams or in-person.

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