Spare Crosswalk Guard - Eligibility List

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Spare Crosswalk Guard - Eligibility List

Job Posting

Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for the development of an eligibility list to support Spare Crosswalk Guards for all three (3) geographic locations (Dartmouth & Eastern Passage, Halifax & Fairview, Clayton Park, Bedford & Sackville) in Community Standards & Compliance, Community Safety. This consideration for hire list will be in effect from January 8, 2026 until July 8, 2026.

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 preference will be given to candidates who self-identify as African Nova Scotians, racially visible persons, women (applying for non-traditional positions), persons with disabilities, Aboriginal persons, and persons of the LGBTQ+ community. HRM encourages applicants 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.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safely escort elementary school children across busy crosswalks throughout HRM
• Enforce all policies and procedures in the operation of the crosswalk
• Abides by all laws dealing with pedestrian traffic at the crosswalk
• Reports any problems or safety concerns arising at the assigned crosswalk to the Supervisor or Program Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS:
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

WORK STATUS: Casual, Part-Time

HOURS OF WORK: The current daily scheduled hours for this position are Monday through Friday; 2 – 3.5 hours per day. Spare hours vary on need and crosswalk location.

SALARY: The hourly rate for this position is $17.75.

WORK LOCATION: Various locations throughout HRM.

CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59 PM on 8 July 2026.