Crossing Guard (25-159)

Who we are

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.

The Crossing Guard is responsible for ensuring the safety of pedestrians, particularly school children, by assisting them in safely crossing roadways 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

• Assist pedestrians, specifically school children, in crossing designated intersections following municipal policies and traffic laws.
• Monitor and assess traffic flow to determine the safest opportunities for pedestrians to cross.
• Communicate and use hand signals, stop paddles, and other safety measures to direct both pedestrians and motorists.
• Maintain a strong, visible presence at the assigned crossing location to promote pedestrian safety.
• Report any traffic violations, hazards, or incidents to the appropriate municipal authorities.
• Provide guidance to children and community members on safe road-crossing practices.
• Ensure punctuality and adherence to the assigned schedule, regardless of weather conditions.
• Participate in training sessions and follow municipal protocols for safety and emergency procedures.
• Support municipal school safety programs by assisting with pedestrian safety awareness initiatives.
  
  

Leadership Of Others

• N/A
  
  

Position Requirements

Education & Certifications:

• Valid First Aid and CPR certification
  
  

Experience:

• Prior experience in a crossing guard, traffic control, or public safety.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Traffic Knowledge: Strong knowledge of traffic laws, pedestrian safety regulations, and municipal policies.
• Situational Awareness: Strong ability to identify potential hazards and respond proactively and to assess traffic patterns and pedestrian movement for safe crossings.
• Communication: Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with pedestrians, drivers, and community members.
• Decision-Making: Ability to make quick, sound decisions in high-traffic situations.
• Physical Stamina: Capable to stand for extended periods and work in all weather conditions.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Work is performed outdoor in all weather conditions.
• This role works a split shift to accommodate start and end times for schools.
• This role involves potential exposure to traffic fumes and noise from busy roadways.
• Cognitive demands include maintaining constant awareness of surroundings (vehicles, pedestrians, weather, traffic flow) to detect and respond to potential hazards and monitoring driver behavior and pedestrian actions to anticipate risks.
• Physical demands include standing for extended periods and using handheld stop signs or traffic control devices.
  
  

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.

To see the full job posting, please visit: https://www.cornwall.ca/en/city-hall/careers.aspx