Spare Crosswalk Guard - Eligibility List

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 August 10, 2026 until January 8, 2027.

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 $19.84.

WORK LOCATION: Various locations throughout HRM.

CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59 pm on January 8, 2027.

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.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of their qualifications, including, but not limited to, educational credentials, professional licenses, and relevant certifications.

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