School Crossing Guard

Position Details

• Job ID: 32219
• Job Description ID: 1368
• Closing Date: 2027-08-28
• Hours of Work: 1.65 - 2.75 hours daily
• Location: Hamilton
• Department: Community Services

Contribute to the City of Hamilton, one of Canada’s largest cities - home to a diverse and strong economy, an active and inclusive community, a robust cultural and dining scene, hundreds of kilometers of hiking trails and natural beauty just minutes from the downtown core, and so much more. Join our diverse team of talented and ambitious staff who embody our values of sensational service, courageous change, steadfast integrity, collective ownership and being engaged empowered employees. Help us achieve our vision of being the best place to raise a child and age successfully.

Reports to the School Crossing Supervisor and is responsible for ensuring that all pedestrians, namely elementary school children are crossed safely at designated crossing locations.

General Duties

• Must obey all established traffic safety regulations to ensure that all pedestrians, namely elementary school children going to and coming from school are assisted in crossing major and busy roadways at desired locations.
• Report and document any problems, i.e. weather conditions, children, and motorists to supervisor.
• May assist in training new guards, as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned, which are directly related to the responsibilities of the position.

Qualifications

• Previous experience related to duties listed above.
• Working knowledge of traffic safety regulations.
• Must have the ability to maintain a high degree of concentration, with visual and hearing ability to recognize traffic at a safe distance.
• Exposed to traffic noise and exhaust fumes.
• Must have the ability to perform the physical aspects of this position including standing and walking for prolonged periods of time and carrying a hand-held stop sign (5 lbs).
• Must be able to perform the above-noted employment activities outside in all weather conditions, including extremes of heat and cold.

Hours

1.65 - 2.75 hours daily

Additional Notes

• The individual will be required to travel to various work locations within the City of Hamilton.
• As a condition of employment, the successful applicant(s) will be required to obtain a Criminal Reference Check (Vulnerable Sector Screening), at their own expense, prior to beginning work in this position.
• As a condition of employment, the successful applicant(s) will be required to obtain a Medical Clearance, Vision and Hearing test, at their own expense, prior to beginning work in this position.
• This incumbent shall comply with all health & safety policies and practices for this position and the workplace.
• The City is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, and will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process up to the point of undue hardship.

Internal applicants should apply with your work e-mail address. External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Interested applicants please submit your application online at www.hamilton.ca/city-council/jobs-city by 4:00 p.m. on August 28th, 2027.