Job Posting

Halifax Regional Municipality is inviting applications for the seasonal position of Crosswalk Guard - Floater in Community Standards & Compliance, Community Safety.

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 we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.

Crosswalk Guards - Floater are responsible for providing a safe and secure crosswalk for elementary children at designated school crosswalks in HRM.

We are recruiting Regular Part-time Crosswalk Guards - Floater who are bargaining members of CUPE Local 4814 for positions serving all geographic regions the Crosswalk program serves (Geographic regi Halifax and area, Bedford and Sackville). THESE POSITIONS ARE NOT LIMITED TO ONE GEOGRAPHIC REGION. Should we not be able to fill the vacancy, we will accept applications from the general public for these same locations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Safely escorts elementary school children across busy crosswalks throughout HRM.
- Observes traffic and assess the appropriate time to stop vehicles for pedestrians to cross safely.
- Provides clear instructions to children on when and how to cross safely.
- Uses a handheld stop sign to effectively control vehicle traffic and ensure children can cross safely.
- Demonstrates respect and inclusivity in interactions with children, families, and community members.
- Adheres to and promotes compliance with all policies and procedures related to crosswalk operations.
- Abides by pedestrian traffic laws at the crosswalk.
- Reports any problems or safety concerns arising at the assigned crosswalk to the Crossing Guard Supervisor or Program Manager.




- Assists the Crossing Guard Supervisor with training new crossing guards.
- Assists the Crossing Guard Supervisor with conducting crosswalks assessments.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

- Experience working with children is an asset.
- Customer Service experience is an asset.
- Must be available Monday through Friday.
- Valid Nova Scotia Driver's License.
- Access to a vehicle (may be required to attend various locations throughout the workday).

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 will 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.

Candidates must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position and have valid licensing, as required.

Please note – Applicants are responsible to include all information that they wish to have taken into consideration in the review of their application, and applicants are required to provide full details of experience or training referenced in the posting. Applicants may be screened out of this competition at preliminary stages of review based on the insufficiency of the information provided,



and the award of this position may be made solely on the basis of the information provided in the electronic submission without any requirement that the Employer contact the candidate for further elaboration on information referenced in the application.

COMPETENCIES: Communications, Customer Service, Valuing Diversity, Value & Ethics

WORK STATUS: Regular, Seasonal (10-months per year)

HOURS OF WORK: The current daily scheduled hours for this position are Monday - Friday; 5 hours per day.

SALARY: The hourly rate for this position is $19.84 in accordance with the collective agreement between CUPE Local 4814 and Halifax Regional Municipality.

WORK LOCATION: Various locations throughout HRM.

CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to Applications will be received up to 11:59 pm on Thursday September 17, 2026.

This is a bargaining unit position. External applicants will only be considered if there are no qualified bargaining unit candidates.

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, qualified 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.

(Position 78640440, 78640441, 78640442)

📌 Crosswalk Guard - Floater (Halifax Regional Municipality)
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