Job Description

Situated on the picturesque Grand River, the City of Brantford is a rapidly growing community of over 100,000 residents, located in the heart of Southern Ontario with direct access to Hwy. 403 and is in close proximity to the GTHA, Waterloo and Niagara regions. As a single-tier municipality, Brantford is responsible for the full spectrum of municipal service areas. We invite you to join our #TeamBrantford corporate culture with many progressive initiatives, including our hybrid work environment. The City is committed to the professional development of our staff and invite you to come, grow with us!

Adult School Crossing Guards play an important role in keeping children safe on their way to and from school by assisting them across busy roadways during the school year. The ideal candidates for this position are responsible, community-minded individuals, who are committed to providing excellent customer service and are passionate about promoting and maintaining a healthy and safe workplace. The City of Brantford will provide newly hired Crossing Guards with the training and equipment needed to perform the job.
Reporting to the Supervisor of Community Safety Initiatives under the Bylaw and Security Department, your primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Monitoring traffic flow to identify safe breaks in traffic to allow for the safe crossing of students and pedestrians; Communicating clearly and effectively using spoken commands, a handheld sign, a whistle, and hand signals; Being a role model in helping children develop the skills necessary to cross the streets safely at all times; Documenting and reporting incidents to supervisor(s); Adhering to the provisions of the Provincial Highway Traffic Act and City policies.

QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to work both mornings before school, and afternoons after school, Monday through Friday during the school year. Ability to work outside through all weather conditions. Applicants must be physically able to perform the essential duties of the position, as assessed through a medical examination by a Physician. Access to reliable transportation is required as work hours may be outside of public transportation operations. Strong customer service skills and a passion for promoting and maintaining a healthy and safe community. General knowledge of automobile use, habits, traffic, and rules/regulations. Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening required.

WAGE/SALARY RANGE:

$19.91 to $23.42 per hour (up to 24 hours per week) plus benefits.

To apply on-line, please visit the City of Brantford website at

https://brantford.ca/careers

and click on

Current Opportunities

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Closing date for applications:

Thursday, September 4, 2025, at 4:30 p.m.

Information gathered relative to this position will only be used for candidate selection.

We thank each applicant for taking the time and effort to submit your resume, however, only candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

Our organization is committed to promoting the independence, dignity, integration, and equality of opportunity of persons with disabilities by ensuring the accessibility of our facilities and services. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. Applicants need to make their required accommodations known in advance.

Job Types: Part-time, Casual

Pay: $19.91-$23.42 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 24 per week

Work Location: In person