Job Description

Crossing Guard

Contract, Part-Time Positions

September to June

Non-Union

The Township of Springwater, located in the heart of Simcoe County, is a mixed urban/rural municipality with growing urban settlements and a prosperous agricultural sector. The municipality is currently recruiting for the role of three (3) contract, part-time positions of Crossing Guards.

These Crossing Guard positions will report designated school crossing locations in Springwater and will work throughout the school calendar year from September to June. Crossing Guards are responsible to safely escort pedestrians, during school crossing hours, as defined in the Highway Traffic Act across roadways at designated school crossings by monitoring traffic flow gaps and assuming right-of-way, while adhering to regulations, policies and procedures.

Position Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely direct or escort pedestrians, as defined in the Highway Traffic Act, across roadways at designated school crossings by monitoring traffic flow gaps and assuming right of way.
• Be punctual, arrive on time and remain at school crossing location for the scheduled hours.
• Deal with all contacts in a courteous, friendly and efficient manner.
• Responding to pedestrian inquiries and providing information, as required
• Spreading salt/sand mixture around sidewalk and cross walk area during winter months to melt ice and improve traction
• Observe and report any safety-related incidents or hazardous conditions.
• Recognize road hazards and exercise good judgement when interrupting the flow of Traffic.
• Adhere to emergency vehicle right of way, ensuring they have priority over both vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
• Wear mandatory safety equipment and clothing supplied by the Township of Springwater at all times while on duty.
• Attend advanced health and safety training
• Work in compliance with the Highway Traffic Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, WHMIS, applicable legislation, regulations, statutes, and departmental policies/procedures/practices and operational guidelines.
• Ensure that all necessary personal protective equipment (e.g. safety boots, reflective vest, gloves, hearing protection, eye protection, stop sign etc.) are used and are maintained in good condition.

Qualifications and Experience

• Excellent judgment, initiative, and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with children, parents, pedestrians, school officials and the police.
• Ability to walk quickly and repeatedly in and out of the intersection and stand for 60 minutes, three times a day.
• Physical ability to perform crossing activities.
• Ability to effectively hear and see on-coming traffic at a safe distance (approximately 300 feet).
• Ability to read, interpret and follow procedural and policy manuals related to job performed.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work outside during all weather conditions.
• Ability to read, interpret and follow procedural and policy manuals related to job performed.
• The successful candidate must be 18 years of age or older.
• The successful candidate will be required to obtain an acceptable Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Check at their expense, prior to the employment commencement date.
• Standard First Aid level C, CPR and AED training is an asset.
• Crossing Guards must be available to work on short notice and willing to work a flexible schedule.

Rate of Pay

Compensation for this position is currently $25.59 per hour (2026 rate), plus statutory holidays and vacation pay as per the Employment Standards Act.

Hours of Work

This position will work 10 hours per week with shifts scheduled at two (2) different times Monday to Friday, during the school calendar year beginning September 8, 2026. Shifts are dependent upon the school schedule. Flexibility in scheduling is necessary to change shifts, change locations, and/or work extra hours as required.

Location

We are looking for crossing Guards to report to one of the following locations:

• Simcoe Street (in front of Huronia Centennial Elementary School), Elmvale
• Kerr Street / Shaw Street, Elmvale
• Doran Road, Midhurst

How to Apply

Apply online by visiting www.springwater.ca/careers

Please indicate your preferred location in your cover letter.

Closing Date: Posted until filled.

Vacancy Status: One (1) existing contract and two (2) new contract positions

Note: Applications that are not submitted online will not be considered. All applicants must provide a valid email address for communication purposes. Written correspondence pertaining to this recruitment may be sent to the email address provided. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they check their email regularly. The Township may use artificial intelligence to screen, assess or select candidates. Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and is used to determine eligibility for potential employment.

This job posting reflects the general responsibilities and requirements of the job and does not include all the work requirements of the job.

The Township thanks all applicants for their interest. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accessible Accommodations

As an inclusive employer, we are committed to providing a fully accessible recruitment process. Please contact us at any time during the recruitment process and let us know what accessible supports you may need.