• Must obey all established traffic safety regulations to ensure children (going to and from school) are assisted in crossing roadways at designated locations.
• To wear safety equipment (eg. safety vest) supplied by the Town of Tillsonburg at all times while on duty.
• To report any incidents or accidents involving traffic and/or children to the supervisor and appropriate police or school officials.
• Have good working knowledge of the Highway Traffic Act and Occupational Health & Safety Act as it relates to the job, to be aware and comply with Conditions of Employment and instructions as provided by the Town of Tillsonburg.
• To arrive at crossings at specified times and remain at crossing throughout specified time.
• Attends all scheduled meetings and training sessions for school crossing guards.
• Aware of safe work practices relating to job responsibilities and have basic understanding of the Occupational Health & Safety Act as it relates to the work environment.
• Adheres to all policies and procedures for the Town.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

• OSSD or equivalent.
• Strong public relations abilities with good verbal and listening communication skills.
• Must be alert, able to maintain a high degree of concentration, with visual and hearing ability to recognize traffic at a safe a distance (approx 300 feet).
• Ability to walk pedestrians safely across busy intersections and react safely and quickly to traffic conditions.
• Must be able to display a school crossing stop sign (weight up to 5 lbs) in an upright position so that it is visible to vehicular traffic approaching each direction and extend the other arm out parallel for one – three minutes on a frequent basis.
• Ability to perform all physical requirements of the activities.
• Must be able to perform duties outside in all diverse weather conditions.
• Successful applicant must obtain acceptable security clearance (must provide a Criminal Record Check including the vulnerable sector and pardoned sexual offenders) from the Ontario Provincial Police at the applicant’s expense.
• Medical certificate may be required upon request.
• Supply of a personal vehicle may be required.

About the recruitment process

The Town of Tillsonburg uses Jazz HR recruitment software to streamline the collection and communication of resumes and applications.

All new Town of Tillsonburg employees are required to complete a police record check.

The Town will accommodate any individual needs you have throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Please contact us if you require any accommodations.

The Town of Tillsonburg is an equal opportunity employer and all information collected will be used in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of job selection.

We thank all those who apply for positions, but only applicants invited for an interview will be contacted.