School Crossing Supervisor

Applications closing on 25 August 2024, 11:45 PM

  • Casual position - School terms
  • Play a vital role in assisting children, families, and pedestrians in safely crossing roads
  • Based in Alexandra

Make a significant difference in our community!

Council has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and passionate School Crossing Supervisor to assist students and families to travel safely to and from school.

We are currently seeking a friendly and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about ensuring the safety of children to become part of our team.

About this opportunity

As a School Crossing Supervisor, you will play a vital role in assisting children, families, and pedestrians in safely crossing roads at designated school crossings. Your responsibilities will include supervising and monitoring crossings during designated shift times, promptly reporting any incidents, accidents, near misses, or potential risks that occur, and always maintaining a high level of awareness and professionalism.

What you will bring

  • Good verbal communication skills. Previous experience working with children and the general public highly regarded.
  • Ability to instruct and direct users of school crossings in a safe and professional manner.
  • Ability to work in varying weather conditions and without supervision.
  • Ability to work within clearly defined procedures, policies and regulations.
  • Ability to meet physical requirements of the role.
  • A good understanding and a basic knowledge of legislation relative to their duties.

What we offer

The Murrindindi Shire is situated on Melbourne's peri-urban fringe and encompasses the charming rural townships of Alexandra, Eildon, Kinglake, Marysville and Yea. The Shire benefits from great natural beauty and tourist attractions such as Lake Eildon, picturesque national parks, the Great Victorian Rail Trail and access to Victoria's snowfields. We are located within proximity to Melbourne, a lovely 60 to 90 minute drive from Melbourne, depending on your route.

We offer an inclusive and flexible work environment within a supportive team along with ongoing professional development and a range of employee benefits designed to promote a positive work/life balance.

How to apply

For more information about the role or a confidential discussion, please contact Ian Coller, Acting Coordinator Community Safety on (03) 5772 0333.

We request your application contains a cover letter, your resume, and addresses the key selection criteria set out in the Position Description.

You can submit your application and any accompanying attachments:

  • online – you will receive an email notification confirming your submission.
  • by email to msc@murrindindi.vic.gov.au
  • or post them to Murrindindi Shire Council, PO Box 138, Alexandra 3714.

Applications close at 11.45 pm, 25 August 2024.

Conditions of employment are in accordance with the Murrindindi Shire Council’s Enterprise Agreement. It is also a condition of employment that the successful applicant:

  • provides evidence of eligibility to work in Australia.
  • undertakes a satisfactory Police Check and, where applicable to the role (refer Position Description), provides a current Working with Children Check.