The City of Toronto's Road and Trail Safety Ambassador Program is on again for the summer of 2002 albeit in a reduced form. The initial budget request was for 20 Ambassadors but the full amount for cycling safety and education programs was not approved by City Council. The program will go ahead with 'aproximately' five Ambassadors according to the job ad that was sent out by the City of Toronto.
For those interested in a summer job on their bike I have included the Job Description with the contact information. The deadline for applications is April 30th, 2002.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Road & Trail Safety Ambassador Program hires approximately 5 individuals from May 13, 2002 to August 30, 2002, to carry out a program of public outreach promoting road and trail safety in Toronto. The Road and Trail Safety Ambassadors will cycle and work in teams implementing creative education programs and delivering safety information at community events. Ambassadors must be experienced cyclists. POSITION:
Road & Trail Safety Ambassadors (File# X2SUM1304) - $12.14 per hour
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Provide practical road safety information and model responsible bicycle use through a variety of events, education programs, campaigns and community outreach rides
• Work with volunteers, sponsors, community groups and other City organizations such as Toronto Public Health and the Police Bicycle Patrol
• Provide road and trail safety expertise and disseminate safety messages at special program events and community events
• Respond to public, community and media requests for information and materials
• Assist with instruction to adults and children in CAN-BIKE courses and Kids CAN-BIKE Festivals
• Collect and enter data related to bicycle user groups
• Participate in on-going program evaluation and training
• Perform office and administrative tasks as required
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in written form with all levels of the community in formal as well as informal situations
• Knowledge and experience in program delivery to people of all ages, abilities, cultural groups, disabilities, economic status and sexual orientations
• Ability to work in teams and foster team spirit
• Ability to work with children and teach safety tips
• Strong problem-solving and self-motivation skills
• Experienced cyclists
DESIRABLE ASSETS:
• CAN-BIKE II Training
• Fluency in a language other than English
• Experience communicating with the media
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
• All Ambassadors must have a bicycle in good working order and an approved helmet for use on the job
• 35 hour work week (with no overtime); include evenings and weekends
• Successfully completing a CAN-BIKE II training course (provided by the City)
• Successfully completing a First Aid training course (provided by the City)
• Physically fit and able to perform duties outside, all day, in any weather
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Friday, April 30, 2002
Applications should be forwarded to the City of Toronto, Employment Services, Human Resources Division, Metro Hall, 5th Floor, 55 John Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 3C6,
Fax# (416) 397-9818.
We thank all applicants and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Committed to employment equity, the City of Toronto encourages applications from Aboriginal people, people with disabilities, racial minorities and women.
NOTE: Candidates who are selected to participate in the interview process will be required to successfully complete a Bike Road Test during the week of May 6.
Part of the Bike Plan is the promotion of cycling as a means of transportation and the education of cyclists about safety. So far it has not gotten the same level of support as the captial projects. Hopefully in the next budget round the City can be convinced that these programs should be expanded as well.
