Custodial Supervisor

Amherst College
United States, Massachusetts, Amherst
6 East Drive (Show on map)
Sep 03, 2024
Custodial Supervisor Amherst Campus Full Time JR5149 Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff. Job Description: Amherst College invites applications for the Custodial Supervisor position. The Custodial Supervisor is a full-time, year-round position, starting at $25.57 per hour. Given Amherst's distinction as one of the most diverse liberal arts colleges in the country, the successful candidate will demonstrate the ways in which they bring value to and will work towards supporting a broadly diverse community. The Custodial Supervisor supervises a diverse custodial staff and oversees the cleanliness, sanitation, and maintenance of academic, administrative, and dormitory buildings. Areas include offices, classrooms, fitness center, laboratories, dormitory rooms, furnishings and equipment, as well as building entrances and exterior walkways. This is a working supervisory position dictated by staffing, meaning the person in the position will need to perform custodial duties as needed. The Custodial Supervisor takes appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participates in the College's efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment. Work schedule: The position is designated as providing essential services and may be required to report to work or remain on duty even when the College is closed. Our work is central to student life, and their needs occur at a variety of times throughout the day, week, and year and in such, a flexible schedule with extended shift times may be required. The work schedule may vary and corresponds to the College's operational needs, but generally is Monday through Friday. Summary of Responsibilities: Supervision Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate custodial staff Assist Special Services in overseeing office moves and special events Develop, plan, and coordinate work assignments, including summer conferences and other College events Utilize various software tools, including School Dude, TMA, EMS, and Star Rez, for efficiency, process payroll Create and contribute to an intentionally inclusive work and college culture Custodial Operations Submit reports Address issues related to work requests Address dormitory-related issues Assist with snow and ice removal Perform custodial duties as needed Respond to emergencies Qualifications: Required High School or Vocational Diploma or equivalent Valid Driver's License and successful credentialing is required in order to operate college vehicles Two years of custodial or equivalent experience Commitment to, experience with, and ability to work effectively with a broad spectrum of individuals from a variety of diverse backgrounds Strong customer service, time management, organizational, problem solving, and project management skills Demonstrated verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new software programs Attention to detail An acceptable criminal offender records information (CORI) check Successful completion of pre-employment physical and lift test Preferred Associate degree in business DOT requirements for operating a CMV (operation of a vehicle in excess of 10,000 lbs. GVWR, or more than nine passengers) Similar role at an academic institution or large facility Amherst College offers many opportunities for professional growth and development, continued learning, and career advancement. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Benefits are an important part of our overall compensation, so it is critical that you review all of the options to ensure it meets your total compensation requirements. Click here for Benefits Information. Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter online at https://amherst.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Amherst_Jobs. Please be sure to upload all requested documents prior to clicking Submit. Applications cannot be revised once submitted. (Current employees and students should apply by clicking on the Jobs Hub icon from their Workday home screen) Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To apply, visit https://amherst.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Amherst_Jobs/job/Amherst-Campus/Custodial-Supervisor_JR5149 jeid-3f2ce8adea2f4e4b9a5c1c8f937e7a8a