What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Custodial Services and Grounds position at Champaign Unit 4 School District?
- Positively transforming learning and life outcomes for students through educational justice, equity, and excellence.
- Bachelor’s Degree or higher, preferably in management, organizational leadership, architecture, engineering or a related field (preferred) OR a minimum of five (5) years’ management experience in one of these fields
- Experience in the maintenance of public school buildings and grounds (preferred)
- Ability to exert strong leadership and inspire superior performance in members of the staff
- Ability to make firm decisions in the areas of responsibility and delegate responsibility to others
- Ability to develop and administer effective custodial and preventative maintenance programs
- Ability to function effectively as a member of a team
- Able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Diversified knowledge in various areas of custodial services and maintenance
- Up-to-date knowledge of grounds, industrial cleaning techniques, chemicals, and equipment
- Proficient with word processing, database, and online software
- Accreditation or ability to secure accreditation as an Asbestos Contractor Supervisor
- Ability to lift objects in excess of fifty (50) pounds in weight
- Willingness and ability to respond to emergencies, including on evenings and weekends
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable
- The entry level base salary for this position is expected to be a minimum of $87,411, plus highly competitive benefits, including 100% Board-paid IMRF contributions and 100% Board-paid employee-only health, dental, and term life insurance. There is a minimal employee cost for vision insurance. Additional compensation above the base is offered for those with previous successful experience. A copy of the Administrative Salaries & Fringe Benefits document is attached. Questions about salaries or fringe benefits should be directed to the Human Resources Office.
- This position will remain posted until the hiring process is complete; however, interviews will be conducted as soon as a suitable pool of candidates is found. To ensure consideration, please submit your application materials as soon as possible.
- If you are interested in a brief, confidential conversation regarding your possible interest in this position prior to filling out an application, please contact Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources Ken Kleber at (217) 351-3822.
- Champaign Unit 4 Schools serves over 10,000 PreK-Young Adult students in 18 facilities, which include twelve elementary schools, three middle schools, two high schools, one early childhood facility, and the Novak Academy. Located conveniently near Chicago, Indianapolis, and St. Louis, Champaign residents enjoy the entertainment and intellectual activity of a large city, without the higher costs of living and lengthy commute times often associated with busy city/suburban life. The University of Illinois provides the excitement of Big 10 sporting events, a thriving business environment, and world-class entertainment at State Farm Center and the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Champaign is characterized by a thriving downtown and campustown, shopping centers and boutiques, award-winning restaurants, neighborhood parks, live music venues, and summer festivals. We also share many museums, galleries, and theatres with the adjacent city of Urbana.
- If you want to learn more about this position or other career opportunities in Champaign Unit 4 Schools, please contact our Assistant Director of Human Resources & Employee Engagement, Ms. Nancy Whitehouse, at whitehna@u4sd.org. Please include your résumé.
JobID: 2069
Position Type:
Administration/Director
Administration/Director
Date Posted:
11/11/2025
11/11/2025
Location:
O&M - Maintenance and Grounds
O&M - Maintenance and Grounds
Date Available:
ASAP
Our Mission
ASAP
Salary : $87,411