What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Custodial Services and Grounds position at Champaign Unit 4 Schools?
Company Description
Champaign Unit 4 School District is a dynamic public school district dedicated to delivering high-quality education to students in the Champaign, Illinois community. With an emphasis on academic excellence, inclusivity, and preparing students for future success, the district offers diverse programs that promote growth, creativity, and critical thinking. Unit 4 Schools works in collaboration with passionate educators and community partners to ensure all students reach their full potential.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role located in Champaign, IL. The Director of Custodial Services & Grounds is primarily responsible for ensuring that the appearance of the facilities and grounds are safe, clean, attractive, comfortable, and efficient environments in which to learn and work and reflect positively on the District.
Qualifications
- 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.