What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Housekeeping Worker (Filling More Than One) position at Inside Higher Ed?
Working Title:
Lead Housekeeping Worker (Filling More Than One)
Role Title:
Housekeeping and Apparel Worker II
Position Number:
00304
FLSA:
Non Exempt
Appointment Type:
Full Time
Type Of Posting:
General Public
Is Sensitive Position?:
No
Designated Personnel:
Yes
Responsible Employee:
This position is designated as a “responsible employee” who has the authority to redress sexual violence, who has the duty to report incidents of sexual violence or other student misconduct, or who a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty.
If Designated Personnel, Please Paste Statement:
This position is a “designated position” meaning this position could potentially be required to work (depending on the event) during an emergency closing.
Statement Of Economic Interest:
No
Is this a restricted position subject to availability of funding?:
Yes
If Restricted Position, Please Paste Statement:
This is a restricted position subject to availability of funding.
Departmental Objective:
The Housing department ensures that student-housing facilities are well maintained, clean and safe for the students of CNU.
Purpose Of The Position:
This position will ensure the cleanliness of assigned areas by performing various housekeeping tasks. It will also oversee the work of assigned housekeeping workers.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Related To Position:
Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required :
Additional Consideration(s):
Starting at $32,672, Commensurate with Education and Experience
CNU Information:
This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, please visit https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/.
Role Code:
79072
Conditions Of Employment:
No
Essential
Light Lifting (less than 20 lbs.):
Moderate Lifting (20-50 Lbs.):
Heavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.):
Marginal
Pushing/Pulling:
Standing:
Sitting:
Non-Applicable
Bending:
Walking:
Climbing:
Reaching:
Repetitive Motion:
Fast Pace:
Marginal
Average Pace:
Multiple Priorities:
Intense Customer Interaction:
Marginal
Multiple Stimuli:
Marginal
Frequency Changes:
Marginal
Memory:
Reasoning:
Marginal
Hearing:
Reading:
Analyzing:
Marginal
Logic:
Verbal Communication:
Written Communication:
Posting Number:
PS1174P
Posting Date:
11/21/2025
Closing Date:
12/07/2025
Open Until Filled:
No
Special Instructions To Applicants:
CNU will only accept online applications through the jobs.cnu.edu website. Online applications must be received by midnight on the closing date indicated in a job announcement. Faxed, emailed, hand-delivered or mailed applications and attachments will NOT be accepted. Applicants are welcome to complete an online application by using computers located in the Office of Human Resources. Address: CNU North – 321 Hiden Boulevard, Suite 101, Newport News, VA 23606. Public computers are also available in nearby libraries and at the Virginia Employment Commission. Address: 600 Butler Farm Road, Hampton, VA 23666 (M-F 9am-4:30pm).
In order to be considered for this position, your application must provide evidence of experience and/or education supporting the requirements outlined in the posting. We encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. *Responses to supplemental questions alone are not considered evidence of experience and/or education.
Quick Link For Direct Access To Posting:
https://jobs.cnu.edu/postings/20199
EEO/Diversity Statement(s):
Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity.
Notice of Non-Discrimination & Title IX Policy Statement
Reasonable Accommodation Request:
Christopher Newport University (CNU) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and/or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling (757) 594-7145.
Alternative Hiring Process:
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services
(DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019.
Background Check:
Applicant finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check. After accepting employment, individuals are required to complete a USCIS Form I-9 (employment eligibility verification) and present documentation from the USCIS List of Acceptable Documents that establishes both their identity and employment authorization to work in the United States. The provided documents will be verified through the Department of Homeland Security E-Verify website.
Lead Housekeeping Worker (Filling More Than One)
Role Title:
Housekeeping and Apparel Worker II
Position Number:
00304
FLSA:
Non Exempt
Appointment Type:
Full Time
Type Of Posting:
General Public
Is Sensitive Position?:
No
Designated Personnel:
Yes
Responsible Employee:
This position is designated as a “responsible employee” who has the authority to redress sexual violence, who has the duty to report incidents of sexual violence or other student misconduct, or who a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty.
If Designated Personnel, Please Paste Statement:
This position is a “designated position” meaning this position could potentially be required to work (depending on the event) during an emergency closing.
Statement Of Economic Interest:
No
Is this a restricted position subject to availability of funding?:
Yes
If Restricted Position, Please Paste Statement:
This is a restricted position subject to availability of funding.
Departmental Objective:
The Housing department ensures that student-housing facilities are well maintained, clean and safe for the students of CNU.
Purpose Of The Position:
This position will ensure the cleanliness of assigned areas by performing various housekeeping tasks. It will also oversee the work of assigned housekeeping workers.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Related To Position:
- Knowledge of cleaning methods and cleaning supplies
- Skilled in the use of housekeeping equipment such as vacuum cleaner, buffers, and scrubbing machine
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to direct work assignments
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions
- Ability to communicate effectively and to maintain positive relations with faculty, staff and students
- Ability to work a flexible schedule and be on-call on a rotational basis
Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required :
- High school graduate or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma
- Valid driver’s license
- Experience overseeing the work of others
- Experience in cleaning methods and cleaning supplies
- Experience using a vacuum cleaner, buffer, and scrubbing machine
Additional Consideration(s):
- Prior hotel, higher education or similar housekeeping experience.
Starting at $32,672, Commensurate with Education and Experience
CNU Information:
This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, please visit https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/.
Role Code:
79072
Conditions Of Employment:
- This is a classified position. New and returning classified employees are required to complete a 12-month probationary period.
- Selected candidate must attend a 2-day New Employee Orientation Program.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule and be on-call on a rotational basis
No
Essential
Light Lifting (less than 20 lbs.):
Moderate Lifting (20-50 Lbs.):
Heavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.):
Marginal
Pushing/Pulling:
Standing:
Sitting:
Non-Applicable
Bending:
Walking:
Climbing:
Reaching:
Repetitive Motion:
Fast Pace:
Marginal
Average Pace:
Multiple Priorities:
Intense Customer Interaction:
Marginal
Multiple Stimuli:
Marginal
Frequency Changes:
Marginal
Memory:
Reasoning:
Marginal
Hearing:
Reading:
Analyzing:
Marginal
Logic:
Verbal Communication:
Written Communication:
Posting Number:
PS1174P
Posting Date:
11/21/2025
Closing Date:
12/07/2025
Open Until Filled:
No
Special Instructions To Applicants:
CNU will only accept online applications through the jobs.cnu.edu website. Online applications must be received by midnight on the closing date indicated in a job announcement. Faxed, emailed, hand-delivered or mailed applications and attachments will NOT be accepted. Applicants are welcome to complete an online application by using computers located in the Office of Human Resources. Address: CNU North – 321 Hiden Boulevard, Suite 101, Newport News, VA 23606. Public computers are also available in nearby libraries and at the Virginia Employment Commission. Address: 600 Butler Farm Road, Hampton, VA 23666 (M-F 9am-4:30pm).
In order to be considered for this position, your application must provide evidence of experience and/or education supporting the requirements outlined in the posting. We encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. *Responses to supplemental questions alone are not considered evidence of experience and/or education.
Quick Link For Direct Access To Posting:
https://jobs.cnu.edu/postings/20199
EEO/Diversity Statement(s):
Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity.
Notice of Non-Discrimination & Title IX Policy Statement
Reasonable Accommodation Request:
Christopher Newport University (CNU) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and/or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling (757) 594-7145.
Alternative Hiring Process:
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services
(DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019.
Background Check:
Applicant finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check. After accepting employment, individuals are required to complete a USCIS Form I-9 (employment eligibility verification) and present documentation from the USCIS List of Acceptable Documents that establishes both their identity and employment authorization to work in the United States. The provided documents will be verified through the Department of Homeland Security E-Verify website.
Salary : $32,672
