What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodial Operations Specialist position at South Dakota Board of Regents?
Working Title
Custodial Operations Specialist
Posting Number
CSA02661P
Department
USD-Intercollegiate Athletics
Physical Location of Position (City)
Vermillion
Posting Text
Duties include: Performs routine event set-ups and custodial duties to ensure areas within the Athletic Department are prepared for both athletic and outside events and the facilities are well maintained. Must be able to work in a team environment with different individuals. This is a fast paced environment with a need for proactive attitude and good customer service skills. Must possess knowledge of light custodial and janitorial duties. Regular and reliable attendance is an expectation.
Duties may include set-up and take-down of equipment for athletic and special events and may be required to move, lift, carry and/or arrange furniture, equipment, and other objects as needed. The duties also include but not limited to; clean and sanitize restrooms, collect and remove refuse from offices and buildings, dusting, mopping, window cleaning, carpet cleaning, waxing, scrubbing, polishing and snow removal from sidewalks and stairs.
Qualifications: Ability to work at heights, and include but not limited to bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, balance, climbing, squatting/sitting, twisting, grasping, and crawling. Reach at various levels from floor to overhead. Ability to move/manipulate/carry up to 50 lbs.
Duties may include set-up and take-down of equipment for athletic and special events and may be required to move, lift, carry and/or arrange furniture, equipment, and other objects as needed. The duties also include but not limited to; clean and sanitize restrooms, collect and remove refuse from offices and buildings, dusting, mopping, window cleaning, carpet cleaning, waxing, scrubbing, polishing and snow removal from sidewalks and stairs.
Qualifications: Ability to work at heights, and include but not limited to bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, balance, climbing, squatting/sitting, twisting, grasping, and crawling. Reach at various levels from floor to overhead. Ability to move/manipulate/carry up to 50 lbs.
Posting Date
04/13/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
First Consideration Date
04/27/2026
Advertised Salary
Duration of the Term
12 months
If Other, describe duration
Appointment Percent
100
Work Hours
Depends on shift and event/game schedule.
Typical Hours Worked Per Week
Appointment Type
Regular
Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)
If internal, define scope of search
This position requires
Weekends/Holidays
If other, please indicate
Department Description and Cultural Expectations
The University of South Dakota is the flagship institution of South Dakota, located on a 216-acre campus in Vermillion, in the southeast corner of South Dakota. USD is a NCAA Division I institution and a member of the Summit League and Missouri Valley Football Conference. For further information regarding USD, and the Athletic Department, please refer to our website at www.GoYotes.com.
“Founded in 1862, The University of South Dakota is designated as the only public liberal arts university in the state and is home to a comprehensive College of Arts and Sciences, School of Education, School of Health Sciences, the state’s only School of Law, School of Medicine, the accredited Beacom School of Business and the College of Fine Arts. It has an enrollment of more than 10,100 students taught by 400 faculty members. More information is available at www.usd.edu/press/news.”
“Founded in 1862, The University of South Dakota is designated as the only public liberal arts university in the state and is home to a comprehensive College of Arts and Sciences, School of Education, School of Health Sciences, the state’s only School of Law, School of Medicine, the accredited Beacom School of Business and the College of Fine Arts. It has an enrollment of more than 10,100 students taught by 400 faculty members. More information is available at www.usd.edu/press/news.”
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