Custodial Services Supervisor I

Looking for a career with great benefits and paid time off? SDSU is seeking a motivated and dependable individual to join our team as Custodial Services Supervisor I for our Facility and Services department.

SDState is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with over $94 million annual research expenditures, more than 200 academic programs and an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities.

This position is located in Brookings, South Dakota.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Job Responsibilities:

The purpose of this position is to supervise assigned staff and assist in cleaning assigned buildings. This will include giving work directions, providing training, managing leave for employees, ordering and maintaining supplies for staff, and ensuring assigned areas are clean.

Benefits:

SDState offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and vacation leave. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 10 hours of annual leave each month, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Minimum of one year of supervisory or lead experience

• One year of customer service experience

• Commercial custodial work techniques

• Proper use of chemicals and equipment

• Computer software and systems (i.e., Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, AIM)

• Supervision techniques

Skill & Ability to:

• Establish and maintain effective supervisory relationships.

• Plan and schedule work to meet competing deadlines.

• Recall, understand and follow basic administrative practices.

• Train subordinates and evaluate work of those supervised.

• Clean floors, bathrooms, showers, carpets, and walls.

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

• Communicate effectively in writing

• Communicate effectively orally

Required License:

Valid driver’s license

Comments:

Normal hours are 3pm-11:30pm, Monday through Friday; however, schedule adjustments will occur occasionally in order to manage employees’ schedule. Occasional holiday hours are required.

Deadline: 10/07/2026

Application Procedures:

SDState accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu, search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on “apply for this job.” This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check. SDState is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.

For additional information regarding this position or questions about the online application process, please contact Human Resources at 605-688-4128.

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits unlawful discrimination of all legally protected classes in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.