Supervising Janitor

Duties Description The State University of New York at Fredonia Facilities Services - Custodial Services department seeks qualified applicants for a full-time, 12-month, contingent-permanent Supervising Janitor (SG11) represented by CSEA. The hiring rate for this position is $47,695. The current shift is 7am-3:30pm Monday - Friday however, the actual shift is yet to be determined and will depend upon the results of a shift bid.

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Facilities Services, the Supervising Janitor supervises a diverse group of Janitors, Cleaners and Housekeepers by assigning work, periodically observing work performance, reviewing work activity reports, and inspecting assigned building areas for compliance with cleaning programs. Supervising Janitors are responsible for administering a custodial program and supervising and evaluating custodial tasks in the cleaning and care of public buildings and adjacent grounds.

Typical Tasks (including but not limited to the following):

Plan and schedule staff assignments and cleaning services. Based on workload and available staff, reassigns staff to ensure that work is accomplished according to schedule and that staff is fully utilized. Arranges for the shifting of personnel to handle emergency cleaning projects.
Informs staff of agency policies and directives in meetings and in memoranda. Interprets agency guidelines affecting the custodial operation.
As assigned, evaluates and makes recommendations for equipment, changes in cleaning methods, and work performance standards to ensure a more effective and efficient cleaning program.
Supervise the requisitioning of new cleaning equipment and supplies. Ensures proper distribution and control of equipment, materials, and supplies issued to custodial staff.
Provides oral and written instructions to staff for requested special services which vary from routine operations.
Daily inspects buildings and assigned areas for compliance with cleaning programs. Investigates com¬plaints of unsatisfactory cleaning performance and takes corrective action, to avoid repetition and resolve problems.
Supervises minor routine maintenance repairs to buildings and equipment. Reports, orally or in writing, conditions requiring a higher level repair capability to supervisory staff.
As assigned, supervises the arrangement of premises for special events, such as commencement and conferences.
Supervises a staff of subordinates in the performance of their duties.
Provide training for new employees and ensures that standards are being met by follow-up with supervisors and by personal observations.
Evaluates work performance against acceptable standards by review of production activity reports, discussions with supervisors, and personal observations. Where below standard work is apparent, takes appropriate remedial action to improve work performance.
Ensures the efficient and effective use of time by the staff by such means as enforcing the attendance rules, resolving disciplinary problems, and meeting established work schedules.
Recommends retention or termination of probationary employees.
Participates in committees and provide service to the department, college, university, and profession.
Is aware of, understands, and follows all university policies.
This position has been designated as an Essential Services Personnel position. It is the policy of Fredonia that employees designated as essential will be required to provide support by performing their normal and customary duties in the event of an emergency. Such service is required to maintain university properties and services in the event of an emergency. The essential personnel will vary depending on the nature and scope of the emergency.

Minimum Qualifications Two years of satisfactory full-time experience in the custodial care or cleaning of buildings, offices, or institutional residences, of which one year of the experience must have been at a supervisory level.
Applicants must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position, including snow shoveling.
Applicants must communicate effectively to exchange information.
Must possess a valid State Driver's license.

Additional Comments Fredonia prides itself on an outstanding workforce. To continually support organizational excellence, the university conducts background screens on applicants.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.