2738-Porter Assistant Supervisor

Sf Hrc; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Porter Assistant Supervisor to oversee cleaning operations within a large institution. This role involves supervising a team of porters, ensuring cleanliness and safety standards are met, and maintaining an orderly environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in institutional cleaning and strong supervisory skills. Join a dedicated team committed to public health and contribute to a cleaner, safer community for all. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact while working in a supportive and diverse environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in an institutional setting as a porter or custodian.
• Ability to supervise cleaning tasks and manage a team.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and perform cleaning tasks in a large institution.
• Assign duties and ensure cleaning standards are met.

Skills

Floor maintenance

Carpet cleaning

Hazardous waste disposal

Furniture movement

Supervisory skills

Job description

Porter Assistant Supervisor - Department of Public Health (2738)

Apply using SmartRecruiters, the City and County of San Francisco's application portal.

The Department of Public Health prioritizes equitable and inclusive access to quality healthcare for its community and values the importance of diversity in its workforce. All employees at the Department of Public Health work to advance equity, inclusion, and diversity with a specific lens and focus on race, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexuality, disability, and immigration status.

• Application Deadline – The application filing will be open continuously at least through Monday, July 8, 2024, and will close any time thereafter.

The Mission of the San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH) is to protect and promote the health of all San Franciscans. SFDPH strives to achieve its mission through the work of multiple divisions - the San Francisco Health Network, Population Health, Behavioral Health Services, and Administration.

Under general supervision, the Porter Assistant Supervisor performs the duties of a Porter to maintain a large institution in a clean and orderly condition. They also supervise the work of a crew of porters assigned to clean and maintain institutional buildings.

Examples of Important and Essential Duties
The essential functions of a 2738 Porter Assistant Supervisor include, but are not limited to:

• Performs the duties of a Porter such as sweeping and cleaning floors, stairways, scrubbing and stripping floors, vacuuming, spot cleaning and shampooing carpets;
• Assigns duties and schedules work assignments for a crew of Porters manually and/or with the use of a computer;
• Ensures adequate inventory of cleaning materials and equipment;
• Inspects assigned areas and the work of Porters to ensure that cleaning, safety and infection control standards are met and documents their work;
• Checks time sheets and assignments and reports issues to immediate supervisor;
• Completes and maintains various forms and records;
• Trains and instructs new Porter personnel by explaining and demonstrating cleaning methods and techniques;
• Participates in orientation and in-service training;
• Supervises and/or participates in the transportation, setup, and arrangement of furniture, equipment, and other items throughout the institution;
• May supervise and/or perform minor repairs and adjustments to tools and equipment used in the role, and reports the need for significant repairs or replacements; and
• May perform the duties of Porter Supervisor I for limited periods.

The Porter Assistant Supervisor performs other related duties as assigned/required.

Working Conditions: The Porter Assistant Supervisor is responsible for supervising and performing cleaning tasks that involve exposure to hazardous cleaning chemicals, blood, bodily fluids, and medical waste, as well as interaction with patients with contagious diseases. This work requires adherence to approved safety procedures and the use of special protective clothing and equipment.

How to qualify

EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years of verifiable experience in an institutional setting as a porter, janitor, or custodian, performing all of the following duties:

• Floor and carpet maintenance;
• Furniture, equipment and wall cleaning or disinfecting;
• Hazardous waste and trash disposal; and
• Movement of furniture and other equipment.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.

One-year fulltime employment is equivalent to 2,000 hours (2,000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40-hour work week).

Important Note: Please make sure it is absolutely clear in your application exactly how you meet the minimum qualifications. Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. Please be aware that any misrepresentation of this information may disqualify you from this recruitment or future job opportunities.

What else should I know?

Selection Procedures: After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process. This includes the following:

Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire (MQSQ): Candidates are required to complete an MQSQ as part of the employment application. This MQSQ is designed to obtain specific information regarding an applicant's experience in relation to the Minimum Qualifications (MQ) for this position. The MQSQ will be used to evaluate if the applicant possesses the required minimum qualifications.

Multiple-Choice Written Examination (Weight: 100%)
Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in the 2738 Porter Assistant Supervisor exam that is designed to measure the knowledge, skills, and abilities in job-related areas.

Candidates must achieve a passing score on the exam in order to continue in the selection process and will be placed on the confidential eligible list in rank order according to their final score.

Additional selection processes may be conducted by the hiring department prior to making final hiring decisions.

Certification
The certification rule for the eligible list resulting from this examination will be the Rule of 10 Scores.

The duration of the eligible list resulting from this examination process will be 12 months and may be extended with the approval of the Human Resources Director.

How to apply:

Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are only accepted through an online process. Visit careers.sf.gov and begin the application process.

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Applicants may be contacted by email about this recruitment; therefore, it is their responsibility to contact the Analyst if they update their email address.

Applicants will receive a confirmation email that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.

Terms of Announcement and Appeal Rights:
Applicants must be guided solely by the provisions of this announcement, including requirements, time periods and other particulars, except when superseded by federal, state or local laws, rules or regulations.

Additional information regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the analyst, Elaine Adams at [e-mail] or [phone].

We may use text messaging to communicate with you on the phone number provided in your application. The first message will ask you to opt in to text messaging.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: All City and County of San Francisco employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.