Assistant Director, Custodial Management

slu; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Louis University is seeking an Assistant Director, Custodial Management to supervise custodial services operations and contracted vendors, ensuring quality, safety, and on-time delivery of projects across campus. You will monitor performance, develop and implement policies, and coordinate with purchasing to optimize spend while maintaining clean, safe facilities for students, staff, and visitors.

This role requires strong budgeting, inventory control, and leadership capabilities, with at

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a related field.
• Bachelor's degree in facilities management, business administration, or related field (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Manages contracted services performance and monitors work scheduled to ensure timely completion.
• Schedules, supervises, and evaluates projects; monitors events; reviews maintenance proposals; follows up on results.
• Maintains the general appearance of university buildings through weekly inspections and coordinates with contracted teams.
• Coordinates with purchasing to procure materials within budget.
• May serve as essential personnel during closures to ensure services.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Budgeting

Inventory management

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Problem-solving

Cleaning procedures

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation's oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.

JOB SUMMARY

The Assistant Director, Custodial Management monitors the areas of custodial services operations and contracted services. This position procures materials and services and oversees and monitors results of departmental projects and programs. This position also assists with the development and implementation of departmental policies, procedures, and goals.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manages contracted services performance and monitors work scheduled to ensure timely completion
• Schedules, supervises, and evaluates projects; monitors special event preparations; reviews maintenance requirements and project proposals; monitors results of projects and programs; performs quality control inspections and follow-up
• Manages the general appearance of university buildings through weekly inspections; meets with contracted services teams to review schedules, review issues and concerns and maintain consistency with service delivery
• Coordinates with the purchasing department to procure materials and services; monitors purchases within budgetary constraints
• May serve as a member of the emergency essential personnel staff and report to work during a closing to assist in carrying out the services of the University
• Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of cleaning procedures, equipment, and safety standards
• Proficiency in budgeting and inventory management
• Strong leadership skills
• Strong team management skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skillsProblem-solving skills

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's degree
• Five years of custodial or facilities management experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in facilities management, business administration, or a closely related field
• Previous supervisory experience

Function

Custodial Services Management

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.