Assistant Housekeeping Supervisor 1 (CWA - R15)

Ramapo College of New Jersey; Mahwah (NJ); On-site; USD 51,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NJ State Benefits

Paid time off

Professional development

Tuition discounts for employees and/or

dependents

Job summary

Ramapo College of New Jersey invites applications for a full-time Building Maintenance Supervisor. You will supervise a team responsible for cleaning, setup for events, and basic building repairs, ensuring safe, efficient operations and compliance with PPE requirements.

Two years of housekeeping experience with supervisory duties are required, along with strong English communication skills and a valid NJ driver’s license where applicable. The role emphasizes teamwork and reliable attendance.

Qualifications

• Two years of general housekeeping experience, with supervisory experience.
• Must be able to supervise a team and coordinate overtime and events.
• Ability to learn and use various recording and information systems.

Responsibilities

• Inspect cleaning and maintenance needs and determine supplies required.
• Develop work plans and promote safe, efficient practices.
• Plan, organize, and assign unit work and supervise staff performance.
• Provide assignments and supervise completion of routine and overtime tasks.
• Oversee cleaning of desks, chairs, floors, and fixtures inside buildings.
• Supervise window washing and floor polishing activities.
• Maintain records of personnel, time, equipment, and work completed.
• Ensure safety and proper use of PPE and cleaning equipment.
• Learn and use college electronic/manual recording systems.
• Support overtime management and snow/ice removal as needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Cleaning & maintenance knowledge

Safety compliance

English communication

Electronic recording systems

Tools

Electronic recording systems

Job description

About Ramapo College of New Jersey

Ramapo College of New Jersey is the state’s premier public liberal arts college, where students build the confidence, skills, and perspective to thrive in a changing world. Located on a breathtaking 300-acre campus in the foothills of the Ramapo Mountains and just a short trip from New York City, Ramapo blends the best of both worlds: natural beauty, state-of-the-art facilities, and access to one of the world’s most dynamic job markets.

With approximately 6,000 students, Ramapo offers a personalized, student-centered experience defined by a 16:1 student–faculty ratio, small classes, and faculty who mentor, challenge, and inspire. Students can explore over 40 undergraduate majors and a growing portfolio of graduate programs in fields such as Business Administration, Data Science, Nursing, Educational Leadership, Social Work, Special Education, and the Doctor of Nursing Practice. Across every discipline, Ramapo emphasizes hands‑on learning through internships, co‑ops, study abroad, faculty research, service projects, and real‑world experiences that prepare students for meaningful careers.

Our campus is home to cutting‑edge academic spaces, including the Anisfield School of Business, the Adler Center for Nursing Excellence, the Sharp Sustainability Education Center, the Berrie Center for Performing and Visual Arts, the Les Paul Music Studio, and the Peter P. Mercer Learning Commons. Ramapo’s award‑winning residence halls are consistently ranked among the best in New Jersey.

Nationally recognized for excellence and value, Ramapo is ranked #1 among New Jersey public colleges by College Choice, named a Best Regional University North by U.S. News & World Report, and celebrated by Kiplinger’s, Money Magazine, Colleges of Distinction, and Victory Media’s Military Friendly rankings.

At Ramapo, students don’t just earn degrees; they discover their strengths, explore new possibilities, and build the foundation for bold futures.

Working at Ramapo

Ramapo College of New Jersey has been recognized as a “Great College to Work For,” where our employees are at the heart of everything we do. We foster an equitable and fair workplace where ideas are welcomed, contributions are valued, and individuals are encouraged to grow both professionally and personally. Employees benefit from meaningful work, opportunities for development, and the chance to make a lasting impact on students’ lives every day.

At Ramapo College, we believe excellence is achieved through teamwork, respect, accountability, innovation, and a shared commitment to learning. Our all‑hands‑on deck culture requires leadership at all levels to ensure we achieve our mission, implement our goals, and invest in our future one student at a time. We are proud to offer a supportive environment that values well‑being and continuous improvement. We believe in being bold, being kind, and being good teammates, making Ramapo not just a place to work, but a great place to belong.

Ramapo College offers outstanding benefits through the New Jersey State Benefits system, generous PTO, professional development opportunities, wellness programs, tuition discounts for employees and their dependents, and much more.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time, Classified, CWA position, and hours of work and days are determined by the supervisor. Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. This is a 40‑hour workweek position.

Salary

CWA, R15 - Steps 1-4

$50,990 - $57,863

Internal applicants' salary will be based on Union Contract Calculations

Job Summary

Under the direction of a Supervisor or the Associate Director, takes the lead in supervising a group of employees engaged in the cleaning and general maintenance of offices and furniture, managing event setups and inventory, and performing minor repairs to buildings; does other related duties.

Major Responsibilities

• Inspects and determines the cleaning, maintenance and minor repair work required and the equipment, materials and supplies needed.
• Assist with developing work plans for cleaning and maintenance work and effective work methods. Reinforces the importance of safe and effective work practices and a positive work environment.
• Assist with planning, organizing and assigning the work of the unit and employee performance and conduct, enabling the effective recommendation of the hiring, firing, promoting and disciplining of subordinates.
• Provides assignments to Senior Building Maintenance Workers and other employees engaged in cleaning and maintenance work and setup or breakdown of college events; supervise the performance & completion of routine, overtime, scheduled and work order related cleaning & maintenance work.
• Supervise and assist in cleaning and maintenance of desks, chairs, rugs, lighting fixtures, windows, other furniture, fixtures, floors, walls, bathrooms and all general cleaning of building interiors.
• Supervise and assist in the cleaning and washing of windows, doors and other glass areas.
• Supervise and assist in sweeping, washing, and stripping floors and in applying wax and polish to wooden, linoleum, and composition floors. Assist in training subordinates as required to perform these tasks.
• Assist with inspections of buildings, offices, and other rooms to note hazards and other significant conditions and sees that needed work is completed. Files reports as needed, submits work requests and ensures their timely completion.
• Obtains, safeguards, distributes, inventories and supervises the use of cleaning and general maintenance equipment, materials, and supplies. Ensures all work is performed in a safe manner using proper PPE.
• Assist with the management of overtime. May be required to work overtime and assist with snow and ice removal operations.
• Prepares and maintains records of personnel, time, equipment, materials, supplies, and work completed.
• Ensure subordinates’ work hours are accurately submitted within required deadlines and payroll is distributed to respective employees appropriately.
• Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
• Safeguards the confidentiality of college personnel records, files, fiscal data, correspondence and similar confidential materials.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Knowledge of the methods and materials used in cleaning and maintenance of desks, chairs, rugs, lighting fixtures, windows, floors, and other furniture and fixtures in buildings.
• Ability to provide assignments to employees doing cleaning and maintenance work, and to supervise their work.
• Ability to supervise and lead the work involved in the cleaning and maintenance of desks, chairs, rugs, lighting fixtures, windows, and other furniture and fixtures; the sweeping and washing of floors; in applying waxes and polish to wood, linoleum, or composition floors.
• Ability to prepare and maintain records of work in progress, work completed, personnel, materials used, and time.Ability to requisition, store, and supervise the use of equipment and materials.
• Ability to learn and use various computer applications, electronic and manual recording and control systems.
• Ability to work weekends, rotating shifts and overtime.
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.
• Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.

Qualifications

Experience

Two (2) years of general housekeeping experience, one (1) year of which shall include varied supervisory experience connected with housekeeping, sanitation and maintenance services.

License

Appointee will be required to possess a driver’s license valid in New Jersey to perform the essential duties of the position.

EEO Statement

Ramapo College is an Affiant Index/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Ramapo has a long history of advocating, advising, and supporting diversity, equity, and inclusiveness. Examples can be found in its mission statement, strategic plans, degree and course offerings, community outreach programs, and other diversity programs. Ramapo’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is infused across all facets of the College; where the environment is welcoming, dedicated to social justice, respectful of freedom of expression, focused on educating and having an ongoing conversation regarding cultural competence and the benefits and importance of diversity.