Associate Director, FP&M Custodial Services Leader

Wayne State University; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 71,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne State University in Detroit seeks an Associate Director, Facilities Planning & Management Custodial Services to lead all campus custodial operations. You will direct supervisors, ensure safe, clean facilities, and align services with university policies and bargaining agreements.

The role requires strategic oversight of staffing, budgeting, vendor management, inspections, and continuous service improvements, with a focus on cost efficiency and high quality standards across the campus

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent combination of technical training and related work experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience in a custodial services organization; higher education experience helpful.
• Competencies include supervisory, communication, analytical, and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Direct overall custodial operations while adhering to university guidelines, policies, procedures, and bargaining unit contracts.
• Recruit, hire, train, and supervise staff to ensure timely and quality customer service.
• Administer bargaining agreements, monitor attendance, leaves (FMLA) and compliance with university policy.
• Oversee budgeting and resource management; allocate department resources and manage equipment needs.
• Coordinate with Building Coordinators and FP&M leadership to ensure quality custodial services and vendor alignment.

Skills

Supervisory Skills

Communications Skills

Analytical Skills

Technology Skills

Organizational Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Automated systems

Job description

Wayne State University in Detroit seeks an Associate Director, Facilities Planning & Management Custodial Services to lead all campus custodial operations. You will direct supervisors, ensure safe, clean facilities, and align services with university policies and bargaining agreements.

The role requires strategic oversight of staffing, budgeting, vendor management, inspections, and continuous service improvements, with a focus on cost efficiency and high quality standards across the campus