Custodial Superintendent

The University of Akron; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Akron seeks a Housekeeping Supervisor to coordinate and oversee housekeeping and custodial duties on campus. You will supervise staff, inspect facilities, enforce standards, and maintain records of hours worked while ensuring compliance with contracts and university policies.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, plus computer literacy for records, budgeting, and reporting. Regular shifts include evenings; occasional overtime may apply.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma.
• Minimum 1 year of housekeeping/custodial supervision experience.
• Computer literate with proficiency in database and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and supervises housekeeping/custodial duties and evaluates employee performance.
• Maintains personnel records, monitors budget, prepares reports, and manages supplies.
• Plans daily work activities and trains staff; records employee hours and schedules.
• Collaborates with other departments and the public to resolve issues and maintain relations.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Public relations

PC literacy

Budgeting

Inventory control

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Job Summary:Coordinates and supervises the performance of housekeeping and custodial duties while maintaining records of hours worked by employees. Performs various administrative duties, and ensures compliance with departmental contracts, policies, and procedures.Essential Functions:40% Supervises employees and inspects buildings to evaluate employee job performance and enforce compliance with contracts,policies, and procedures.20% Performs various administrative duties including maintaining personnel records, developing and monitoring the departments.budget, preparing reports, managing supply orders, and controlling inventory.15% Anticipates the housekeeping and custodial needs of the University to plan and coordinate daily work activities effectively.Develops programs and policies to create a safe and clean environment for the campus community.15% Provides training and instruction to housekeeping and custodial employees while managing employee work schedules andrecording employee hours.10% Cooperates with other departments, students, and the general public to solve problems, communicate information, andmaintain good public relations.Additional Position Information:Education:Requires high school diploma.Licenses/Certifications/Requirements:Valid Driver’s License. Regular schedule changes may be necessary—a minimum of forty hours of mandatory overtime per calendar year is required.Experience:Requires a minimum of 1 year of experience in housekeeping/custodial operations and the ability to train and supervise employees.Knowledge of relevant safety practices, inventory control, budgeting, public relations, and record-keeping required. Strongcommunication, and problem-solving skills, and the ability to perform general managerial duties required. General PC knowledge is required. Must be computer literate with proficiency and working knowledge of database and reporting tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.Leadership:Direct supervision and evaluation of work as a first-line supervisor over non-exempt staff including hiring, terminating,disciplining, or functional guidance and/or project leadership over exempt staff engaged in activities regularly.Physical Requirements:Light physical effort is required involving stooping and bending; the individual has limited discretion about walking, standing, etc.occasionally lifting of lightweight objects (up to 25 lbs.).Working Conditions:Occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperatures and air conditions. May involve occasionalexposure to dust, fumes, or outside weather conditions, and/or frequent driving of a vehicle (50% or more of the time).Shift Available: Monday–Friday, 3:00 p.m.-11:30 p.m. Initial training will be conducted on first shift (6:00 a.m.- 2:30 p.m.). Regular shift may change based on departmental needs.Compensation: The hourly rate for this position is $18.21.Learn more about benefits at The University of Akron: https://www.uakron.edu/hr/benefits/Application Instructions: In order to be considered for this position, please submit an online application and attach your resume.Application Instructions: In order to be considered for this position, please complete the online application and attach your resume.Compensation: The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience.Application Deadline: Review of applicants will beginFLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt):United States of America (Non-Exempt)Union Affiliation (if applicable):For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:Cindy HarmEmail:[e-mail]________________________________________________________________________Background Check StatementThe University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.Non-Discrimination StatementThe University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.State of Residence StatementIt is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.