Environmental Services & Conference Operations Manager

Bennington College; Bennington (VT); On-site; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

Long-term disability insurance

Retirement

Tuition benefits, including Tuition 
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Tuition Exchange scholarships

On-site fitness center

Generous time off benefits

Job summary

Bennington College is seeking an Environmental Services Manager to lead the Buildings and Grounds housekeeping and event-set up operations on campus. You will supervise 16 housekeepers and 2 cleaners, coordinate with facilities leadership, manage daily duties, address service issues, and ensure a high-quality, customer-focused campus environment.

On-site role with rotating on-call duties and occasional extended hours.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in large-scale custodial inspections or related field with relevant degree.
• Strong commitment to superior customer service for guests and students.
• Minimum of 3 years supervising and coaching teams.
• Valid/current driver's license required.
• Knowledge of commercial cleaning practices and materials; familiarity with regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal, conflict management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise housekeeping and utility staff; manage schedules and evaluations.
• Inspect spaces, generate and prioritize work orders; coordinate event setup.
• Oversee term room checks and turnover; coordinate with facilities leadership.
• Collaborate with Student Life, housing leases and outside contractors as needed.
• Process weekly payroll and monitor housekeeping budget.

Skills

Staff supervision

Customer service orientation

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in facilities/hospitality-related field

Tools

Google Suite

ADP payroll

SchoolDude work orders

Job description

Bennington College is seeking an Environmental Services Manager to lead the Buildings and Grounds housekeeping and event-set up operations on campus. You will supervise 16 housekeepers and 2 cleaners, coordinate with facilities leadership, manage daily duties, address service issues, and ensure a high-quality, customer-focused campus environment.

On-site role with rotating on-call duties and occasional extended hours.