Hospitality Service Leader

University of Nebraska–Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Insurance options

Retirement plans

Job summary

University Housing at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln is seeking a Hospitality Service Leader to supervise up to seven custodians, ensuring clean, safe, and welcoming living spaces in a student residential community. Responsibilities include directing daily cleaning of bathrooms, lounges, laundry rooms, stairwells and dining areas, and training staff.

The role may require on-call evening/weekend duties; regular staff benefits include paid time off, comprehensive insurance, and generous

Qualifications

• High school plus two years of custodial experience; equivalency considered.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must be able to issue written instructions, prepare written reports and issue clear verbal instructions.
• Able to lead and work effectively with others.
• Must understand cleaning chemicals and their dilution ratios.
• Must be able to operate all types of custodial equipment.
• Must be available via cell phone during working hours.
• Must be able to lift 35lbs.

Responsibilities

• Clean areas such as bathrooms, public lounges, laundry rooms, stairwells, dining room, tile floors and carpeting.
• Fill in for staff absences.
• Supervise full-time regular and student employees in cleaning residence hall facilities.
• Assist in custodial training.
• Manage supply distribution and inventory control.
• Coordinate the transition from academic year schedules to summer conference schedules smoothly.

Skills

Custodial experience

Leadership

Follow instructions

Written reports

Chemicals and dilution

Operate custodial equipment

Cell phone availability

Lifting 35lbs

Job description

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Position Information

Position Information

EEO Statement

Working Title

Working Title Hospitality Service Leader

Department

Department Housing Facilities Custodial-11051

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S_260671

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 08/20/2026

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 08/28/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work

University Housing is looking for a motivated, caring individual to join our team working daytime hours in a student residential community. We are looking for a Hospitality Service Leader to supervise a team of up to seven custodians responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of residential floors and public areas according to established standards. In this role, you will help ensure students have a clean, safe, and welcoming living environment.

As a Hospitality Service Leader, you will:

• Clean areas such as bathrooms, public lounges, laundry rooms, stairwells, dining room, tile floors and carpeting
• Fill in for staff absences
• Supervise full-time regular and student employees in cleaning residence hall facilities
• Assisting in custodial training
• Manage supply distribution and inventory control
• Coordinate the transition from academic year schedules to summer conference schedules smoothly

May be required to be on-call during evening and weekend hours.

At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. Our campus is known for its welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska.

When you join our team as a regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:

• Ample paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
• Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Generous retirement plans with university match

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See https://go.unl.edu/nondiscrimination

Minimum Required Qualifications

• High school plus two years of custodial experience; equivalency considered
• The ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Must be able to issue written instructions, prepare written reports and issue clear verbal instructions
• Able to lead and work effectively with others necessary
• Must have the ability to understand cleaning chemicals and their application and dilution ratios
• Must have ability to operate all types of custodial equipment
• Must be available via cell phone during working hours.
• Must be able to lift 35lbs

Preferred Qualifications

• Supervisory experience preferred
• Basic computer skills preferred

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No

Physical Required

Physical Required Yes

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

Criminal History Background Check Required

Criminal History Background Check Required Yes

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact

Sharleen Roth
[e-mail]
4024723699

Full-Time

Lincoln, NE