Housekeeper

Virginia's Community College System; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia's Community College System is recruiting for a Housekeeper role at Mountain Empire Community College. The position covers overnight shifts and requires attention to cleanliness, safety, and confidentiality across campus facilities.

The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma and experience with cleaning methods, chemicals, and floor-care equipment. The role is full-time, with standard Virginia benefits and state employment protections.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cleaning methods and chemicals.
• Experience operating commercial floor care equipment.
• Willingness to receive feedback and follow directions.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.
• Complete tasks within set time frames and quality standards.
• Maintain confidentiality in occupied spaces.
• Overnight shift capability.
• Take personal responsibility for assigned areas.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and safety across campus facilities.
• Operate commercial floor care equipment as required.
• Support special assignments and adapt to emergencies.
• Work overnight hours and coordinate with security and staff.

Skills

Cleaning methods

Cleaning chemicals

Commercial cleaning

Independent work

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Overnight hours

Self-motivation

Ownership of areas

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Working Title Housekeeper Role Title Hsekeep &/or Apparel Workr I Role Code 79071-SW FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band 01 Position Number 29900148 Agency Mountain Empire Community College Division Mountain Empire Community College (Div)

Work Location Wise - 195

Hiring Range $29,353 - $31,000

Emergency/Essential Personnel Yes EEO Category 8-Service Maintenance

Full Time or Part Time Full Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No

Work Schedule

• Monday – Thursday, 10:30 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.
• Friday 3:30 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.

Sensitive Position No Job Description

Mountain Empire Community College is a comprehensive two-year college serving residents of Lee, Scott, Wise, and Dickenson counties, and the City of Norton. MECC is one of twenty-three colleges in the Virginia Community College System and operates under policies established by the State Board for Community Colleges and the Local Advisory Board. The College is financed primarily with state funds, supplemented by contributions from the local jurisdictions.

The Housekeeping positions provide the total campus population an environmental safe and secure area for the fulfillment of the MECC educational purpose.

This position is designated as a covered employee in a non-restricted position in accordance with Department of Human Resource Management (DHRM) Policy 2.20. A non-restricted position is one that is funded by sources considered continuous or recurring, such as Educational and General Funds.

A covered employee is a salaried employee whose terms and conditions of employment are subject to the Virginia Personnel Act and who is employed in a classified position. In accordance with DHRM policies, covered employees accumulate paid leave, participate in state retirement, life insurance, and related plans, participate in the Virginia Sickness and Disability Program, are eligible to participate in the state health plan and flexible benefits program, and are subject to the provisions of all DHRM policies.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of cleaning methods and the use of cleaning chemicals.
• Commercial cleaning experience in operating commercial floor care equipment.
• Accepts constructive feedback and implements direction in a positive and professional manner.
• Works well independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to complete assigned tasks within established time frames and quality standards.
• Ability to work in occupied academic and office spaces while maintaining confidentiality and discretion.
• Self-motivated and dependable with the ability to work independently during overnight hours with limited supervision.
• Demonstrates personal responsibility and ownership of assigned areas.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Knowledge and use of cleaning methods and chemicals.

Additional Considerations

Previous commercial cleaning experience.

Operation of a State Vehicle Yes Supervises Employees No Required Travel

Infrequent travel between MECC locations.

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/