Housekeeper #006602

University of North Carolina at Asheville; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Asheville is seeking a full-time Housing Assistant to help provide safe, clean living and learning environments in residence halls and student life facilities. You will work standard hours and interact daily with students, staff, and visitors.

The role focuses on general housekeeping, floor care, and furniture setups, with opportunities to contribute to a positive campus experience and support Housing and Residence Life.

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable of housekeeping and cleaning standards.
• Strong attention to detail, time management and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, clean, and comfortable living and learning environments in residence halls and student life facilities.
• Perform general housekeeping and assist in floor care and furniture setups.
• Serve as a positive representative of Housing and Residence Life and the University.
• Collaborate with staff to meet departmental needs and schedules.

Skills

Housekeeping standards

Attention to detail

Job description

Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community.

UNC Asheville’s commitment to increasing and sustaining the diversity of our faculty, staff, and students is reflected in our strategic plan goals of diversity and inclusion, and social sustainability. Women, traditionally under-represented minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number S0714

Classification Title

Overall Position Competency

Overall Position Competency Journey

Working Title

Position Number

Position Number 006602

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

NC Salary Grade Equivalency

NC Salary Grade Equivalency GN03 (For employment/re-employment priority purposes only)

Recruitment Range

Recruitment Range $37,500-$39,169

Position Summary

The purpose of this position is to provide safe, clean, and comfortable living and learning environments in the residence halls and student life facilities of the University of North Carolina Asheville community. This position is highly visible throughout the department and the University. This position interacts on a frequent basis with students, staff, faculty, and visitors. This position is responsible for general housekeeping in residence halls and student life areas of the University. Position also assists in floor care, furniture setups, and other responsibilities to a lesser degree. All Housing and Residence Life team members are expected to serve as positive representatives of the department and the University.

Division

Department

Department Housing

Full-Time / Part- Time

Full-Time / Part- Time Full-Time

Months per Year 12 Months

Time Limited Position

Time Limited Position No

If time-limited, length of assignment

If time-limited, length of assignment Not Applicable

Work Schedule and Hours

Typical hours for this position are Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Due to nature of position and departmental needs there will be occasional work hours on weekends scheduled in advance. There may be changes in weekly and weekend schedule as needed. All Housing & Student Residence Life team members are designated as University Essential Personnel in accordance with UNC Asheville policy.

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both.

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work. Some positions may require special licenses or certification.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledgeable of housekeeping and cleaning standards
• Ability to have strong attention to detail, excellent time management and interpersonal communication skills.

Posting Date

Posting Date 10/28/2026

Closing Date

Closing Date 11/18/2026

Open Until Filled No

Background/E-Verify

UNC Asheville uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

University Safety

The UNC Asheville Annual Safety Report is available online at UNCA Safety Report. For more information please contact the Assistant Vice Chancelor for Institutional Integrity & Access/Clery Act Compliance Officer at [phone] or email [e-mail]. The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.

Supplemental Questions

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Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Optional Documents

• DD-214
• NGB 23A (RPAS)
• DD256 or NGB22
• List of References

The University of North Carolina Asheville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; ethnicity; religion; sex; pregnancy; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call [phone] or email to [e-mail].