Housekeeping Worker 00538

Christopher Newport University; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Vacation and sick leave

Retirement plans

Job summary

Christopher Newport University in Newport News, VA, is seeking a Housekeeping and Apparel Worker I to join the Housing department. The role focuses on keeping assigned student housing clean and safe through routine housekeeping tasks in a supportive campus environment.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and experience with cleaning methods and equipment such as vacuum cleaners, buffers, or scrubbing machines.

Qualifications

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent.
• Experience with cleaning methods and cleaning supplies.
• Experience in hotel, higher education or similar housekeeping preferred.
• Experience using housekeeping equipment such as vacuum cleaners, buffers or scrubbing machines.

Responsibilities

• This position will ensure the cleanliness of assigned areas by performing various housekeeping tasks.

Skills

Cleaning methods

Follow instructions

Communication skills

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Vacuum cleaner

Buffers

Scrubbing machine

Job description

Working Title:

Housekeeping Worker 00538

Role Title:

Housekeeping and Apparel Worker I

Position Number:

00538

FLSA:

Non Exempt

Appointment Type:

Full Time

Type of Posting:

General Public

Is Sensitive Position?:

No

Designated Personnel:

Yes

Responsible Employee:

This position is designated as a “responsible employee” who has the authority to redress sexual violence, who has the duty to report incidents of sexual violence or other student misconduct, or who a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty.

If Designated Personnel, please paste statement:

This position is a “designated position” meaning this position could potentially be required to work (depending on the event) during an emergency closing.

Statement of Economic Interest:

No

Is this a restricted position subject to availability of funding?:

Yes

If Restricted Position, please paste statement:

This is a restricted position subject to availability of funding.

Departmental Objective:

The Housing department ensures that student-housing facilities are well maintained, clean and safe for the students of CNU.

Purpose of the Position:

This position will ensure the cleanliness of assigned areas by performing various housekeeping tasks.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Position:

• Knowledge of cleaning methods and cleaning supplies
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively and to maintain positive relations with faculty, staff and students
• Skilled in the use of housekeeping equipment such as vacuum cleaner, buffers, or scrubbing machine

Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required :

Education:

• High school graduate or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma

Experience:

• Experience in cleaning methods and cleaning supplies

Additional Consideration(s):

Experience:

• Hotel, higher education or similar housekeeping experience
• Experience using housekeeping equipment such as vacuum cleaner, buffers or scrubbing machine

Salary Information:

Salary $32,292 to $40,365, Commensurate with Education and Experience

CNU Information:

This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, please visit https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/.

Role Code:

79071

Conditions of Employment:

• This is a classified position. New and returning classified employees are required to complete a 12-month probationary period
• Selected candidate must attend a 2-day New Employee Orientation Program

Is this position telework eligible?:

No

Light Lifting (less than 20 lbs.):

Essential

Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs.):

Essential

Heavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.):

Marginal

Pushing/Pulling:

Essential

Standing:

Essential

Sitting:

Non-Applicable

Bending:

Essential

Walking:

Essential

Climbing:

Essential

Reaching:

Essential

Repetitive Motion:

Essential

Fast Pace:

Marginal

Average Pace:

Essential

Multiple Priorities:

Essential

Intense Customer Interaction:

Marginal

Multiple Stimuli:

Marginal

Frequency Changes:

Marginal

Memory:

Essential

Reasoning:

Marginal

Hearing:

Essential

Reading:

Essential

Analyzing:

Marginal

Logic:

Essential

Verbal Communication:

Essential

Written Communication:

Essential

Posting Number:

PS1268P

Number of Vacancies:

1

Posting Date:

10/09/2026

Closing Date:

10/29/2026

Open Until Filled:

No

EEO/Diversity Statement(s):

Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity.
Notice of Non-Discrimination & Title IX Policy Statement

Reasonable Accommodation Request:

Christopher Newport University (CNU) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and/or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling [phone].

Background Check:

Applicant finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check. After accepting employment, individuals are required to complete a USCIS Form I-9 (employment eligibility verification) and present documentation from the USCIS List of Acceptable Documents that establishes both their identity and employment authorization to work in the United States. The provided documents will be verified through the Department of Homeland Security E-Verify website.