Housing Custodial Operations Manager

Syracuse University; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Syracuse University is seeking a capable manager to supervise Housing Custodial, overseeing five supervisors and 92 union staff. The role emphasizes leadership within a unionized environment, ensuring safe practices and quality service across facilities.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of management experience or an equivalent combination. Prior supervisory experience is desirable, with a focus on staffing, budgeting, and performance reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, 3-5 years management experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Previous supervisory experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Estimate, manage, and plan project and job request through support staff.
• Control job schedule, material acquisition and costs.
• Evaluate staffing levels and recommend adjustments.
• Create and review performance reports for KPIs.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts and implement improvements.
• Maintain quality service by enforcing standards and resolving problems.
• Ensure health and safety through safe practices and training.
• Manage staff by communicating expectations, coaching, and disciplining.

Skills

Green cleaning methods

Staff leadership

Union contract guidelines

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Syracuse University is seeking a capable manager to supervise Housing Custodial, overseeing five supervisors and 92 union staff. The role emphasizes leadership within a unionized environment, ensuring safe practices and quality service across facilities.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of management experience or an equivalent combination. Prior supervisory experience is desirable, with a focus on staffing, budgeting, and performance reporting.