Housing Operations Manager - Rock Eagle 4-H Center

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Housing Operations Manager to lead housekeeping services at a renowned 4-H Center. This pivotal role involves hiring, training, and supervising a dedicated team of staff, ensuring all facilities are impeccably maintained for guests. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a keen understanding of cleaning processes, and the ability to manage a diverse team effectively. If you're looking for a dynamic environment where your leadership will directly impact guest experiences, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Requires a baccalaureate degree in the field.
• Knowledge of cleaning materials and ability to supervise staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan, assign, and supervise housekeeping staff work.
• Maintain cleanliness of cabins and buildings.
• Communicate with department heads about guest needs.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of cleaning materials

Ability to give instructions

Performance evaluation skills

Organizational skills

Education

Baccalaureate degree

Job description

Housing Operations Manager - Rock Eagle 4-H Center

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job link/button.

If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on the Bookmark link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the Print Preview link.

Posting Details

Posting Number S13281P

Working Title: Housing Operations Manager - Rock Eagle 4-H Center

Department: CAES-Rock Eagle 4-H Center

About the University of Georgia: Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.

Position Information:

Classification Title: Service/Maintenance Manager

FLSA: Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications: Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Position Summary

The individual in this position is responsible for the direction of housekeeping services to all buildings at Rock Eagle 4-H Center. The individual in this position hires, trains, and supervises regular full-time employees and part-time employees in the Housekeeping Department. The individual must have effective communication skills in order to work with other department heads, guests, and employees in the department.

The individual in this position manages a department of 20 employees and must be willing to work weekends, evenings, and long days in order to have the 4-H Center ready for the arrival of guests. Supervision includes the cleaning of guest quarters or cabins, cleaning buildings, providing conference setups, managing laundry, and ordering equipment and supplies.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Knowledge of a wide variety of cleaning materials, methods and procedures.
• Ability to give oral/written instructions.
• Knowledge to evaluate and check the performance of employees and perform annual evaluations.
• Ability to plan/organize daily work schedules for employees and check that they are performed in a timely manner and according to standards.

Physical Demands

Lift 50+ pounds. May work in extreme weather conditions. Work on a ladder. Driving.

Duties/Responsibilities

1. Responsible for planning, assigning, and supervising the work of the housekeeping staff. Hires, trains, supervises regular full-time and part-time employees. Maintains the cleanliness of cabins, buildings, floors, sheets, towels, and dining hall linens. Percentage of time: 65%
2. Maintains the operations of the housekeeping department within the budgetary guidelines. Attends the staff meeting on a weekly basis and leadership team meeting on a monthly basis. Percentage of time: 20%
3. Communicates with Area Coordinator and other department heads on a daily basis, the needs of conference groups and other guests utilizing the 4-H Center. Notifies the Area Coordinator and head of Building Maintenance of any major repair needs for cabins and buildings. Percentage of time: 10%
4. Recommends purchases of new equipment for the Housekeeping Department, maintains inventory, and orders cleaning supplies. Works with Area Coordinator and Head of Building Maintenance for the procurement of chairs, tables, mattresses, and other furniture to be utilized in buildings and cabins. Percentage of time: 5%

Contact Information

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name: Jon Miller

Recruitment Contact Email: [e-mail]

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents