INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES ASSISTANT

Arkansas.gov; Conway (AR); On-site; USD 33,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Institutional Services Assistant to ensure cleanliness and hygiene within their facilities. This role involves general cleaning tasks across various areas, including offices, classrooms, and dining areas. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma and demonstrate knowledge of basic cleaning techniques and equipment. Join a team that values service and commitment to the community, while enjoying great perks like a pension and paid holidays. If you are passionate about making a difference and enjoy working independently, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Pension

Maternity leave

Paid state holidays

Employee care programs

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to perform repetitive manual work and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for general cleaning of various areas in the facility.
• Operates cleaning equipment and maintains cleanliness standards.
• Assists in event setup and performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic cleaning techniques

Cleaning equipment operation

Ability to follow instructions

Manual work

Ability to work independently

Prioritizing tasks

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Cleaning supplies

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Position Number: 44071011
County: Faulkner
Posting End Date: [[postingEndDate]]
Anticipated Starting Salary: $32,405.00
DDS

This Position is located at the Conway Human Development Center.

The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like childcare centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.

Position Information

Class Code: S087C

Grade: GS01

FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT

Salary Range: $32,405.00 - $51,686.00

Summary

The Institutional Services Assistant is responsible for general cleaning of areas in and around office buildings, classrooms, lecture halls, conference rooms, auditoriums, resident halls, dining areas, building common areas, and other areas as required. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Functions

1. Removes trash from waste baskets, dumps trash, sanitizes and re-lines trash receptacles daily, or as needed, and operates trash compactors.
2. Wipes furniture, such as desk tops, tables, and other surfaces.
3. Cleans walls, windows, window sills, stairways, and entry ways, as needed.
4. Sweeps, mops, and buffs floors, vacuums floors daily, and shampoos carpets, cleans baseboards, dusts and/or wipes clean furniture, desk tops, table tops, cabinets, and other surfaces, such as ceiling fans, black/white boards, appliances, and fixtures.
5. Strips, waxes, and buffs floors, as needed or scheduled.
6. Cleans bathroom fixtures and stocks restrooms with soap, toilet tissue, and paper towels.
7. Cleans areas requiring special cleaning methods, by using specific cleansers, sterilizing equipment, and/or disposing of contaminated wastes.
8. Assists in set-up of events and cleaning after events.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Knowledge of basic cleaning techniques.
2. Knowledge of cleaning equipment operation and maintenance.
3. Ability to follow instructions and perform repetitive manual work.
4. Ability to use cleansers and other agents to clean floors and furniture.
5. Ability to use housekeeping cleaning supplies and equipment.
6. Ability to work independently without close supervision.
7. Ability to follow oral and/or written instructions.
8. Ability to perform multiple tasks and to prioritize assignments.
9. Ability to perform repetitive manual work.
10. Ability to do required lifting (up to 50 lbs.).

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Licenses

None

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.