Institutional Services Supervisor

Arkansas State University; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas State University in Jonesboro seeks an Institutional Services Supervisor to oversee custodial and minor maintenance activities and supervise laundry room functions in an institutional setting. This role reports to Facilities Management and is governed by state and federal policies.

The position includes supervising staff, coordinating cleaning operations, and ensuring safety and security in buildings.

Qualifications

• The formal education equivalent of a High School Diploma.
• One year of vocational training and/or experience in housekeeping.
• Preferred to possess a valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Supervises a medium to large-sized custodial staff engaged in cleaning assigned areas.
• Trains employees in methods and procedures for cleaning and maintaining proper standards.
• Handles special cleaning assignments and emergency spills.
• Orders and maintains inventory of cleaning supplies.
• Performs routine inspections of buildings and work assigned to subordinate employees.
• Coordinates maintenance and repair needs with the appropriate personnel.
• Coordinates and assists in room and audiovisual set-ups.
• Ensures building security by watching for vandalism and patron safety.
• Performs minor repairs on building equipment and furnishings as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Supervisory practices

Custodial maintenance

Cleaning equipment

Laundry equipment

Inventory records

Written documents

Inspections

Staff supervision

Education

High school diploma equivalent

Vocational training/housekeeping experience

Tools

Commercial laundry equipment

Job description

Employment Status:

Full time (29-40 Hrs)

Type of Employment:

Staff

# of openings:

1

Location:

ASU-Jonesboro

Proposed Salary Range:

$29,000.00

Closing:

11/17/26

Please note:

All postings close at 12 A.M. CST on the closing date. This employer participates in E-Verify.

Position Summary:

The Institutional Services Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and monitoring custodial and minor maintenance activities in building facilities and supervising laundry room functions in an institutional setting. This position is governed by state and federal laws and institutional policy.

Responsible for supervising some institutional services assistants, cleaning duties, and event setups (lifting tables and chairs).

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Supervises a medium to large-sized custodial staff engaged in cleaning assigned areas
• Trains employees in methods and procedures for cleaning and maintaining proper standards
• Handles special cleaning assignments and emergency spills
• Orders and maintains inventory of cleaning supplies
• Performs routine inspections of buildings and work assigned to subordinate employees
• Coordinates maintenance and repair needs with the appropriate personnel
• Coordinates and assists in room and audiovisual set-ups
• Ensures building security by watching for vandalism and patron safety
• Performs minor repairs on building equipment and furnishings as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of custodial and maintenance practices and techniques.
• Knowledge of materials and equipment used in custodial and maintenance work.
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance requirements of commercial laundry equipment.
• Ability to maintain adequate supplies and inventory records.
• Ability to prepare written documents.
• Ability to conduct inspections to determine compliance with standards.
• Ability to supervise staff of subordinate supervisors, custodial workers and semi-skilled maintenance repairmen.

General Days/Hours:

• Tuesday - Sunday
• 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM
• Additional hours as requested and/or needed
• Regular and reliable attendance

Other:

• Please note: all position postings close at 12:00 A.M. CST on the position closing date
• This position is considered Essential Personnel with Facilities Management

Minimum Qualifications:

• The formal education equivalent of a High School Diploma
• One (1) year of vocational training and/or experience in housekeeping
• Preferred to possess a valid Driver's License

E-Verify Participation Notice:

https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf

E-Verify Right to Work:

https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RightToWorkPoster%20Eng_Es.pdf