Title: Supervisor, Facilities Services (Thursday - Monday, 4pm - 12:30am, RDO: Tue/Wed)
Location: New York City, NY
Full/Part Time: Full time
Posted On: Posted 4 Days Ago
Req ID: JR3733
Description: If you are a current Barnard College employee, please use the internal career site to apply for this position.
Job:
Supervisor, Facilities Services (Thursday - Monday, 4pm - 12:30am, RDO: Tue/Wed)
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Manager of Custodial Services who provides general direction and coordination of work, the Supervisor, Facilities Services is responsible for the supervision, training, record keeping, and coordination of event preparation and breakdown for Custodial staff. The supervisor oversees the daily operational and personnel activities of the department s Custodial staff including Mechanics and Trades in campus buildings, to include Residence Halls, offsite locations and grounds. The Facilities Supervisor will also conduct daily campus and building inspections and provide daily inspection reports and feedback to the Manager for Custodial Services and the Operations Manager and the Trades Manager.
Job Description:
DUTIES & RESPSONSIBILITIES:
- Supervise, train and instruct assigned unionized personnel in the care, cleaning and upkeep of all Barnard Facilities, including Residence Halls and Academic Buildings.
- Inspect assigned areas; ensure that departmental/facility cleanliness standards are met.
- Evaluate the performance of employees against established standards and counsels them on performance; takes or recommends corrective or disciplinary action when necessary.
- Responsible for personnel administration of unionized Custodial staff and its many related activities including employee records, time keeping, accrued leave balances, etc.
- Instruct employees in methods and use of Custodial materials, equipment and supplies.
- Requisition Custodial supplies, equipment and parts as needed and test new products. Maintain inventory of equipment and Custodial supplies.
- Supervise preparation for special events; set-up, break-down, cleaning, etc.
- Work with the Residential Life housing office during summer months to insure that Residence Hall rooms are ready when occupants arrive; coordinate work between arriving groups so that all rooms are cleaned and ready at that time.
- During daily walkthrough, provide repair and maintenance notes in nightly report to Management.
- Assure that the rules and regulations of the College, policies and procedures of the Physical Plant, and all safety regulations are known and observed by Custodial staff.
- The Custodial Supervisor will work in close association with the various Departments of the College to identify and facilitate service delivery to those Departments.
- Attend required training sessions to improve work methods, knowledge of equipment, supplies and safety methods.
- In absence of Facility Managers, the Supervisor, Facilities Services will act as the primary conduit for all physical plant issues.
- Provide lead and coordination of facility related emergencies, including commercial tenant issues and applicable outside agencies.
- The Supervisor, Facilities Services will act as the primary contact for all outside vendor activity during office off-hours and weekends.
- Submit requests for supplies and equipment.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Skills, Qualifications & Requirements:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Working knowledge of Custodial equipment and chemicals; demonstrated general knowledge of cleaning terms and safety procedures related to handling of cleaning solutions, supplies and equipment.
- Ability to conduct employee training sessions in care and operation of institutional equipment and proper use of institutional cleaning chemicals, equipment, hazardous materials, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse constituencies.
- Ability to effectively and clearly communicate orally, electronically and in writing.
- Ability to maintain records; write reports as required.
- Ability to coordinate the work activity of assigned staff and report daily back to Manager.
- Ability to remain calm and stay focused while carrying out the functions of the position during stressful conditions (Commencement, Alumni Weekend, Move-Out, Move-In etc.).
- Excellent problem-solving skills and sound judgment; ability to understand and apply the College s and Department s policies and procedures.
- Interact directly with other Facilities Services staff and community members including Groundskeepers, Mechanics and Public Safety Officers, students, staff and faculty members.
- Ability to maintain a professional working relationship with others that is supportive of the Facilities Services mission.
- Problem-solving skills sound judgment and ability to understand and apply the College s and Department s policies and procedures.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to work effectively in a service-oriented environment subject to frequently changing priorities which may require re-prioritization of daily operations.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associates degree and three to five years experience in Custodial services: or high school diploma and 5 - 7 years experience working in Custodial services.
- Minimum of three years experience supervising a large (20+) custodial staff.
- Proficiency with computer technology, including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Mac software, inter/intranet use and proprietary work order systems.
- Must be willing and able to work occasional evenings and weekends as required.
- May be required to work extended hours or be called in to work during inclement weather or for vacation/sick coverage.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience within an educational or similar institution.
- Experience managing union-represented staff strongly preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Ability to kneel, crawl, bend, stoop, push, pull, lift and carry objects up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to climb up and down ladders.
- Ability to climb up and travel down stairs.
- Ability to operate floor stripper, buffer and polisher; carpet extractor; water vacuum; vacuum cleaner; cleaning solutions and chemicals.
- Most work is performed inside; some work on campus or building exterior may be required as well as traveling to various locations.
Salary Range: $62,500 - $67,500
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the College's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Company:
Barnard College
Time Type:
Full time
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