Posting Number:  H0137

Posting Date:  October 2, 2009     Closing Date:  Until Filled.

Application Procedure

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What to include with your application:  In addition to a Harvey Mudd College employment application available at www.hmc.edu/employment, please submit a resume and a cover letter describing your qualifications. All required documents must be submitted with your application in order to be considered for this position.

Information about the position:  Salary is dependent upon qualifications with a minimum $3,520.00 per month. Usual working hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Assignments may include day, evening and weekend shifts. This is a full-time, 12-month, benefits-eligible, exempt position.

What the successful candidate will do: The Custodial Services Manager provides management assistance to the Assistant Vice President of Facilities and Maintenance & Emergency Preparedness in all aspects of custodial work throughout campus academic, administrative and residential areas.  This position directly supervises Building Attendants, Lead Building Attendants and temporary/on-call Building Attendants in performance of daily, periodic, annual and special custodial assignments; evaluates staff performance and recommends personnel actions such as recognition, disciplinary action, pay changes, etc.; plans and implements staff development and training programs; and ensures compliance with all institutional policies, government regulations and safety guidelines. 

Essential Functions:

• Conduct facilities surveys to develop and assign daily, rotating, periodic and annual custodial schedules for Lead Building Attendants to implement with Building Attendant staff. Adjust schedules as needed.
• Review for accuracy and approve employee timecards using ADP eTime. Ensure compliance with applicable wage and hour laws and College policy.
• Prepare, justify and execute budgets relevant to Building Attendant functions and needs throughout campus.
• Plan staff training activities and conduct training sessions or assign to others. Maintain accurate and precise records of staff training activities. Develop related written and oral staff training performance evaluations.
• Screen applications, interview candidates, and recommend candidates for hire.
• Inspect areas assigned to Lead and Building Attendant staff and provide assistance/guidance, as required.
• Provide direct supervision and leadership to Lead and Building Attendant staff, including provision of initial, periodic and/or annual performance evaluations. Identify improvement plans and follow-up to ensure implementation and outcome. In accordance with all policies, recommend personnel actions, and assist in resolving performance issues. Implement disciplinary actions.
• Address concerns of students, faculty, staff and visitors regarding provisions of services.
• Supervise and maintain inventory control. Evaluate need and purchase supplies and equipment within the supply budget.
• Coordinate work with outside vendors or contractors. May schedule and provide access to facilities.
• Carry communication/paging devise for immediate College communication needs.
• Ensure compliance by staff with safety rules and regulations, proper use of personal safety equipment, operation of power tools and cleaning/chemical compounds.
• Research new and improved custodial methods and procedures. Prepare proposals for change and implement those approved.
• Initiate, maintain and implement improvement in campus recycling activities as it pertains to systems maintenance supplies and equipment. May periodically conduct waste surveys and staff training.
• Participate in utility conservation efforts. Make recommendations for improvement.
• May participate in selection of interior finishes (wall, window, floor coverings and furniture).
• Other related duties as assigned.

What the ideal candidate will bring to this position and HMC:
Required Qualifications:

• Graduation from high school plus numerous additional courses (equivalent to an extensive apprenticeship or bachelor's degree) and a minimum of six years paid employment experience in a position of similar responsibility or any combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities for the position.
• A minimum of three years experience supervising a team of at least 15 employees.
• Currently have and maintain a driving record acceptable to the College's insurance carrier.
• Ability to work productively with minimal supervision or consultation, make sound decisions and effectively prioritize multiple tasks in a logical progression.
• Ability to train and orient new employees and provide ongoing training for incumbent staff.
• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
• Ability to read, speak, write and follow oral and written instructions in English.
• Ability to compose written correspondence and develop reports, agendas and other materials; spell accurately and have excellent knowledge of business writing procedures.
• Knowledge of planning, conducting and evaluating employee training, recognition and performance evaluation programs.
• Knowledge of methods, materials, chemicals and equipment used in maintaining and cleaning various types of surfaces and furniture; including windows, floors, carpeting, hard-floor surfaces, upholstery, restrooms, showers, lavatories, laboratories, locker areas and food service facilities.
• Knowledge of safe work principles and practices.
• Ability to work with diverse and exacting constituencies on a wide array of concerns.
• Ability to perform duties and responsibilities in a fast paced environment and often within compressed timeframes.
• Strong aptitude for leadership, outstanding organizational skills, and effective written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet, and other software (MS Word, Excel).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Knowledge of business mathematics and bookkeeping procedures.
• Ability to maintain, manage and prepare professional reports and records.
• Ability to interpret financial reports and utilize them as management tools.
• Ability to safely lift 50 pounds, unassisted to waist level.
• Ability to properly use fire extinguishers.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, push, pull, stoop, twist, grasp hand tools, climb ladders up to 20 feet with assistance and ten feet unassisted; ability to work on feet for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be willing and able to work occasional weekends, evenings or holidays as needed.