Housekeeping Supervisor (Reg FT)

Community College of Allegheny County • Pittsburgh, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is to supervise the housekeeping, groundskeeping, and contracted project staff in day-to-day operations to provide clean, sanitary, and attractive campus facilities in a cost-effective manner. This position provides “first impression” services to assist in achieving student success through the cleanliness of classrooms, restrooms, and other common areas. Respond to work orders, set up, and breakdown all internal and external functions of the college. Organize employee shifts and schedule work, provide training, hire and motivate custodians, and supervise maintenance staff when the physical plant director is absent.

Requirements

• Associates degree.
• A minimum of five years of experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience with at least an Associate’s level degree).
• Valid PA driver’s license.
• Knowledge of general housekeeping procedures, housekeeping projects, cleaning techniques, contracts, and products and chemicals.
• Knowledge of universal precautions and infection control procedures.
• Knowledge of basic landscaping procedures.
• Knowledge of all floor care areas, such as carpet cleaning, stripping, and refinishing floor tiles.
• Computer experience in Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook.
• Ability to supervise, schedule, and take corrective action with a multi-member unionized staff and manage custodians as well as maintenance personnel.
• Ability to work independently, and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to operate floor and carpet cleaning equipment.

Responsibilities

• Schedules, routes, and monitors work assignments for quality assurance for housekeeping staff.
• Inspects areas of responsibility to ensure the completion of assignments.
• Provides on-site training and education for staff in the areas of proper cleaning and housekeeping techniques, job efficiency, safety, and health.
• Maintains adequate inventories and orders all necessary supplies and equipment.
• Reviews cleaning products and equipment for improvements in usage.
• Establishes and maintains a product testing program.
• Prepares the department's capital equipment budget.
• Supervises building services, including the set-up of classrooms, laboratories, administrative areas, conference, and meeting rooms, displays, and events as necessary.
• Administers and oversees applicable programs and contractor services, including waste management, recycling services, integrated pest control contract services, and other contractual work.
• Protects the assets of the institution through control of keys and the effective use of equipment and materials.
• Maintains the campus safety data sheet (SDS), the right-to-know laws, and hazardous substance survey forms.
• Performs checks on sinks and toilets to ensure they are working properly; checks on ceiling tiles and other broken items that need to be replaced.
• Performs other duties as required or as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access to an excellent health plan with a very low out-of-pocket expense network option.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy a range of time-off benefits that are tailored to your position, along with a four-day workweek in the summer for an ideal work-life balance. These benefits vary and may include vacation, personal, sick, and holiday pay, as well as options like collegial coverage for faculty.
• Retirement Planning: Options include a 403(b) retirement plan with up to 10% employer match or a state-defined benefit pension.
• Financial Peace of Mind: Employer-paid benefits include group life insurance, short/long-term disability, and access to flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
• Wellness Support: Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available for confidential support, with resources to address personal and professional challenges.
• Educational Support: Take advantage of tuition waivers, tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility, and a variety of professional development opportunities to grow your career.
• Exclusive Employee Perks & Rewards: Save on theme parks, sporting events, electronics, and more!
• Additional Advantages: Free employee parking to make your commute easier.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree