Housekeeping Lead Worker
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
Full-time
Housekeeping / Janitorial
Posted on March 30, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Working Title
Housekeeping Lead Worker
Position Number
01346A
Department
WEBB CTR OP COST
Location
Norfolk, VA
Type of Position
Classified
Type of Job
EEO Category
H Service/Maintenance
Job Description
Maintain a high level of cleanliness and order in the university center by performing a variety of cleaning tasks and meeting room set-ups. Strive to achieve perfection in supporting student activities and programs, meetings, and special events. Provide high level customer service and uphold Webb Center staff's work values
Type of Recruitment
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Working knowledge of institutional cleaning procedures and housekeeping techniques, cleaning equipment, and special event set-up. Excellent customer service skills. Demonstrated ability to read and write the English language and to understand and follow oral instructions. Demonstrated ability to perform basic mathematical calculations. Demonstrated ability to lift furniture, tables, stages and equipment weighing 15 to 100 lbs. several times per shift. Demonstrated ability to train and supervise staff in proper cleaning methods and cleaning equipment usage.
Special licenses, registration or certification
None
Education or training
None
Level and type of experience
Basic experience in the use and application of chemicals such as germicides, disinfectants and caustic solutions. Some experience in housekeeping and floor tech skills, working in a large office, school, or institutional setting.
Additional Considerations (supplemental knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification)
Considerable experience as a housekeeping worker at the Crew Leader level. Some previous custodial experience in a large office, school or institutional setting.
Conditions of Employment
Employee is considered essential personnel which requires them to work during inclement weather and certain other dates during the year when the university is closed.
Employee will work Wednesday – Sunday, 1:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
This is an open until filled recruitment. This recruitment may close after the five-day required posting period when a suitable pool of applicants has been generated.
Annual Salary/Hourly Rate
Salary commensurate with education and experience
Posting Detail Information
Job Requisition Number
S02522
Job Open To
General Public
Open Date
01/29/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions Summary
None
Criminal Background Check
The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.
College Home Page
www.odu.edu
Department Home Page
https://ww1.odu.edu/content/odu/life/gettinginvolved/webb.html
Equity Statement
It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity at (757) 683-3141.
Alternative Hiring Process
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process.
To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS).
Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability.
If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or consistent with contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Working Title
Housekeeping Lead Worker
Position Number
01346A
Department
WEBB CTR OP COST
Location
Norfolk, VA
Type of Position
Classified
Type of Job
EEO Category
H Service/Maintenance
Job Description
Maintain a high level of cleanliness and order in the university center by performing a variety of cleaning tasks and meeting room set-ups. Strive to achieve perfection in supporting student activities and programs, meetings, and special events. Provide high level customer service and uphold Webb Center staff's work values
Type of Recruitment
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Working knowledge of institutional cleaning procedures and housekeeping techniques, cleaning equipment, and special event set-up. Excellent customer service skills. Demonstrated ability to read and write the English language and to understand and follow oral instructions. Demonstrated ability to perform basic mathematical calculations. Demonstrated ability to lift furniture, tables, stages and equipment weighing 15 to 100 lbs. several times per shift. Demonstrated ability to train and supervise staff in proper cleaning methods and cleaning equipment usage.
Special licenses, registration or certification
None
Education or training
None
Level and type of experience
Basic experience in the use and application of chemicals such as germicides, disinfectants and caustic solutions. Some experience in housekeeping and floor tech skills, working in a large office, school, or institutional setting.
Additional Considerations (supplemental knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification)
Considerable experience as a housekeeping worker at the Crew Leader level. Some previous custodial experience in a large office, school or institutional setting.
Conditions of Employment
Employee is considered essential personnel which requires them to work during inclement weather and certain other dates during the year when the university is closed.
Employee will work Wednesday – Sunday, 1:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
This is an open until filled recruitment. This recruitment may close after the five-day required posting period when a suitable pool of applicants has been generated.
Annual Salary/Hourly Rate
Salary commensurate with education and experience
Posting Detail Information
Job Requisition Number
S02522
Job Open To
General Public
Open Date
01/29/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions Summary
None
Criminal Background Check
The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.
College Home Page
www.odu.edu
Department Home Page
https://ww1.odu.edu/content/odu/life/gettinginvolved/webb.html
Equity Statement
It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity at (757) 683-3141.
Alternative Hiring Process
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process.
To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS).
Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability.
If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or consistent with contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Specifically state your experience leading a team of housekeeping employees.
(Open Ended Question) - * How many years do you have of supervising housekeeping staff?
(Open Ended Question) - * Specifically explain your housekeeping experience and skills.
(Open Ended Question) - * What housekeeping equipment have you used in prior positions?
(Open Ended Question) - * What is your customer service experience?
(Open Ended Question) - * What is your experience using housekeeping chemicals?
(Open Ended Question) - * Have you worked in a housekeeping position at a university?
- Yes
- No
- Are you able to work Wednesday through Sunday from 1:30 pm to 10:00 pm ?
- Yes
- No
Required Documents
- Resume
- Yellow Layoff Form
- Blue Layoff Card
- AHP Letter
