Custodial Services Supervisor I

Job Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, and directs the daily activities of facility workers to maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards across campus facilities.
• Assigns tasks, inspects work, trains new employees, and ensures compliance in operational standards.
• Requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills to manage a team, respond to customer requests, and contribute to overall efficiency and effectiveness of Student Life Building Services.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and flexible benefits
• Retirement plans with 6% matching
• Paid holidays and vacation leave
• Internal and state-sponsored training
• Reduced tuition for state-supported courses
• Relocation benefits per university’s guidelines

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of inventory tracking methods, commercial custodial work techniques, proper use of chemicals and equipment, and effective supervisory methods.
• Skills to clean floors, bathrooms, showers, carpets and walls, establish and maintain effective supervisory relationships, plan and schedule work to meet competing deadlines, supervise, train, monitor and evaluate work of facility workers, operate and repair cleaning equipment, complete special assignments, work independently, lift and carry up to 65 pounds, communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, maintain records, interact effectively and professionally with contractors, coworkers, and customers.

Required License

• A valid driver’s license is required.

Comments

• This position requires occasional weekends/holidays.
• Application Procedures: SDState accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu, search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on “apply for this job.” This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, resume, and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted.
• Email applications will not be accepted.
• Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.
• South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission.
• SDState is a tobacco free environment.
• This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14 [CSA02609P; SE5956; 80132].

Contact Information

• For additional information regarding this position or questions about the online application process, please contact Human Resources at 605-688-4128.
• Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128.