Buffalo State College-posted about 1 year ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Buffalo, NY
5,001-10,000 employees
Educational Services

The Supervising Janitor at Buffalo State College is responsible for overseeing custodial staff and ensuring the cleanliness and maintenance of campus facilities. This role involves planning and scheduling cleaning assignments, evaluating cleaning methods, and managing the custodial budget. The position requires reliable attendance and the ability to work overtime, including weekends, as needed. The Supervising Janitor plays a crucial role in maintaining a clean and safe environment for students, faculty, and staff.

  • Supervise and administer a program of systematic cleaning and care of assigned building areas or the entire program according to established guidelines.
  • Plan and schedule staff assignments and cleaning services; reassign staff to ensure work is accomplished according to schedule.
  • Inform staff of custodial and related policies and directives in meetings and memoranda.
  • Evaluate and make recommendations for equipment, changes in cleaning methods, and work performance standards.
  • Prepare a portion or the entire annual equipment, supplies, and personnel budget for the custodial operation.
  • Supervise the custodial program inventory system, including requisitioning and distribution of cleaning equipment and supplies.
  • Provide oral and written instructions to staff for special cleaning services and develop training programs.
  • Inspect buildings and assigned areas for compliance with cleaning guidelines and investigate complaints of unsatisfactory cleaning performance.
  • Supervise unskilled maintenance and repairs to buildings and equipment, and request skilled trades staff as necessary.
  • Prepare or review periodic reports on work activity, cost reports, and staff utilization and requirements.
  • Supervise the arrangement of premises for public meetings, classes, graduations, and special events.
  • Perform full range of supervisory duties such as interviewing, training, evaluating work performance, and resolving personnel problems.
  • Must have taken and passed the Civil Service exam.
  • One year of experience as a Janitor, Housekeeper, or Supervising Housekeeper.
  • Permanent appointment in a Supervising Janitor, SG-11 classified position or reachable for appointment on the current NY State Civil Service canvass list.
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