Custodial Supervisor (3:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.)

Note for Current UM Employees

Current employees must apply internally via ConnectU > connectu.olemiss.edu

The University of Mississippi

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Department Summary

The University of Mississippi Facilities Management Department strives to provide an environment where you can flourish and grow.

At Ole Miss, we value Safety, Customer Service Excellence, Teamwork, Innovation, and integrity and respect. We strive to foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

Our department is a dynamic and integral part of the University, and we believe in investing in our employees' growth and development.

Role Specifications

Below you will find classification and compensation information.  For additional details behind the University of Mississippi classification system please visit Human Resource Compensation Page

Family -  Facilities Operations

Sub-Family - Custodial Services

Career Track / Level - M1

Grade - 4

Role Summary

Supervises custodial staff and ensures cleanliness, orderliness, and safety in assigned areas.

This position performs duties associated with the supervision of custodial staff. Incumbent also has the responsibility of ensuring buildings are clean, attractive, and meet all health standards. Incumbent relieves supervisor of routine administrative duties and
has the authority to exercise discretion and judgment in a wide variety of areas. 

Examples of Work Performed

• Establishes and maintains housekeeping schedules and assigns employees to areas for various housekeeping duties.
• Conducts comprehensive inspections to check the completion of work assignments.
• Ensures that assignments are appropriately staffed and that employees have adequate supplies and equipment for completion of assignments.
• Discusses general housekeeping procedures with personnel of assigned areas.  
• Recommends and implements procedure changes. Ensures the maintenance of floors for University buildings.
• Maintains records and submits reports concerning personnel, equipment, supplies, expenses, and general housekeeping activities.
• Recommends various personnel actions, including but not limited to hiring, merit recommendations, promotions, transfers, and vacation schedules.  
• Monitors and ensures the training of personnel.
• Performs similar or related duties as assigned or required.

Essential Functions

These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following.  Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.

1. Establishes housekeeping schedules and assigns duties in work areas.
2. Inspects work to ensure completion.
3. Maintains records and submits reports.

Minimum Education/Experience

Education: High School or Equivalent

Experience:  (2) Two Years Experience. No Supervisory Experience Required

Licensure: A valid driver’s license may be required depending on the department 

Preferred Qualifications

Three (3) years of experience related to the above described duties.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, age, disability, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

Minimum Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements:  These physical requirements are not exhaustive, and additional job-related physical requirements may be added to these by individual agencies on an as needed basis. 

Corrective devices may be used to meet physical requirements.

Physical Exertion:  The incumbent may be required to lift up to approximately 50 pounds.

Vision:  Requirements of this job include close vision. Speaking/Hearing: Ability to give and receive information through speaking and listening.

Motor Coordination:  While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is frequently required to talk and hear; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The incumbent is periodically required to sit. The incumbent is occasionally required to stand; walk; and reach with hands and arms.  The incumbent is occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or bend.

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.