FACILITIES SERVICES Job Description Building Services Custodian Supervisor 2 Job Code: 8777 – Contract Classified Department Introduction: Building Services delivers Custodial Services to the UW campus that provides exceptionally clean and sanitary environments for students, faculty, staff, and visitors and manages the comprehensive Recycling & Solid Waste Management program. Job Purpose: This individual will supervise a staff of at least 30 custodians, train subordinates and perform administrative responsibilities such as recommending supply levels, staffing levels, staff training requirements, and department policies and procedures. Duties and Responsibilities: Under general direction, serve as a first-line supervisor in a custodial department With delegated authority, interview and recommend selection of applicants, conduct training, assign and schedule work, act upon leave requests, conduct annual performance evaluations and recommend disciplinary action Determine staffing needs of assigned buildings; analyze workloads and assign work to employees Assign building keys to custodial staff and maintain key security Maintain compliance with applicable policies and procedures Inspect buildings to determine cleaning needs and job assignments Prepare reports related to custodial services, such as building inventories and custodial procedures Oversee performance of special cleaning projects Carry cell phone to maintain communications Ensure that power-cleaning equipment is maintained in proper working order Identify, report, and take corrective action to resolve maintenance problems; report and act upon building security and potential safety hazards Evaluate, order inventory, and maintain stock of custodial supplies; recommend equipment needs Maintain time reports and leave records; maintain a record of employees' job performance Conduct safety meetings and train subordinates; enforce safety rules and regulations; investigate accidents, and fill out accident reports Meet with customers and clients to address cleaning concerns and provide information Attend department meetings and training as required Perform other duties as assigned Regular and predictable attendance is required Core Competencies: Demonstrate personal integrity and trustworthiness Manage stressful situations and changing priorities effectively Anticipate, recognize and resolve problems Be responsible and accountable Use organizational skills and provide attention to details Maintain a positive, optimistic and success-oriented attitude Exercise professional demeanor, which includes being tactful and courteous Exhibit a professional work ethic Continuously promote a safe work environment Required Skills, Experience and Knowledge: Three years of experience in custodial or general maintenance work, including two years of experience as a Custodian Supervisor 1 Proven strong organizational and problem-solving skills, including the ability to make sound decisions, prioritize tasks and meet deadlines with demonstrated flexibility to meet changing needs 10/24/14 Page 1 of 2 Strong supervisory and people management skills with a demonstrated commitment to build and maintain a strong team and customer service oriented organization Excellent oral and written communication skills, including those required to create reports, conduct meetings, and train personnel as well as the ability to work well with others Experience inspecting buildings to determine cleaning needs and analyzing workloads Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team Computer proficiency using Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel as well as data entry experience Demonstrated ability to work in a culturally diverse environment with demonstrated flexibility and composure Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration Have knowledge and understand of safe work practices and policies Must be able to wear all proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required Must be able to follow written and/or verbal instructions and communicate in English regarding the use of chemicals, supplies, and equipment; comply with safety policies and procedures Desirable Skills, Experience and Knowledge: Experience supervising custodial services staff in a large institution Demonstrated experience contributing information to the determination of a fixed budget Experience with Balanced Scorecard and Lean processes Conditions of Employment: Valid Washington State Driver’s License A satisfactory outcome from a criminal background verification will be required prior to hire 10/24/14 Page 2 of 2