"Custodial Services Supervisor"

Job Description

In addition to the salary, this position qualifies for the choice of one of the Districts excellent Health Benefits and Welfare plans, which the premium cost is 100% paid by the District for the employee and their eligible dependents, and one health plan costing an estimated $60,000 for the District for fiscal year 2025-2026. We offer two medical plans (Anthem Blue Cross [PPO] and Kaiser Permanente (HMO)); dental (Delta Dental PPO); vision (VSP Choice); life insurance for the employee (The Hartford); life insurance for eligible dependents (The Hartford); a long term disability/income protection plan (The Hartford); and an employee assistance plan (Anthem EAP).

In addition, the District contributes an additional 26.81% of the employees salary towards an eligible employees pension (CalPERS).

Employees may also elect to participate in optional plans including purchasing additional life insurance for themselves and their eligible dependent(s); enroll in a medical, transportation, and/or dependent care Flexible Spending Account(s) (with the $4 monthly administrative fee paid by the District); and set pre-taxed dollars aside to supplement their pension in a 403b (tax shelter annuity) and/or a 457 (deferred compensation) plan(s).

Managers, Supervisor and Confidential employees earn 22 days per year of vacation, up to 12 sick leave days and 6 administrative leave days. There are currently 20 paid holidays.

Position Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Custodial Services Supervisor reports to the Facilities Manager at Evergreen Valley College. The work schedule 12 months per year; 40 hours per week; Monday – Friday; 4:00 p.m. – 12:30. A 2.5% swing shift differential will be added to the salary.

POSITION PURPOSE

Under general direction, the Custodial Services Supervisor assigns and reviews the work of staff responsible for providing custodial services for an assigned campus; oversees and participates in all work activities; and performs a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

NATURE and SCOPE

The Custodial Services Supervisor assists in developing daily work schedules, training custodians, providing needed supplies, solving unusual or difficult problems, and cleaning assigned areas.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise and review the work of staff responsible for custodial maintenance of buildings and facilities on assigned campus.
2. Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; implement approved policies and procedures.
3. Establish schedules and methods for providing custodial services; identify resource needs; review needs with appropriate management staff; allocate resources accordingly.
4. Participate in the selection of custodial staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline procedures.
5. Participate in the preparation and administration of the Custodial budget; submit budget recommendations; monitor expenditures.
6. Prepare reports on operations and activities.
7. Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; interview and participate in selecting employees; train, counsel, discipline and terminate personnel according to established policies and procedures.
8. Distribute custodial supplies and material; maintain supplies and equipment inventory; requisition supplies and equipment.
9. Transport, store and maintain records on hazardous waste materials.
10. Perform minor repairs to equipment.
11. Operate assigned equipment and vehicles.
12. Stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of custodial maintenance.
13. Maintain records and reports on personnel and work performed.
14. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge of:

1. Operations, services and activities of a custodial maintenance program.
2. Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
3. Modern and complex principles and practices of facilities maintenance.
4. Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.
5. Methods, procedures, materials and equipment used in custodial maintenance.
6. Record keeping methods and techniques.
7. Safe work practices.

Skills and Abilities:

1. Supervise, organize, and review the work of lower level staff.
2. Interpret and explain District policies and procedures.
3. Perform the full range of custodial duties.
4. Ensure the proper and safe use of cleaning chemicals and solvents.
5. Prepare clear and concise reports.
6. Make minor repairs to custodial equipment.
7. Distinguish hazardous chemicals.
8. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
9. Use Microsoft Office software effectively including email communication.
10. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
11. Maintain mental capacity which allows for effective interaction and communications with others.
12. Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.

Required Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade or any combination of education, training, or certification that provides the required knowledge and skills
2. Two years of increasingly responsible custodial experience.
3. Lead or Supervisory experience.

Licenses and Requirements:

1. Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate valid California drivers license.

Districts Diversity

• Demonstrated sensitivity, knowledge and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender identity, sexual orientation, cultural, disability, and ethnic background of groups historically underrepresented, and groups who may have experienced discrimination.
• Success integrating diversity as appropriate into the major duties outlined in the job description and in the duties listed in the Districts hiring policy; or demonstrated equivalent transferable skills to do so.

Desired Qualifications Foreign Degree

For positions that require a degree or coursework:

Degree(s) must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Council on Post-Secondary Accreditation and/or the U.S. Department of Education.

All degrees and credits earned outside of the United States must have a U.S. evaluation (course by course) of the transcripts and must be submitted with the application.

Degrees earned outside of the U.S. without a U.S. credential evaluation attached, will not be considered.

Working Environment

Working Conditions:

1. Typical indoor/outdoor environment.

Physical Conditions:

1. This classification requires oral communication with individuals and small groups, including persuasive communication; visual comparison; listening; interpretation of data to draw conclusions; climbing ladders and stairs; bending; pulling; pushing; moving moderate to heavy objects; reaching overhead; stooping; exposure to fumes, changing weather conditions, dust and other environmental factors; exposure to chemicals; manual dexterity; operating a motor vehicle; attention to details; and flexibility in order to perform the essential functions.

About San Jose/Evergreen Community College District

The District is represented by dedicated and talented employees who are passionate about providing our student population with the best educational experience possible. The District recognizes that cultural diversity in the academic environment promotes academic excellence; fosters cultural, racial and human understanding; provides positive roles models for all students, and creates an inclusive and supportive educational and work environment for its employees, students, and the community it serves.

As of Spring 2024, with enrollment of approximately 15,655 students per semester, and an extremely diverse student population (Hispanic/Latino 45.20%, Black/African-American 3.45%, Asian/Pacific Islander 31.70%, American Indian/Native American 0.36%, White/Caucasian 12.76%) attaining educational goals reflecting 56% – Transfer to a 4-Year College/ University, the Districts emphasis on student success makes it a recognized educational leader in the State.

The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants to serve as colleagues to an existing diverse classified staff consisting of 43.9% Latinx, 25.3% Asian/Pacific Islander, 4.2% Black/African American, 0.3% American Indian/Native American, 17.9% White/Caucasian, and as well as encouraging applications from all qualified, outstanding applicants.

Important Information

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT

San José-Evergreen Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, language, accent, immigration status, ancestry, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, transgender, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, and physical or mental disability consistent with applicable federal and state laws.

CONTACT

Employment Services,
Human Resources, SJECCD
40 S. Market Street, San Jose, CA 95113
Phone: (408) 270-6414
Email: hremploymentservices@sjeccd.edu
Employment Website: https://sjeccd.peopleadmin.com
District Website: www.sjeccd.edu

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Interested applicants MUST SUBMIT ONLINE ALL of the following materials by the First Review Date/Closing Date as listed on the job announcement. Applications received after the First Review Date will only be forwarded to the hiring committee at their request.

1. A completed online San José-Evergreen Community College District APPLICATION.
2. A COVER LETTER (Stating how you feel you meet the qualifications as outline in the job announcement).
3. A current RESUME/CURRICULUM VITAE
4. TRANSCRIPT – (If Required) If a degree is listed as a requirement, transcripts (Not Diplomas) MUST INCLUDE confer or award date of stated degree. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted; however if the position is offered, official transcripts will be required prior to employment. If the transcripts or degrees are from outside of the United States, an official certification of equivalency to U.S. degrees by a certified U.S. credential review service (course by course of the transcripts) MUST also be submitted. (See below for a list of suggested services that provide foreign degree equivalency evaluation to U.S. degrees).

Note: Some positions may require additional documents and/or certificates, in addition to the items listed above. Please refer to the job announcement.

OTHER APPLICANT INFORMATION

1. Only complete application materials will be considered. No exceptions.
2. Letters of Recommendation are NOT required and will not be forwarded to the hiring committee.
3. Upon hire the successful candidate must provide the required documents of identity and authorization to work and attest he/she is authorized to work in the United States.
4. Application materials become the property of the District and will not be returned or duplicated.
5. Travel expenses to attend the interview are the responsibility of the candidate.
6. Meeting the minimum qualifications does NOT assure an interview.
7. The District may re-advertise, delay, choose not to fill the position, or choose to fill more than one position.

*Suggested services that provide foreign degree equivalency evaluation to U.S. degrees:*

Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, Inc.
Website: http://www.acei-global.org/

Education Records Evaluation Services
Website: www.eres.com

International Education Research Foundation
Website: http://www.ierf.org/

World Education Services
Website: www.wes.org