Seasonal Hall Residence Custodian

Job Description

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Months Per Year: 9

Hours Per Week: 24 - 40

Employment Status: Part-Time

Work Model: N/A (Faculty or Temps)

Seattle University will be one of the most innovative and progressive Jesuit and Catholic universities in the world, educating with excellence at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels. We embrace an intersectional framework for defining diversity in its broadest sense, including differences in gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, generational history, culture, socioeconomic class, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, political perspectives, geographic origin and physical ability. Seattle University strives to be a welcome, open and safe campus climate for all who learn, live and work at Seattle University.

Seattle University's Core Competencies

• Effective Team Collaboration: Works harmoniously with others towards a common goal, leveraging individual strengths to achieve shared objectives.
• Emotionally Intelligent Communication: Engages in a skillful exchange of information, thoughts, and feelings, verbally and non-verbally.
• Ethics and Integrity: Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to honesty, professionalism, and alignment with our Jesuit mission in all actions and decisions.
• Flexibility and Innovation: Embraces change, approaching problems with curiosity adaptability, and is committed to making a positive impact.
• Mindful Inclusion: Fosters mindful inclusion by consciously creating a workplace that celebrates differences, embraces cultural humility, and empowers uniqueness.
• Outcomes-Driven Orientation: Sets clear objectives, pursues excellence, and delivers measurable outcomes while upholding Jesuit Catholic values.

Position Description

This is a seasonal, temporary role supporting the university's residence halls by delivering essential custodial services. The position plays a key role in preparing and maintaining living spaces for summer events and on-campus guests, ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for all residents.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Duties:

• Vacuum, dust, and clean assigned areas, including walls, mirrors, and windows.
• Collect and properly dispose of trash and recyclables.
• Perform floor care as needed, including sweeping, scrubbing, stripping, and sealing surfaces.
• Assist with setting up chairs, tables, and staging rooms and common areas for events and student housing needs.
• Support general custodial duties to maintain clean, safe, and welcoming environments.

Qualifications

• Ability to work the assigned schedule, including required hours and days.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions given in English.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds as needed.
• Previous custodial or cleaning experience preferred.
• Must successfully pass a background check as a condition of employment.

Application Instructions

Please attach a cover letter with your resume when applying. Job postings are open until filled, unless otherwise specified.

Compensation at a Glance

Salary Range: $22.00 per hour

Seattle University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, and not based on a candidate's gender or any other protected status.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. Seattle University provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your total compensation package.

Benefits at a Glance

Consistent with its fundamental Jesuit values, Seattle University offers a wide range of benefits designed to care for the whole person. Choose from three different medical plans, a dental, and vision insurance programs. Protect your income with life, short & long-term disability coverage. Plan for your future with up to a 10% employer contribution for retirement benefits, comprised of a 5% nonelective employer contribution and an additional dollar-for-dollar match of your voluntary contributions up to a maximum of 5%. You may also take advantage of 100% paid tuition benefits for the employee and dependents, a subsidized transportation benefit, a wellness program with free access to an onsite fitness facility, and a wide variety of campus events. Enjoy a generous holiday schedule, including a paid Holiday break closure in December, vacation and paid sick leave, and paid community service leave. For more information explore the Benefits website.

All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.