Department: Facilities

Classification: Housekeeping & Apparel Wkr 2

Job Category: Classified Staff

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)

Location: Arlington, VA

Workplace Type: On Site Required

Pay Band: 02

Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience

Criminal Background Check: Yes

About the Department:

George Mason University Facilities ensures a quality physical environment supporting the mission of the university. We will be the technical and business experts of choice with the total trust and confidence of our students, faculty and staff.

About the Position:

Want to work at a lively college campus in the heart of Arlington? Then start a new job as a State employee of Virginia. We've got the work. We have a great team. Now, we need an additional team member to contribute to our busy environment. We want someone who is reliable, takes pride in their work, and will make a noticeable contribution to the educational facilities at George Mason University. Your manager can trust that you will get the job done.

George Mason's Facilities department is committed to providing a safe, functional, and clean community experience at the university. So, what's in it for you?

Great benefits for you...

• Lots of leave, including paid annual leave, paid holidays, paid sick leave, paid two-week winter break ( please note - the break employees often receive during the holiday season is not regularly guaranteed and is subject to annual approval);
• Tuition exemption and professional development;
• Commuter Choice Transit Benefit;
• Virginia Retirement System Hybrid Plan; and
• Patriot Perks discounts to restaurants, events, and more!

For you and your family...

• Health/dental/vision benefits; and
• Tuition dependent benefit (restrictions apply).

We know, it's a good gig. Here's what the job looks like....

Responsibilities:

The Lead Housekeeper (Nights) performs general custodial services as directed within the campus. Serves as the supervisor when required, including during dedicated shifts and during the supervisor's absence. Leads a team of housekeepers in the absence of the supervisor and reviews and inspects work and reports any issues to the supervisor.

• Cleans common areas, classrooms, hallways, and stairwells, moves and spot clean furniture, shampoos carpets, strips, waxes and buff floors;
• Cleans offices and classrooms to include desks, dusting, window ledges, window glass, furniture, doors, vacuuming, white boards and emptying trash;
• Cleans and restocks bathrooms, removes trash (daily),
• Reports all matters of safety to the appropriate supervisor;
• Communicates to supervisor the need for additional cleaning supplies to maintain the appropriate level in respective housekeeping closets;
• Establishes and maintains a positive and operative working relationship with members of the department and the campus community;
• Effectively performs in a service environment;
• Follows all State, University and departmental policies, procedures and practices;
• Performs all duties listed with minimal supervision, and with a high level of quality. Work performed should be completed within acceptable timeframe. If inspected after work is completed, there should be no complaints about the work performed;
• All reports to supervisor should be complete, within appropriate timeframe to maintain safety of staff and students and for the successful completion of all duties; and
• May be required to work additional hours in the event of an emergency. This may require reporting to work early, staying late, and/or working weekends. Employee is also designated as "Essential Personnel." All essential personnel employees are required to report for snow removal or other emergency when assigned. Complies with the policy pursuant to the designated title of "Essential Personnel"; and
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired;
• Knowledge of cleaning terms and safety procedures related to hazardous cleaning chemicals;
• Ability to read, understand and abide by all safety policies and procedures;
• Ability to read and follow cleaning instructions and schedules;
• Ability to practice effective oral communication skills with students, faculty and staff;
• Ability to work independently, without close supervision; and
• Ability to remain calm during stress periods.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; and
• Experience in use of mechanical cleaning equipment.

Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration, applicants must apply for Lead Housekeeper (Nights) at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a resume.

Posting Open Date: June 4, 2024

For Full Consideration, Apply by: June 18, 2024

Open Until Filled?: Yes

Mason Ad Statement

Mason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students and faculty from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in over 200 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Rooted in Mason's diversity is a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to both collaborate and create.

If you are interested in joining the Mason family take a look at our current opportunities and catch some Mason spirit at jobs.gmu.edu/!

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Equity Statement

George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.

Campus Safety Information

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