Custodial Manager I:
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Performs moderately complex (journey-level) custodial supervisory work. The Custodial Manager I, provides general guidance and direction to their assigned team of custodians. They perform Quality Control inspections of housekeeping services to assigned buildings, checking for appropriate use and storage of cleaning chemicals and equipment. Reports unsafe conditions and provides feedback on unit(s) cleanliness, housekeeping/maintenance needs, and supply inventory. Actively participates in the hiring, training, and performance management of assigned team. Ensures the unit(s) is ready for inspection by internal and external agencies. Supervises the work of others. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.
Essential Job Functions:
Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
Performs routine inspections on assigned units and corrects deficiencies and provides feedback to the assigned custodians.
Prepares reports of work activities and organizes job tasks, seeking assistance from their supervisor, when needed.
Monitors employee performance, providing employees with performance feedback and on-the-job training as required or requested. Conducts employee performance evaluations on assigned custodians.
Participates in the interviewing process, hiring process and exit process on new or separating employees, exercises hiring and termination authority. Ensures vacancies are filled as soon as possible so that the workload can be assigned and distributed equitably.
Ensures supply inventory is maintained on assigned unit(s) and emphasizes to the assigned custodians the importance of maintaining the supply inventory.
Ensures staff comply with Environmental Services standard operating procedures.
Represents the Environmental Services department on ad hoc committees as requested.
Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.
Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Knowledge of cleaning techniques and procedures of inventory control principles and methods.
Knowledge of housekeeping services, procedures, chemical usage and equipment.
Skills in the use of custodial materials, chemicals, and operating equipment.
Skills in inspecting work areas.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to plan, organize and supervise the work of others.
Ability to prioritize job tasks.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
Registration or Licensure Requirements:
Must possess a valid Texas driver license or obtain it no later than 90 days after hire date to drive a state vehicle. Applicants with an out-of-state driver license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure. Eligible driving record required based on HHSC Fleet Management policy.
Initial Selection Criteria:
Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent is generally preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another.
Two (2) years’ experience in a supervisory/leadership role.
Additional Information:
Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aid, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct, and HHS OIG list of Excluded Individuals/Entities.
Males between the ages of 18-25 must be registered with the Selective Service.
All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility. Waco Center for Youth applicants must be 21 years of age.
Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours.
Compliance with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital operating procedures related to immunizations is required. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, healthcare workers are at significant risk for acquiring or transmitting hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella (chicken pox), tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), and influenza. All these diseases are vaccine preventable. Vaccines may be provided. As a result, state hospital policy requires employees be vaccinated according to their level of contact with individuals. In the event you choose to not be immunized for the influenza virus, you may be required to wear a mask and take other protective measures.
If you need assistance completing the online application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747.
HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.
MOS Code:
No direct military equivalents
Note: There may be no military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk at http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/JobDescriptions.aspx.
HHS agencies use E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.
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