Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Foreperson Custodial Services
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Facilities/Environmental/Maintenance
Department	IPO-Envir. Services-New Bruns.
Overview	The Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O) employs a workforce of approximately 2,700 staff, represented by 15 collective negotiations agreements, and is responsible for institutional strategic initiatives and operations, which encompasses an expansive range of comprehensive service and business operations across the State of New Jersey. These include planning and construction, facilities, public safety and emergency operations, environmental health and safety, transportation, housing, and auxiliary/retail operations.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Foreperson Custodial Services. Under the general supervision io the Operations Area Manager, plans, directs and coordinates all of the custodial responsibilities of a campus sector. Reviews, evaluates, revises and implements custodial procedures to optimize all functions and services rendered. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Instructs and supervises a group of custodians and group leaders in cleaning and general maintenance duties to assure satisfactory application of all cleaning standards on a daily basis through scheduling and supervision. Interacts with Building Coordinators and vendors on a regular basis and during special events, sports events, concerts and graduation to ensure proper cleaning and set-ups and the satisfactory completion of all tasks. Ensures employee safety by conducting safety meetings, outlining safety policies and procedures for staff, and performs routine testing of all equipment and products. Hires, trains and supervises staff in the performance of their job responsibilities. Interprets university policies at the first line supervisory level. Responsible for conducting Step One grievances that arise in their work group. Responsible for coordinating, inspecting and accepting contract services in his/her area of responsibility. Maintains requisite records accurately. Employee may be subject to mandatory overtime. Performs other duties as assigned.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	03
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	44831.000
Annual Mid Range Salary	55743.000
Annual Maximum Salary	66655.000
Standard Hours	40.00
Union Description	URA-AFT Administrative
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview . Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	PERS

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	High school education; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Three years experience in a custodial services field in a lead role is required.
Certifications/Licenses	Valid driver’s license, two years driving experience, and successful completion of the Rutgers Defensive Driving course.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Must have good communication skills and computer literacy in Microsoft Office software and in industry related standard software.
Preferred Qualifications	Associate’s degree preferred. NEHA certification preferred.
Equipment Utilized	Groupwise Email; Microsoft Word, Excel; RIAS; AIM work order management system
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Effective interpersonal, planning and supervisory skills are required. Must be able to lift and carry up to 35 pounds and be physically able to shovel snow and work outside during all seasons.
Special Conditions	Clean Driving Record

Posting Details

Posting Number	23ST1404
Posting Open Date	05/25/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	College Ave (RU-New Brunswick)
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

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