What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodial Services Coordinator position at Department of Administrative Services?
Initial Posting Date:
04/07/2025
Application Deadline:
04/17/2025
Agency:
Department of Administrative Services
Salary Range:
$3,429 - $4,207
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Custodial Services Coordinator
Job Description:
Custodial Services Coordinator
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 5:00am-1:30pm
Location: Portland State Office Building (800 NE Oregon St)
Join our team and help keep Oregon’s buildings clean, safe, and welcoming!
The
Department of Administrative Services
(DAS) is looking for a Custodial Services Coordinator to join our Portland team!
What You’ll Do
As the Custodial Services Coordinator, you’ll plan, organize, and guide the daily work of custodial staff. You’ll help make sure our buildings are clean, safe, and well-maintained, places where people want to work and visit. You’ll also pitch in with hands-on cleaning when needed and work closely with both custodial staff and building tenants to solve problems and improve service.
A Day in the Life:
- Assign daily cleaning tasks to your team
- Check that buildings are clean and safe
- Help clean when needed (sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, restrooms, etc.)
- Train new team members on safe cleaning practices
- Keep track of cleaning supplies and order more when needed
- Work with building staff to solve problems or handle requests
- Respond to urgent cleaning needs or safety concerns
You’ll start each day in our Portland building and may travel to other locations nearby.
Working Conditions
- You’ll be on your feet most of the shift, walking or standing
- You’ll lift and move trash bins, use vacuums and carts (up to 50 lbs)
- You’ll bend, twist, reach, and sometimes climb ladders
- Some outdoor work is required—even in bad weather
- You’ll use cleaning products and follow safety procedures (gear provided)
- Shifts may vary depending on the assignment
Occasional work may be done at the State Police Forensics Lab. You may be exposed to materials used in forensic, environmental, or medical labs. This may include items that have come into contact with body fluids or materials from deceased individuals. While performing duties in these areas, you will always be accompanied by trained forensic or medical staff, and proper safety protocols will be followed.
What We Are Looking For
Minimum Qualifications:
Two years of experience in custodial services work.
Special Qualifications:
You are required to possess and maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the state where you reside.
Desired Attributes:
- Experience leading a team or organizing work for others in a job setting.
- Clear and professional communication in both writing and speaking.
- Strong attention to detail and pride in doing high-quality, thorough work.
- Ability to manage time well, stay organized, and meet daily deadlines.
- Basic mechanical ability, such as using and fixing custodial tools or equipment.
- Understanding of safety practices, including handling cleaning supplies safely.
- Customer service experience, especially helping people or solving complaints.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
At DAS, we support all of Oregon’s state agencies. We keep the state running smoothly by managing buildings, technology, finances, and more. When you work here, your work helps every Oregonian. DAS focuses closely on collaboration to support fellow teammates, while ensuring safety and looking for ways to innovate.
At DAS, we support all of Oregon’s state agencies. We keep the state running smoothly by managing buildings, technology, finances, and more. When you work here, your work helps every Oregonian. DAS focuses closely on collaboration to support fellow teammates, while ensuring safety and looking for ways to innovate.
Our amazing
benefits
include:- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family.
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 11 paid holidays annually.
- 3 personal business days each year.
- 8 hours of sick leave accrued monthly.
- Progressive vacation leave that grows with your years of service.
- Additional Benefits: Life insurance, short- and long-term disability, deferred compensation savings plans, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare.
- Wellness: Resources to support work-life balance, health, and overall satisfaction.
- Career Growth Opportunities: Access to professional development and advancement to build your career with the State of Oregon.
- Get There
- Oregon’s easy-to-use carpool matching tool and trip planner.
- Student Loan Forgiveness: As a state employee, you may qualify for thePublic Service Loan Forgiveness(PSLF) program, helping you achieve financial freedom while making a difference.
How to Apply
Ready to join our team? Here’s how to apply:
- External Applicants: Click on the “Apply” link and submit your application. Please make sure to include a current resume. View thisvideofor help.
- Current State of Oregon employees: Apply via your employee Workday account. Include a current resume. View thisknowledge articlefor help.
- Please ensure that you clearly demonstrate in your application materials that you meet the qualifications listed and that you follow all instructions carefully. Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date will be considered.
- This announcement is for one permanent, full-time, SEIU-represented Custodial Services Coordinator position. This recruitment may be used to fill current vacancies.
- Applicants with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process. For assistance regarding reasonable accommodation or for alternative format please contact Cassie Graham, cassie.graham@das.oregon.gov, 503-949-6169.
Additional Details
- Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.
- Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
- Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For more information, please visitVeterans Resources.
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The Department of Administrative Services is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity. At the Department of Administrative Services, we embody the value of hiring a workforce representative of the communities we serve, understanding that a diverse workforce revitalizes our state. We value diversity and foster a positive and welcoming environment where all employees can thrive.
