Quality Control Specialist, Residential Life

Department

Residential Life

Job Posting Title

Quality Control Specialist, Residential Life

Job Description

The Quality Control Specialist for Residential Life is responsible for ensuring the cleanliness, safety, and overall quality of the Residential Life buildings at Fort Hays State University. This position performs routine visual inspections of all community spaces and individual rooms within the residence halls, initiates necessary work orders, and performs cleaning tasks when required. The role also includes managing and reporting on maintenance and cleanliness issues to ensure a safe and welcoming living environment for all residents. The Quality Control Specialist will be required to complete mold certification within one year of hire and will report directly to the Director of Residential Life.

Key Responsibilities :

• Conduct weekly visual inspections of community spaces (lounges, kitchens, hallways, etc.).
• Conduct regular inspections of individual student rooms, including cleaning visible pipes, to ensure cleanliness and functionality.
• Identify issues related to cleanliness, maintenance, and safety and take corrective actions, including performing cleaning tasks or submitting work orders for necessary repairs.
• Monitor and assess building conditions, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, including identifying potential mold risks.
• Submit detailed reports on the status of the facilities, noting any recurring issues or concerns.
• Coordinate with custodial and maintenance staff to ensure timely resolution of submitted work orders.
• Maintain clear communication with the Director of Residential Life regarding building quality and resident satisfaction.
• Complete mold certification training within one year of employment to handle mold-related inspections and issues.
• Provide support during peak periods, including move-in and move-out, to ensure smooth transitions for residents.
• Assist in maintaining an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, ensuring availability for necessary tasks.
• Must be able to lift 50 lb
• Must be able to climb a ladder.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Wage : $20.00 / hour

Benefits : To review out competitive benefit package, please visit FHSU Benefits.

Appointment Date : Start date to be determined after acceptance of an offer and completion of a criminal background check.

Deadline : Review of applications will begin on March 10, 2025 and continue until the position has been filled.

Required Application Documents : Applicants must submit a resume, and names and contact information for three professional references.

Applicant documents should be submitted in one PDF.

Application Process : To apply for this position, please visit FHSU Careers. Only electronic applications submitted through the webpage will be accepted.

For questions regarding the position, contact RJ Schnack at rcschnack@fhsu.edu.

Community of Hays

FHSU is located in Hays, a vibrant college town of approximately 20,000, located halfway between Kansas City and Denver on Interstate 70. Hays is the regional center for education, health care, professional services, shopping, culture, and recreation for the western half of Kansas. The community boasts excellent recreational programs and facilities, including the comprehensive Center for Health Improvement, Hays Aquatic Park, Smoky Hill Country Club, Hays Municipal Golf Course, and extensive walking, running, and biking trails. Hays is within 45 minutes of two large lakes that offer great opportunities for boating, fishing, and camping. The Hays Municipal Airport provides connecting service to Denver with several flights daily. The Hays community is home to excellent Pre-K and K-12, public and private schools. With over 60 restaurants, major retail outlets, a low unemployment rate, and very short commute times, the city provides a safe, welcoming, low-cost, high-quality living environment for the residents who call "Hays, America" home.

Notice of Non-discrimination - Fort Hays State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, national origin, color, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or veteran status.

Background Check : Final candidate will have consented to and successfully completed a criminal background check.

Notice to KPERS retirees applying for a position : Recent legislation changes working-after-retirement rules for both you and your employer if you go back to work for a KPERS employer. Please contact your KPERS representative or www.kpers.org for further information on how this might affect you.

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