Housekeeping Supervisor

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Branch Director, the Housekeeping Supervisor is responsible for keeping the Branches and the included childcare sites clean, safe and attractive. This is accomplished through proactive supervision of housekeeping employees while maintaining a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform general housekeeping duties, including sweeping, mopping floors, windows, cleaning of bathrooms and locker rooms, running of housekeeping equipment and other miscellaneous cleaning as needed
• Conduct daily inspections of building to ensure expectations are being met by the housekeeping team; follow through on all expectations and on all task that need to be accomplished; ensure effective use of time, labor, and materials
• Provide leadership, training and direction to the housekeeping team, coordinate work/tasks of the housekeeping staff and address needs for absences and vacations
• Hire, train and supervise assigned staff; monitor and approve timesheets/cards for assigned staff
• Assist with purchasing of supplies for department
• Oversee compliance with regulations regarding safety data sheets
• Develops an effective team by training employees on proper methods and techniques
• Establish/maintains work performance standards
• Submits reports pertaining to equipment, supplies, expenses, and general housekeeping activities
• Performs quality, services, safety inspections, monitors employees for proper use of PPE, supplies and equipment
• Assists with supply selection, budget, inventory records, and reports
• Performs other duties as assigned

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteer and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fundraising.

Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others.

Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience. Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work, and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.

Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths, and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to read and interpret instructions, procedures, manuals, and other documents
• 3-5 years of custodial services with experience
• Previous supervision experience preferred
• Must possess a valid driver’s license

CERTIFICATIONS:

• Bloodborne Pathogens/Child Abuse Prevention every year

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• Sufficient physical strength and agility to carry out essential duties
• Ability to erect and stand on ladders and platforms at heights up to 30 feet
• Ability to work with paint, cleaning equipment, chemical compounds, solvents, cleaners, and solutions in dry, liquid, powder, spray, and aerosol forms
• Ability to paint, clean equipment, and operate motorized equipment as needed
• Ability to work in conditions that will create dirt and dust
• Ability to perform essential maintenance to facility or equipment which may involve, but not limited to the following activities: semi – reaching to full-reach overhead; crouching; kneeling; shoveling; carrying, working in narrow and/or confining spaces: underground, overhead, and at ground level; twisting of the waist, shoulders, and legs; and lying on stomach and/or back

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: THE YMCA WELCOMES A DIVERSE WORKFORCE