Custodial Foreman

Savannah State University established in 1890, is the first public historically black college or university in the state of Georgia and the first institution of higher learning in the city of Savannah. The university's students select majors from four colleges — Business Administration, Education, Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, and Sciences and Technology. The campus is by far the most picturesque in the state of Georgia. The moss-laden sweeping oak trees, expansive marsh and historic architecture create a resplendent yet tranquil atmosphere. Beneath the beauty and splendor is a vibrant residential campus bursting at the seams with the vim and vigor of quality collegiate life: relevant academic majors, engaging lectures, cutting-edge research, quality student-faculty engagement and a nurturing environment.

Reporting to the Director of Facilities, the Custodial Foreperson is a supervisory position and is responsible for overseeing a clean and healthy environment for the University's facilities. The Foreperson supervises up to 30 employees (institutional and contractors) by performing safe critical custodial tasks. The incumbent maintains department expectations of providing high quality and consistent service by supervising, scheduling, and training the custodial work force. The Custodial Foreperson maintains positive and professional relationships with facility occupants and staff, working in designated buildings. This position works around equipment/machinery, and stands on different surfaces; walks extensively, and climbs stairs. The incumbent plans, organizes, and directs all aspects of the daytime custodial program. This position supervises custodial training and inspection programs, schedules and coordinates all custodial assignments, and ensures custodial conditions are maintained at optimum levels at all times. The incumbent may be directed to perform job-related duties other than those specifically delineated in this description.

NOTE: In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not offer sponsorship for employment visas.

• Inspect assigned buildings, areas and work assignments to ensure standards of cleanliness are maintained and all custodial requests are properly addressed
• Prepare annual performance evaluations for subordinate personnel
• Attend all supervisory management meetings
• Respond to and supervise after hours specialized cleaning and/or emergency needs when notified by Facilities Management, Housing Management and University Police
• Perform cleaning duties for absent workers
• Plan, assign, and supervise work of custodians in the care of cleaning campus facilities and areas to ensure university policies, departmental procedures, and safety rules are properly followed
• Submit daily report to senior leadership verifying completion of work requests and indicating new and/or outstanding requests
• Participate in interviews, new employee orientations, and new training for employees
• Ensure all custodial equipment is being properly maintained, utilized and stored.
• Report and deliver defective equipment to maintenance department
• Leads meetings with custodial staff
• Monitor inventory and supplies
• Verify payroll data and keep track of subordinates' vacation and annual leave
• Recommend changes to policies and/or procedures as needed

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid state issued driver¿s license
• Five (5) years of cleaning, custodial/janitorial experience
• Must be able to work variable shifts and overtime at different locations
• Working knowledge of cleaning equipment and cleaning processes, tools, of the trade, methods used for specialized cleaning and safety cleaning precautions, and chemicals
• Must be able to lift at least 15 pounds
• Must be able to operate tools and utilizing cleaning chemical according to safe work practices.
  

Two (2) years of Custodial/Janitorial supervisory experience

The proposed salary range is $41,000.00 - $45,000.00 annually.

• Knowledge of various cleaning supplies, materials, and chemicals Ability to supervise, organize, and communicate effectively
• Skilled in operating cleaning equipment
• Skilled in customer service
• Skilled in leadership and supervising others
• Ability to maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with others
• Ability to cooperate with fellow employees as a team member
Ability to bend, stoop, load, carry, ascend/descend stairs, climb ladder (up to 10 to 12 feet above the floor), push and pull

Review of applications will begin upon receipt. For best consideration, apply before March 31, 2025.

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources at hr@savannahstate.edu. For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email support@usg.edu.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Savannah State University's Core Values: T.I.G.E.R

• Teamwork is our distinction. Through mutual support, cooperation, encouragement, and shared goals, we at SSU believe that by working together, our university family of students, faculty, staff, alums and community supporters are serving and advancing our institution.
• Integrity as we will act honestly, fairly, impartially, unbiased and ethically, creating a trust that is evident in all University activities and decision-making.
• Greatness in our transformation and wisdom as we maximize the potential in each student through a nurturing environment in which our resources are safeguarded, and we are good stewards of the human, intellectual, physical, and fiscal resources given to our care.
• Excellence is our campus standard. Through the performance of campus duties, a commitment to the greatness of teaching and learning, scholarship, student engagement, stewardship and tradition, SSU will continue to be the catalyst for innovation and discovery.
• Respect through recognizing the inherent dignity and rights of every person. We will do our utmost to fulfill our resulting responsibility to treat each person with fairness, compassion and decency.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Savannah State University, as determined by Savannah State University, its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG). The Board of Regents prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure, shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for all such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the individual is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution's ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.

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• Applicants must include a list containing the name, e-mail address and telephone number for three (3) professional references (e.g. supervisor, mentor, colleague).