What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodial Supervisor I position at State of Delaware?
Introduction
Make a Difference with DHSS
Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas.
We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSS is a great place to kick-start your profession.
For more information, please visit https://dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/ today!
Summary Statement
Essential Functions
- Performs custodial work using protective and other equipment and techniques in compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures promoting safety and health of clients, visitors, property, or institutions.
- Cleans walls, floors, carpets and other interior building components by mopping, scrubbing, waxing, and shampooing or vacuuming.
- Uses brooms, wet or dry mops, ladders, brushes, scrapers, pails or buckets, and mixtures of water and chemical solutions or disinfectant.
- Dusts and polishes furniture and fixtures, and cleans windows, glass partitions, or mirrors using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, or squeegees.
- Empties and cleans wastebaskets, garbage containers, and ashtrays and may sweep sidewalks and patios, shovel snow, and pick up trash. Transports trash to disposal area.
- Cleans and disinfects a variety of surfaces, areas, and equipment such as bathrooms, kitchens, and kitchen appliances, or client, clinic, or examination rooms.
- Maintains, replenishes, or replaces various supplies such as light bulbs, soap, paper, or linens.
- Moves and arranges furniture and hangs drapes and window shades.
- Uses automated information systems and computer software to enter, update, modify, delete, retrieve, or report on data.
- Operates a variety of mechanical custodial equipment such as vacuums, scrubbers, carpet shampooers, and buffers.
- Completes and maintains competency in required training.
- Communicates and interacts effectively with people across cultures, ranges of ability, genders, ethnicities, ages, and races.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Job Requirements
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
- Six months' experience in performing institutional or office custodial work.
- Knowledge of record keeping.
- Knowledge of staff supervision acquired through course work, academic training, training provided through an employer, or performing as a lead worker overseeing the work of others; OR supervising staff which may include planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others; OR supervising through subordinate supervisors a group of professional, technical, and clerical employees.
Conditions of Hire
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our Job Seeker Resources.
DHSS does not provide employment-based sponsorship.
Pre-employment Drug Testing: Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre-employment drug testing as part of the hiring process.Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.
Upon a conditional offer, the applicant must undergo a pre-employment base line two step tuberculin skin test (TST) as part of the hiring process.
This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicable terms and conditions of employment, in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapter 13 and 16. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms.
Benefits
To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/
Selection Process
The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.
Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.
Accommodations
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.
The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
