Special Services Foreperson

This is a supervisory position responsible for training, instructing, scheduling, supervising, evaluating, and assisting special services staff in the performance of duties. Assists with providing transportation services as needed. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Manager of Transportation & Special Services.

1. Schedules special services staff appropriately to ensure adequate coverage.
2. Assists special services staff in performing assigned duties including, but not limited to, trash disposal and campus sanitation, general asphalt and/or concrete work, heavy equipment operation, custodial and housekeeping duties, basic grounds work, event set-up and break-down, and general labor.
3. Trains, supervises, and evaluates assigned staff.
4. Assists in planning, coordinating, and supervising asphalt/paving projects, street and parking lot maintenance and repair projects, and small construction projects.
5. Updates information in the departmental work management system.
6. Reviews, ensures the accuracy of, and approves time records for assigned staff.
7. Communicates with departments to assess overall customer satisfaction with services rendered.
8. Assists with conducting inventory reviews of equipment and tools. Maintains and monitors inventory, including overseeing proper use.
9. Operates assigned equipment in a safe manner and in adherence with university policies and local, state, and federal laws.
10. Oversees the utilization of safe working practices. Identifies and reports potential hazards.
11. Participates in internal and external trainings to ensure work is performed safely and effectively.

1. Drives road bus and/or shuttle bus and transports passengers to designated local and/or distant points as needed.
2. Serves as back up to other departmental staff when assigned.
3. Performs other related duties as assigned.

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

1. Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, university policies and procedures.
2. Knowledge of standard methods, practices, tools, and equipment of sanitation and refuse removal, general construction, paving, and street construction and maintenance.
3. Knowledge of cleaning techniques and procedures.
4. Skill in the use and operation of standard tools and equipment of the profession, including light and heavy equipment.
5. Ability to use computer applications including spreadsheet, database, and word processing software.
6. Ability to perform maintenance, to follow instructions, and to interpret drawings and diagrams.
7. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
8. Ability to learn office and university-specific software.
9. Ability to train and supervise others.
10. Ability to set priorities and complete assignments on time.
11. Ability to obtain a Texas driver’s license, SFA permit, and van certification prior to employment.
12. Ability to obtain and maintain commercial driver’s license (CDL) with passenger endorsement.
13. Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
14. Physical condition adequate to permit full performance of duties.

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Five years of related experience is required. Supervisory experience is required. Experience in sanitation, general construction, and asphalt and concrete work is required. Must obtain a State of Texas class “B” provisional commercial driver’s license prior to employment; must be able to obtain a class “B” commercial driver’s license with “P” passenger endorsement within two weeks of employment.

Experience with computer-aided design and drafting software is preferred.

This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check.
This is a safety-sensitive position subject to drug and alcohol testing.
This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer and Network Security policy.

This position is eligible for participation in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.

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