Custodial Specialist

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy:

• Job Posting closes: Open until filled

Department of Administration, Office of Facilities and Property Management

https://www.admin.ks.gov/offices/facilities-property-management

About the Position:

• Who can apply: Anyone
• Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
• Full/Part-time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Work Schedule: See below
• Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
• Veterans’ Preference Eligible: Yes

Compensation:

• Hourly Pay: $15.03

Employment Benefits:

• First day of employment coverage under the State Employee Health Plan (SEHP) for medical and prescription drug coverage and dental plan.
• Additional voluntary options including vision, hospital indemnity, accident and critical illness insurance plans and flexible spending accounts.
• SEHP members and their covered family members have access to the HealthQuest Health Center at 9th and Kansas Avenue in Topeka for in person and virtual health care services.
• Sick & Vacation leave
• Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
• Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
• Employee discounts with the STAR Program
• Retirement and deferred compensation programs

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information

Position Summary & Responsibilities:

We have several positions with various work hours available. Work hours are 6:30 am to 3:00 pm and 10:00 am to 6:30 pm.

We also have positions on 2nd shift in the Statehouse. Work hours are 4:00 pm to 12:30 am. These positions in the Statehouse receive shift differential.

Performs custodial cleaning tasks in a "team cleaning" environment. Small teams of employees working together to complete required cleaning assignments by using the proper methods, materials, and equipment to maintain the cleaning standards. Dusts, polishes, vacuums, cleans carpet, cleans wipe boards, cleans walls, empties waste cans, removes recycling items, and clean fixtures. Work is performed by using vacuum cleaners, micro-fiber wet and dry applications, carpet extractors, rotary floor machines, auto scrubbers, wet-vacs and cleaning chemicals.

Cleans restrooms thoroughly to obtain sanitized and stocked restrooms for the public, state employees, and elected officials use. Cleans halls, stairs, inside/outside entries and elevators located inside the building along with parking garage elevators to preserve and maintain building first impression areas by following pre-established procedures.

Performs simple, non-skilled maintenance on custodial equipment by replacing bags, filters, checking batteries and tires. Participates in a variety of special projects/tasks by volunteering or as designated by supervisor directed at promoting and fostering an attitude of cooperation and teamwork towards co-workers and Division customers.

Minimum Qualifications:

None required.

Physical Requirement

Ability to life and/or negotiate the movement of 50 pounds.

Recruiter Contact Information:

• Name: Kim Warren
• Email: dofapersonnel@ks.gov
• Mailing Address: Department of Administration Personnel Office, 900 SW Jackson, Room 401-N, Topeka, KS 66612

Job Application Process

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• Complete or update your contact information on the Careers> My Contact Information page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
• Upload required documents listed below for the Careers> My Job Applications page.
• Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and Submit when it is complete.
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• Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.
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Required documents for this application to be complete:

Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page:

• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)

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How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans’ Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.

Learn more about claiming Veteran’s Preference

How to Claim Disability Hiring Preference

Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.

Learn more about claiming Disability Hiring Preference at the following link: Disability Hiring Preference | Kansas Department of Administration (ks.gov)

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the recruiter.