What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housekeeping Worker SDB00093 position at VA School for the Deaf & Blind?
Title: Housekeeping Worker SDB00093
State Role Title: Housekeeping Apparel Worker I
Hiring Range: $31,200 - $39,000
Pay Band: 1
Agency: VA School for the Deaf & Blind
Location: VA School for Deaf & Blind
Agency Website: http://www.vsdb.k12.va.us
Recruitment Type:
Job Duties
Why choose VSDB?
✔ Great comprehensive benefit package including:
✔ Ample paid time off including more than 15 holidays
✔ Low cost medical, dental and vision insurance
✔ Free life insurance
✔ Supportive and positive team setting
Responsibilities include:
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Maintenance of supplies and equipment in facilities
- Floor care
- Trash removal and sanitation
- Identifying and reporting work area deficiencies and taking appropriate corrective action
Minimum Qualifications
Working knowledge and experience in performing residential space cleaning
Ability to give and receive instruction in verbal and in written form
Proficiency level of “Novice” in American Sign Language as measured by the Sign Language
Proficiency Scale or agreement to acquire the specified level within three years
Current CPR/First Aid certification or must obtain following school policy
Ability to understand safety, sanitation and cleanliness needs
Willingness to work alternate schedules
Additional Considerations
Working knowledge of the operation of manual and power cleaning equipment preferred
Working knowledge of classroom and office space cleaning tasks preferred
Working knowledge of commercial (non-industrial) cleaning tasks preferred
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
If selected as a finalist with VSDB, candidates can expect the following:
Background Investigation Requirements: All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); the Department of Social Service’s Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check; verification of education (relevant to employment); and other checks based on the position.
Application Requirements: Application and/or résumé for this position are only accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. All applications should be submitted by 11:55pm on the closing date for the position. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from the electronic application and/or résumé.
Layoff Preferences: Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.
VSDB is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.
VSDB values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply.
Contact Information
Name: Jody Beelendorf
Phone: 540-332-9069
Email: jody.beelendorf@vsdbs.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $31,200 - $39,000
