Housekeeper
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA
Full-time
Housekeeping / Janitorial
Posted on April 5, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Working Title
Housekeeper
Position Number
HR4233
Department
WEBB CTR OP COST
Location
Norfolk, VA
Type of Position
Hourly
Type of Job
Hourly/Wage
EEO Category
H Service/Maintenance
Job Description
Maintain a high level of cleanliness and order in the university center by performing a variety of cleaning tasks and meeting room set-ups. Strive to achieve perfection in supporting student activities and programs, meetings, and special events. Provide high-level customer service and up hold Webb Center staffs work values.
Type of Recruitment
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Working knowledge of institutional cleaning methods and equipment operation. Demonstrate the ability to properly operate a variety of housekeeping cleaning equipment, which may include but not be limited to (floor polishers, vacuums, shampoo machines, wet/dry vacuums, brushes, burnisher and auto scrubber). Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. Ability to work cooperatively with co-workers and customers. Ability to read and write.
Special licenses, registration or certification
None
Education or training
None
Level and type of experience
Some custodial experience in office, school or institutional setting.
Additional Considerations (supplemental knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification)
None
Conditions of Employment
Hourly (wage) employees are restricted to working 29 hours per week on average or 1500 hours in total in the May 1 – April 30 period. This position does not have health insurance, retirement or leave.
Employee may be required to work when the university is closed.
There are multiple positions open on the evening and night shifts. Evening
shift runs from 3:30 – 10:00 p.m. and night shift from 11:00 p.m. – 5:30 a.m.
Weekdays vary.
This is an open until filled recruitment. This recruitment may close after the five-day required posting period when a suitable pool of applicants has been generated.
Annual Salary/Hourly Rate
Salary non-negotiable $ - 15/hour
Posting Detail Information
Job Requisition Number
S02555
Job Open To
General Public
Open Date
03/04/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions Summary
Must complete the entire application with current and prior positions, to
include dates of employment.Must complete each question thoroughly.
Criminal Background Check
The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.
College Home Page
www.odu.edu
Department Home Page
https://ww1.odu.edu/content/odu/life/gettinginvolved/webb.html
Equity Statement
It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity at (757) 683-3141.
Alternative Hiring Process
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 Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS).
Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability.
If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or consistent with contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Working Title
Housekeeper
Position Number
HR4233
Department
WEBB CTR OP COST
Location
Norfolk, VA
Type of Position
Hourly
Type of Job
Hourly/Wage
EEO Category
H Service/Maintenance
Job Description
Maintain a high level of cleanliness and order in the university center by performing a variety of cleaning tasks and meeting room set-ups. Strive to achieve perfection in supporting student activities and programs, meetings, and special events. Provide high-level customer service and up hold Webb Center staffs work values.
Type of Recruitment
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Working knowledge of institutional cleaning methods and equipment operation. Demonstrate the ability to properly operate a variety of housekeeping cleaning equipment, which may include but not be limited to (floor polishers, vacuums, shampoo machines, wet/dry vacuums, brushes, burnisher and auto scrubber). Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. Ability to work cooperatively with co-workers and customers. Ability to read and write.
Special licenses, registration or certification
None
Education or training
None
Level and type of experience
Some custodial experience in office, school or institutional setting.
Additional Considerations (supplemental knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification)
None
Conditions of Employment
Hourly (wage) employees are restricted to working 29 hours per week on average or 1500 hours in total in the May 1 – April 30 period. This position does not have health insurance, retirement or leave.
Employee may be required to work when the university is closed.
There are multiple positions open on the evening and night shifts. Evening
shift runs from 3:30 – 10:00 p.m. and night shift from 11:00 p.m. – 5:30 a.m.
Weekdays vary.
This is an open until filled recruitment. This recruitment may close after the five-day required posting period when a suitable pool of applicants has been generated.
Annual Salary/Hourly Rate
Salary non-negotiable $ - 15/hour
Posting Detail Information
Job Requisition Number
S02555
Job Open To
General Public
Open Date
03/04/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions Summary
Must complete the entire application with current and prior positions, to
include dates of employment.Must complete each question thoroughly.
Criminal Background Check
The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.
College Home Page
www.odu.edu
Department Home Page
https://ww1.odu.edu/content/odu/life/gettinginvolved/webb.html
Equity Statement
It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity at (757) 683-3141.
Alternative Hiring Process
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 Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS).
Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability.
If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or consistent with contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Specifically explain your housekeeping experience and skills.
(Open Ended Question) - * What housekeeping equipment have you used in your prior positions?
(Open Ended Question) - * How many years of experience do you have with basic housekeeping techniques and equipment?
- No Response
- 0-2 years
- 3-5 years
- 6-10 years
- 10 years +
- * Explain your experience with housekeeping chemicals.
(Open Ended Question) - * What is your customer service experience?
(Open Ended Question) - * Are you able to work from 11:00 p.m. - 5:30 a.m.?
- Yes
- No
- * Are you able to work 3:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.?
- YES
- NO
- * I understand I may need to work one of the following: Sunday-Thursday; Monday-Friday; Tuesday-Saturday; Wednesday-Sunday; Thursday-Monday; Friday-Tuesday; OR Saturday-Wednesday.
- YES
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- AHP Letter