Custodial Supervisor- 1:30p-10p

Distinguishing Features of the Class:

This position exists in a school system and involves responsibility for the efficient and economical performance of custodial functions in school buildings. The incumbent assists in the designing and implementation of a comprehensive program of cleaning and custodial care for the school district. Work is performed under the general supervision of a higher-level employee allowing wide latitude for independent action and judgment. Direct supervision is exercised over the custodial and cleaning staff. Performs related work as required.

Typical Work Activities and Expectations:

• Assigns custodial employees to the various schools;
• Inspects work done by the custodial and cleaning staff and provides feedback to supervising custodians regarding the quality and quantity of such work;
• Prepares budget estimates for custodial equipment, supplies and training activities;
• Makes periodic inspections of school buildings to check the heating, ventilation, and mechanical equipment;
• Trains and supervises custodians, cleaners, steam boiler fireman and snow removal crews;
• Recommends purchase of supplies and equipment;
• Confers with school principals on custodial services;
• Interviews applicants for work;
• Manages the maintenance of the motor vehicles of the department;
• Interviews vendors and tests new custodial products and equipment;
• Maintains personnel records and prepares reports on custodial activities;
• Performs related work as required.

Full Performance Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics:

Thorough knowledge of large-scale custodial practices; thorough knowledge of heating and ventilation systems; thorough knowledge of building maintenance activities; ability to plan and supervise the work of a large number of custodial employees; ability to maintain records and prepare reports on custodial activities; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

• Four years of satisfactory experience as a custodian or building maintenance mechanic, one year of which shall have been at a supervisory level.

NOTE: The essential functions of this job are determined by the department/jurisdiction where the job is located.

About Schenectady City Schools

With a population of nearly 10,000 students, the Schenectady City School District is one of the largest in the Capital Region. With an incredibly diverse population we are committed to ensuring that all children feel valued, are safe and will learn. We place the highest priority on a culture of equity, ensuring that race, economics, and disability are never predictors of student achievement. Every child in our district counts and will be supported each step of the way, along the path to graduation.

The Schenectady City School District is committed to hiring members of protected classes and residents of the City of Schenectady. For more information on the District's recruitment and hiring plan, please contact the Human Resources Office at 881-2000 ext. 40133. The Schenectady City School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, marital status, veteran status, national origin, race or gender. This policy is in compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Regulations and By-Laws of the Board of Education of the Schenectady City School District.