$63,750 - $70,000

Initial applicant review will begin on or around October 21, 2022. Posting may close any time after that without notice.

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses and the first American research university built in the 21st century. With more than 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students, UC Merced offers an environment that combines a commitment to diversity, inclusion, collaboration, and professional development. With bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs, strong research and academic partnerships, and community involvement, the UC Merced campus is continually evolving and requires talented, knowledgeable, and dynamic educators, researchers, management and staff.

Ranked among the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, UC Merced is uniquely equipped to provide educational opportunities for highly qualified students from the San Joaquin Valley and throughout California. The campus enjoys a special connection with nearby Yosemite National Park, is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design and supports the economic development of Merced and the region.

In Fall 2016, UC Merced broke ground on a $1.3 billion public-private partnership that is unprecedented in higher education. The Merced 2020 Project nearly doubled the physical capacity of the campus, enhancing academic distinction, student success and research excellence. In 2018, UC Merced opened the Downtown Campus Center, a $33 million, three-story administrative building located in the heart of Merced.

To set the course of UC Merced’s evolution, in 2021 UC Merced will enact its first-ever 10-year strategic plan. This plan will guide how the values of equity and justice influence our pathway toward earning Carnegie R1 research status, growing enrollment, upholding our identity as a minority-serving institution, and operationalizing how commitments to equity, diversity and inclusion are enacted within each campus unit. UC Merced is expected to engage in sophisticated thinking, planning, and implementation of actions that effectively diversify the professoriate and staff, improve campus climate for all campus constituency groups, and strengthen our equity, diversity, and inclusion infrastructure and capacity.

Under the direction of the Housing Custodial Services Manager, the Housing Custodial Supervisor for Graveyard Shift directly manages all phases of the Housing custodial operations across all shifts to ensure campus facilities are kept clean and sanitary by providing direction and guidance to Housing Custodial staff. Analyzes and resolves problems on site and administers and follows policies and contract agreements as required.

Exercises judgment within defined procedures and policies to determine appropriate action. Supervises staff to ensure accountability and stewardship of campus operational resources such as equipment, cleaning, and chemical supplies to comply with departmental goals and objectives.

Receives assignments in the form of objectives with goals and determines best practices to meet goals. The Housing Custodial Supervisor recommends changes to unit or sub-unit policies that will increase productivity or assist in budgetary goals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee employees' daily activities by providing direction, guidance, and supervision to maintain an orderly, safe, clean and efficient operation. Maintains inventory pars of equipment and supplies, as well as ensures all equipment is properly cleaned and stored in a secure location at the end of shift. Provides services for Housing special events. Submits bi-weekly time sheets to ensure payroll deadlines are met. Develops work standards and assignments for Housing custodial operations. Hires, trains, promotes, evaluates, and disciplines custodial employees. Maintains performance and attendance records and other personnel files. Reduces risk and work-related injuries. Inspects all housing – dining buildings to ensure areas are clean and meet university service level standards set by management. Works effectively with the campus community and team members to accomplish work assignments to ensure assigned tasks are completed in a timely manner with the highest quality and efficiency.
• Oversees with thorough knowledge of policies and procedures, the planning, organization, and direction of Housing custodial operations. Provides and encourages positive examples of leadership and teamwork among staff and promotes quality service to the campus community. Regularly coordinates and conducts staff meetings and training sessions. Maintains job proficiency and knowledge through appropriate training courses, seminars, publications, and contacts with others in the trade. Tests cleaning materials, equipment, and building supplies with a focus on “Green Cleaning” and “Sustainability” campus programs. Improves efficiency and contributes to water and energy saving programs. Supports recycling program coordinating collection and monitoring inside campus Housing buildings. Is well versed and follows APPA protocols.
• Enforces safety guidelines for Blood Borne Illnesses, biohazard materials from human waste, PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), ladder safety, hand safety, back safety, VIRT (Violent Intruder Alert Training) and general awareness of safety guidelines to protect university employees and assets. Promptly reports accidents on the job, preparing and submitting incident reports when needed, as well as, contacting appropriate departments to insure prompt handling of an injury related to worker compensation.
• Enforces proper handling of equipment, chemicals and cleaning supplies. Knowledge of correct chemical use and mixture. Maintains proper inventory needs and purchase inventory. Maintains monthly records of equipment maintenance. Conduct monthly inventory of chemicals and cleaning materials. Submits biweekly timesheets to ensure payroll deadlines are met.
• Assists in the budgets for custodial operations. In collaboration with the Custodial Manager, collaborates to develop and monitor operational and budget processes, and staff FTE.
• Other duties as assigned. Under extenuating circumstances, the Housing Custodial Supervisor may be asked to assist with cleanup projects or other urgent and important projects to maintain University cleanliness and safety standards.

EDUCATION and REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma, General Equivalency Degree (GED), or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED) or equivalent, and three (3) years of Lead Custodian or Supervisor work experience, or the equivalent years of work experience which have led to the development of the skills, knowledge, and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position is required.
• On a bi-weekly basis, the Housing Custodial Supervisor will work a Saturday or Sunday to ensure at least twice per month we have supervisory coverage on weekend days.
• Must have a valid Class C California Driver’s License. The position is subject to the California DMV's "Pull Notice System," and an offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory driving record.
• Employment is contingent upon pre-placement physical, drug/alcohol testing, and background investigation.

CRITICAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with peers, employees, supervisor, and department/UC staff in a courteous and professional manner. Verbal and written communication skills in the English language, active listening, flexibility, critical thinking, multi-tasking, and time management.
• Ability to plan, organize, and direct cleaning schedules and manage all aspects of the development of the custodial crew.
• Knowledge of correct chemical use and mixture.
• Position will require weekends and/or multiple shifts.
• Working knowledge in custodial and housekeeping services
• Working knowledge of and the ability for decision making,reasoning, developing original ideas to solve problems, performing operations analysis, and performing quality control analysis.
• Working knowledge and skill in effective interpersonal and work leadership skills to provide guidance to other personnel.
• Basic computer application skills.
• Effectively communicates orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of general custodial duties.
• Must have excellent communication and presentation skills when dealing with the campus community or outside clients.

Background check and fingerprinting will be required.

How to Apply:
An online application is required for each position to apply.The University of California, Merced is aware that some web-based application processes may be cumbersome for differently abled applicants. Where appropriate, alternative accommodations will be provided. For applicants with disabilities who need additional assistance using TAM, or reasonable accommodations during the interview or search process, please contact ucmjobs@ucmerced.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University of California, Merced is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran, or other protected categories covered by the UC Nondiscrimination and Affirmative Action Policy. UC Merced intentionally promotes and maintains a discrimination- and harassment-free workplace by demonstrating it neither condones nor tolerates employment practices that discriminate against or harass any person or specific group of persons on the basis listed above. We seek candidates who will support our vision to cultivate a vibrant, equity-minded, inclusive excellence university community. When applying to UC Merced, we strongly encourage you to reflect on our Principles of Community and our 2021 strategic plan.

Vaccination Program Policy:

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is 14 days after their first date of employment.

Smoke and Tobacco Free Policy:
The University of California, Merced is a smoke and tobacco free workplace. Information and the Smoke and Tobacco Free policy is available at http://smokefree.ucmerced.edu.

E-Verify:
All employers who receive Federal contracts and grants are required to comply with E-Verify, an Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). E-Verify electronically verifies employment eligibility by comparing information provided on the I-9 form to records in the DHS and SSA databases. Certain positions funded by federal contracts/subcontracts requires UC Merced to notify job applicants that an E-Verify check will be conducted and the successful candidate must pass the E-Verify check.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule:
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University of California visit: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/

This position is eligible for the UC Merced Employee Referral Program (ERP). If you were referred by a UC Merced employee, please identify that employee by name in your application as follows:

Step 5 of 7 Referrals

How did you hear about the job? (select) “other”

Additional information? (select) “other”

Specific Referral Source? (write in) first and last name of referring employee

Referring employee MUST be named on application for eligibility.