SUNY New Paltz Vacancy
External Posting (Classified Service)
Applications are invited for consideration for appointment to the following position:
Department: Facilities - Operations
Budget Title: Housekeeper (SG7)
Local Title: Housekeeper Monday-Friday 6:30AM-3:00PM
Posting Date: July 19, 2024
Classification: SG-7; $37,121
Duties: Housekeepers perform a variety of cleaning and housekeeping tasks and supervise lower-level staff responsible for the cleaning and upkeep of buildings or other assigned areas in State facilities, including living, treatment, classroom, and/or administrative work areas.
• Collects and removes waste, and hazardous or misplaced items from floors, furniture, and equipment; and disposes or places them in appropriate receptacles and locations.
• Washes floors, corridors, stairwells, walls, partitions, and windows from the inside of buildings using mops, detergents, brushes, and other cleaning devices.
• Vacuums, strips and waxes floors, and shampoos carpets using manual or mechanical equipment.
• Scrubs and cleans restrooms and/or showers, using hand-operated equipment and cleaning agents.
• Replaces light bulbs, and dusts or washes light fixtures and high places, such as ceilings, using ladders, other appropriate equipment, and tools.
• Polishes wood and metal surfaces, fixtures, furniture, and equipment.
• May perform routine laundry tasks and change bed linens.
• Requisitions and dispenses linens, household supplies, and equipment; and maintains and monitors inventories.
• Reports and recommends the repair or replacement of damaged furniture, building fixtures, and household equipment to supervisor.
• In addition to performing the above tasks, when classified to function as the household manager of a SUNY campus president’s residence, washes laundry; changes bed linens; and assists in event planning and preparation.
Qualifications: Candidates must meet the following criteria:
• Non-Competitive: must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position and communicate orally and in writing to exchange information.
OPERATING NEEDS:
• Valid NYS Driver’s License
• Experience working with executive staff in a professional manner.
• Proven ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Experience in household management in an executive residence; must be able to effectively interact and communicate with all household members and guests.
• Experience interacting with all levels of management in planning special events.
• Proven willingness to work a flexible schedule, on short notice.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend, and stretch for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform routine tasks requiring medium to heavy manual labor.
• Ability to use various cleaning equipment and products.
• Working knowledge of the properties of various cleaning substances.
Ability to communicate effectively with all level of constituencies.
Contact Information: Those interested in applying for this position should submit a current resume and cover letter stating how they qualify for the position: State University of New York at New Paltz-Attn: Human Resources-1 Hawk Drive New Paltz, NY 12561
Fax: (845) 257-3956 or send by e-mail: ClassifiedEmployment@newpaltz.edu
Please include Search #C24-49 with all application materials.
Human Resources will canvass the appropriate Civil Service List.
Deadline: July 31, 2024
Other important information about this vacancy: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity or protected veteran status. We especially encourage applications from individuals who can bring diverse cultural and ethnic perspectives and experiences to the campus.
The State University of New York at New Paltz is a highly selective, public college that is recognized regionally for the strength of its academic programs. It is in the beautiful Hudson River Valley with easy access to New York City and other nearby recreational and cultural amenities.
SUNY New Paltz recognizes the unique skills, perspective, talents, and passion that each employee contributes to its learning community. To work here is to accept an invitation to participate in the growth and development of all campus members—students, faculty, and staff. The College’s commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. New Paltz continues to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply.
The State University of New York at New Paltz is an AA/EOE/ADA employer. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Federal law and regulations require notice to all prospective employees regarding crimes that have occurred on campus in the current three-year period. Please refer to the University Police Web site for the complete Annual Security Report (Clery Report) at https://www.newpaltz.edu/firesafety/safetyreport.html.
Web Site: https://www.newpaltz.edu/hr/jobs.html
