SUNY New Paltz Vacancy
External Posting (Classified Service)
Applications are invited for consideration for appointment to the following position:
Department: Facilities - Operations
Budget Title: Janitor (SG-7)
Local Title: Janitor - 6:30am – 3:00pm Monday-Friday
Posting Date: January 15, 2025
Classification: SG-7; $37,121
Duties: Janitors perform a variety of cleaning and unskilled maintenance tasks and supervise lower-level cleaning staff responsible for the cleaning and upkeep of assigned areas in State buildings, and surrounding grounds and walkways.
• Collects and removes trash, recycling, compost, and hazardous or misplaced items
from floors, furniture, and equipment; and disposes or places them in appropriate
receptacles and locations.
• Prepares, mixes, and dilutes cleaning solutions following manufacturer directions.
• Washes floors, corridors, stairwells, walls, partitions, and windows using mops,
detergents, brushes, and other cleaning devices.
• Vacuums, strips and waxes floors, shampoos carpets and cleans and maintains other flooring using manual or mechanical equipment.
• Supervises a group of lower-level cleaning staff.
• Assigns tasks; provides instructions and assistance; demonstrates proper cleaning
procedures; reviews work in progress and upon completion; monitors time and
attendance; and evaluates performance.
Please refer to the job standard for more details:
https://www.cs.ny.gov/tsplan/tsp_getpage.cfm?specCode=3016000F
Qualifications: • A valid NYS Driver’s license.
• Must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position and communicate orally and in writing to exchange information.
• Candidates must meet the posting qualifications required, meet the legitimate operating needs of the department or agency and have the ability to perform duties and responsibilities satisfactorily.
• Ability to supervise up to ten cleaners.
• Ability to perform basic unskilled maintenance.
Contact Information: Those interested in applying for this position should submit a SUNY New Paltz application or a current resume to the: State University of New York at New Paltz-Attn: HRDI-1 Hawk Drive New Paltz, NY 12561
Fax: (845) 257-3956 or send by e-mail: ClassifiedEmployment@newpaltz.edu
Please include Search #C25-04 with all application materials.
Human Resources will canvass the appropriate Civil Service List.
NOTE: Employees on Redeployment Lists, Agency Reduction Transfer Lists, Preferred Lists, Reemployment Rosters and Placement Rosters must first be canvassed.
Deadline: January 27, 2025
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
