Housekeeping Worker

Overview

Posting Details | Position Information |

Working Title:

Housekeeping Worker 00539 | Role

Title:

Housekeeping and Apparel Worker I | Position Number: 00539 | FLSA:
Non Exempt | Appointment Type:
Full Time | Type of Posting:
General Public | Is Sensitive Position?:
No | Responsible Employee:
This position is designated as a “responsible employee” who has the authority to redress sexual violence, who has the duty to report incidents of sexual violence or other student misconduct, or who a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty.

This position is a “designated position” meaning this position could potentially be required to work (depending on the event) during an emergency closing. Statement of Economic Interest:
No. Is this a restricted position subject to availability of funding? Yes. This is a restricted position subject to availability of funding.

Departmental Objective:
The Housing department ensures that student-housing facilities are well maintained, clean and safe for the students of CNU.

Purpose of the Position:
This position will ensure the cleanliness of assigned areas by performing various housekeeping tasks.

• Perform housekeeping tasks to clean assigned areas and maintain a clean, safe environment for students and staff.

• Knowledge of cleaning methods and cleaning supplies
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain positive relations with faculty, staff and students
• Skilled in the use of housekeeping equipment such as vacuum cleaner, buffers, or scrubbing machine

• High school graduate or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma

• Experience in cleaning methods and cleaning supplies

• Hotel, higher education or similar housekeeping experience
• Experience using housekeeping equipment such as vacuum cleaner, buffers or scrubbing machine

Salary Information:
Starting at $31,200, Commensurate with Education and Experience. This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. Benefits include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services. For more information, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Role Code: 79071 | This is a classified position. New and returning classified employees are required to complete a 12-month probationary period. Selected candidate must attend a 2-day New Employee Orientation Program.

Is this position telework eligible? No

Posting Number: PS1190P | Posting Date: 01/26/2026 | Closing Date: 02/10/2026 | Open Until Filled:
No

CNU will only accept online applications through the jobs.cnu.edu website. Applications must be received by midnight on the closing date. Refer to the posting for any required supplemental questions and documents. Required documents:
Resume, Cover Letter, and other materials. Optional documents may include Licensure/Certification, Certificate of Disability, DD214, etc.

Christopher Newport University is an EO Employer, committed to access and opportunity. Reasonable accommodations are available; contact the CNU Human Resources Office for accommodations.