Assistant Director of Housekeeping

Job Description

To manage all Housekeeping Services of the University by developing, implementing and maintaining programs to identify housekeeping service levels, staffing requirements, inspection program and staff training. All operations should be conducted in a manner consistent with the University's goal of becoming more sustainable. Manage the University's pest control program inside assigned buildings. Position is designated “essential personnel” for emergency closings.

• Extensive knowledge of Housekeeping procedures in an institutional setting.
• Demonstrated ability to manage, supervise and train staff.
• Demonstrated team building, conflict management and problem resolution skills.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage a complex staffing schedule for a large staff with multiple shifts.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with a diverse clientele.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrated organizational skills to include records management, scheduling, planning and time management.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare reports and keep supervisor abreast of current issues, make budget projections and effectively manage resources.

Valid driver's license and insurable driving record.

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Extensive supervisory experience or demonstrated experience in a progressive responsible position that demonstrates leadership skills. Considerable experience in housekeeping profession. Considerable experience managing resources and budgets.

Some experience conducting training sessions preferred.

Facilities Management employees are considered essential personnel and subject to working during university closings.

Salary commensurate with education and experience

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information.

Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at .

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI).

Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). or call DARS at , or DBVI at .

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Recommendation/Reference Letter 1 Recommendation/Reference Letter 2 Optional Documents Cover Letter/Letter of Application Yellow Layoff Form Blue Layoff Card AHP Letter