Event Setup and Custodial Coordinator

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Position Status: Full-time regular
Location: San Diego
Position Type: Staff, Joan

B. Kroc School of Peace Studies, Facilities

Event Setup and Custodial Coordinator;
Kroc School of Peace Studies

5461

The Kroc School of Peace Studies trains the changemakers and peace builders of today and tomorrow. Kroc is the first stand‑alone school of peace in the United States. Innovation in learning and programs is at the center of what we do and who we are. We combine theory and practice not just to understand crises and world issues, but also to imagine new possibilities and develop solutions to humanity’s urgent challenges from increasing inequality and violence to climate change.

At Kroc, people discover new ways of building more peaceful and socially just communities through a multidisciplinary lens and experiential learning. We look for passionate individuals who believe in the power of university learning to transform the world for the better.

The University of San Diego, an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background.

The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity’s urgent challenges.

Job Description

Summary:

Ensures the Joan

B. Kroc Institute for Peace & Justice (KIPJ), Learning Commons (LC), Camino Hall (CH), Knauss Center for Business Education (KCBE) facilities are set according to the needs of the upcoming events. Keep facilities in immaculate condition by providing routine and non-routine support associated the daily cleaning and maintenance. Assist with guest room cleaning in the Casa de la Paz (CDLP) residence.

Performs various duties requiring moderate physical strength and the ability to lift and move furniture. Reviews event activity schedule to anticipate current and future workload and determine priority of work. Conduct on the job training for custodians. Requisition supplies and materials. Prepare and send work orders for minor repairs and maintenance. Determine the need for and coordinate special project work.

Lead other custodians and participate in non-routine work as requested.

Event Set-up

• Review Set-up worksheet for events scheduled in the KIPJ, LC, CH, KCBE and Casa de la Paz
• Anticipate current and future workload and prioritize the work load.
• Set-up tables, chairs and any other furniture required for the function rooms in preparation for events based on set-up worksheets and room diagrams
• Bring special projects, unusual circumstances or problems to the attention of the operations office.
• Oversee and direct student and custodial staff during shift to assist in setting event spaces.
• Conduct on the job training for student staff and custodians.
• Secure the function rooms, turn off lights and AV at the end of the shift

Custodial

• Monitor public areas and conference rooms to ensure orderliness and cleanliness during events.
• Check scheduled rooms throughout the day to ensure space is configured for event, including proper furniture set-up and placement, table linens, trash and recycling receptacles, etc.
• General custodial duties:
  Vacuum/spot clean carpets, rugs, mats, dust/wet mop and sweep floors, spot clean windows, wall and doors, dust/clean furniture and other above floor surfaces
• Clean and disinfect restrooms, shower rooms and fixtures (toilet, urinals, etc.).
• Keep restroom dispensers supplied with towels, soap, sanitary napkins, etc.
• Empty and clean trash and recycle receptacles.
• Clean Casa…