Housekeeping Supervisor Sr (Ns)

Posting Details Working Title:
HOUSEKEEPING SUPERVISOR SR (NS)

Position Number :
00446A

Department:
CUSTODIAL SERV

Location:
Norfolk, VA

Type of Position:
Classified

Type of Job:
Full Time

EEO Category:
H Service/Maintenance

Job Description:
Supervise day-to-day operations of 25 30 Housekeeping staff in buildings assigned to ensure regularly scheduled routines and assignments are completed on a daily basis, within budgeted resources, and that an acceptable level of cleanliness is maintained in University facilities. Position is designated essential personnel for emergency closings.

Type of Recruitment:

Knowledge, skills and abilities:
Knowledge of housekeeping procedures, equipment and products and their application. Demonstrated ability to plan and organize housekeeping activities; to review daily reports and compile information; to follow up work plans to ensure timely completion; to problem-solve. Ability to handle multiple activities at the same time. Training experience in the use of products and equipment.

Special licenses, registration or certification :
Valid drivers license and insurable driving record.

Education or training :
None

Level and type of experience:
Considerable experience supervising housekeeping personnel; experience organizing and planning housekeeping activities; experience developing and maintaining program procedures and policies. Experience operating standard housekeeping equipment; experience in the use and application of chemicals such as germicides, disinfectants and caustic solutions. Education may be substituted for experience.

Additional Considerations (supplemental knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification):
Previous housekeeping experience in institutional setting, ideally higher education. IEHA or similar certification. High school Graduate or equivalent. Good math and communication skills (oral and written).

Conditions of Employment:
Facilities Management employees are considered essential personnel and subject to working during university closings.

This is an open until filled recruitment. This recruitment may close after the five-day required posting period when a suitable pool of applicants has been generated.

Annual Salary/Hourly Rate:
Salary commensurate with education and experience

Posting Detail Information Job Requisition Number :
S03311

Job Open To:
General Public

Open Date:
05/20/2026

Close Date:

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Special Instructions Summary:
Please attach resume.

Criminal Background Check:
The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.

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Alternative Hiring Process:
In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealths Alternative Hiring Process.

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