Coordinator, Custodial Services

The University of New Mexico's Facility Services is seeking a dedicated Coordinator, Custodial Services for our Health Sciences Center (HSC) side of campus to oversee custodial operations and ensure our campus facilities shine with excellence.

In this role, you'll coordinate the daily custodial functions of a designated University unit, providing guidance to custodial staff while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety, and customer service.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Coordinates the work of other staff members as appropriate to the position; monitoring work assignments, setting schedules, and providing on-going training.

2. Inspects work areas to ensure consistency and quality of work and adherence to established procedures, safety regulations, and infection control standards.

3. Ensures customer requests are fulfilled in a timely manner; may assist with project planning and coordination.

4. Assists with purchasing materials, supplies, and equipment; maintains applicable inventories.

5. Trains employees on cleaning and equipment techniques, methods and procedures.

6. Maintains open and cooperative communication with external vendors and suppliers.

7. Maintains records of work performed.

8. Ensures adherence to established University and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance programs, and safety standards.

9. May perform general maintenance, custodial and trash removal tasks.

10. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

Please Note: This position is assigned to the Health Sciences Center (HSC) and may involve working in medical laboratory, clinical, and academic environments. HSC assignments may require the use of medically approved personal protective equipment (PPE). Additionally, this position is subject to overtime and on-call assignments, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed to support campus operations.

Why Join Us?

Working as a staff member at the University of New Mexico (UNM) offers a range of exciting benefits including:

1. Comprehensive Healthcare: Access to competitive health insurance plans including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

2. Retirement Plans: Pension and enrollment in a choice of additional retirement plans with generous employer contributions.

3. Paid Time Off: Generous annual vacation leave (up to 168 hours per year), sick leave (up to 96 hours per year), and 11 paid holidays to support work-life balance.

4. Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning, career advancement, and tuition remission for employees and dependents.

5. Wellness Programs: Access to wellness programs, fitness facilities, and resources promoting employee health and well-being.

6. Community Engagement: Involvement in a vibrant campus community with diverse cultural and recreational activities.

7. Job Security: Stable employment with competitive salaries and opportunities for advancement within our respected flagship institution of New Mexico.

At UNM, you'll be part of a team that values professionalism, teamwork, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take the next step in your custodial career and make a meaningful impact on campus life, we encourage you to apply!

La Division de Servicios de Instalaciones (Facility Services) de la Universidad de Nuevo Mexico (UNM) busca un(a) Coordinador(a) de Servicios de Custodia dedicado(a) para nuestro campus del Centro de Ciencias de la Salud (Health Sciences Center, HSC), con el objetivo de supervisar las operaciones de limpieza y garantizar que nuestras instalaciones mantengan los mas altos standages de excelencia.

En este puesto, usted coordinara las funciones diarias de limpieza de una unidad universitaria designada, brindando orientacion al personal de custodia y asegurando altos niveles de limpieza, seguridad y servicio al cliente.

Deberes y Responsabilidades

1. Coordina el trabajo de otros miembros del personal segun corresponda al puesto; supervisa las asignaciones de trabajo, establece horarios y proporciona capacitacion continua.
2. Inspecciona las areas de trabajo para garantizar la consistencia y calidad del trabajo, asi como el cumplimiento de los procedimientos establecidos, regulaciones de seguridad y normas de control de infecciones.
3. Garantiza que las solicitudes de los clientes se atiendan de manera oportuna; puede ayudar con la planificacion y coordinacion de proyectos.
4. Colabora en la compra de materiales, suministros y equipos; mantiene los inventarios correspondientes.
5. Capacita a los empleados en tecnicas, metodos y procedimientos de limpieza, asi como en el uso adecuado de equipos.
6. Mantiene una comunicacion abierta y colaborativa con proveedores y vendedores externos.
7. Mantiene registros del trabajo realizado.
8. Garantiza el cumplimiento de las politicas y procedimientos establecidos por la Universidad y el departamento, asi como de los objetivos, programas de aseguramiento de calidad y normas de seguridad.
9. Puede realizar tareas generales de mantenimiento, limpieza y recoleccion de basura.
10. Realiza otras funciones relacionadas con el puesto segun sean asignadas.

Aviso Importante

Este puesto esta asignado al Centro de Ciencias de la Salud (HSC) y puede implicar trabajo en entornos de laboratorios medicos, clinicas y areas academicas. Las asignaciones en el HSC pueden requerir el uso de equipo de proteccion personal (EPP) aprobado para entornos medicos.

Ademas, este puesto esta sujeto a horas extra y asignaciones de guardia, que pueden incluir trabajo durante las noches, fines de semana y dias festivos, segun sea necesario para apoyar las operaciones del campus.

Por Que Unirse a Nosotros?

Trabajar como miembro del personal de la Universidad de Nuevo Mexico (UNM) ofrece una amplia gama de beneficios, entre ellos:

1. Atencion Medica Integral: Acceso a planes competitivos de seguro medico, dental y de la vista.
2. Planes de Jubilacion: Pension y participacion en opciones adicionales de ahorro para el retiro con generosas contribuciones del empleador.
3. Tiempo Libre Remunerado: Generosas licencias por vacaciones anuales (hasta 168 horas por ano), licencia por enfermedad (hasta 96 horas por ano) y 11 dias festivos pagados para apoyar el equilibrio entre la vida laboral y personal.
4. Desarrollo Profesional: Oportunidades de aprendizaje continuo, desarrollo profesional y exencion de matricula para empleados y sus dependientes.
5. Programas de Bienestar: Acceso a programas de bienestar, instalaciones de acondicionamiento fisico y recursos que promueven la salud y el bienestar de los empleados.
6. Participacion Comunitaria: Integracion en una dinamica comunidad universitaria con diversas actividades culturales y recreativas.
7. Estabilidad Laboral: Empleo estable con salarios competitivos y oportunidades de crecimiento profesional dentro de la institucion insignia del estado de Nuevo Mexico.

En UNM, formara parte de un equipo que valora el profesionalismo, el trabajo en equipo y la mejora continua. Si esta listo(a) para dar el siguiente paso en su carrera dentro de los servicios de custodia y generar un impacto significativo en la vida universitaria, lo invitamos a postularse!

See the Position Description for additional information.

• All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the CWA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• A valid New Mexico driver's license will be required if a motor vehicle must be operated on the job.
• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.

Less than high school; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

• Knowledge of custodial methods, chemicals, and equipment, with an emphasis on green cleaning practices and sustainability.
• Familiarity with safety and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with work order system.
• Understanding of inventory control and vendor management for custodial supplies and services.
• Conocimiento de metodos de limpieza, productos quimicos y equipos de custodia, con enfasis en practicas de limpieza ecologica y sostenibilidad.
• Familiaridad con las normas de seguridad y el cumplimiento regulatorio.
• Experiencia utilizando sistemas de ordenes de trabajo.
• Conocimiento de control de inventarios y gestion de proveedores para suministros y servicios de limpieza.

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Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.