Custodial Supervisor (5187U) #88032 Job ID88032 Location Main Campus-Berkeley Full/Part TimeFull Time About Berkeley At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom, and belonging makes it a special place for students, faculty, and staff, who are among the most talented and accomplished anywhere, including Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and MacArthur Fellows. Since our founding in 1868, we have been an engine for innovation

• driving intellectual, economic, and social progress that benefits California, the U.

S., and beyond. Together, we change the world. At Berkeley, the best careers are built on a foundation of continuous learning and growth. We actively support professional development by providing all full-time staff employees with at least 80 hours of paid time per year and provide space for supportive colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups. We invite applicants who are inspired by our Principles of Community and who are eager to be part of our exciting Strategic Plan, which charts Berkeley's next era of excellence. Learn more about some of our accomplishments at Points of Pride. Departmental Overview Residential and Student Services Programs (RSSP) is part of the Division of Student Affairs under the direction of an Associate Vice Chancellor. RSSP provides and manages student housing, custodial and maintenance services, security/safety, capital and minor capital projects, residential education programs, self-operated dining services, campus ID card as well as early care & education services for students, faculty, and staff. RSSP also conducts a summer conference and year-round catering/events business and manages faculty apartments. RSSP's annual revenue exceeds $160,000,000, with a $100,000,000 operating budget, and the department employs over 2,500 career, limited, contract and student employees creating a "culture of care" for students, guests, customers and stakeholders. Position Summary The Custodial Supervisor is part of the Housing and Facilities Services (H & FS) unit in RSSP, which manages over 3 million square feet across 150 buildings, houses over 10,000 residents (including undergraduate/graduate students, faculty and staff) and generates over $120,000,000 in revenue. This position is also responsible for the oversight of campus Recreational Sports facilities operations (centers, pools, fields, marina space, etc) adding in 300,000 square feet and a $2,800,000 budget. The Custodial Supervisor provides oversight of Custodial Services for the main campus University-owned single student housing (approximately 7,500 beds in residence halls, suites and apartments), unit central buildings (includes offices, meeting rooms, gyms, program spaces, laundry rooms and restrooms), 4 Early Childhood Education centers and the Residential & Student Services Building (RSSB) which totals approximately 1.8 million square feet. During the summer, this position manages an additional amount of limited staff hired to assist with the conference program, effectively doubling the number of custodians under supervision. Application Review Date The First Review Date for this job is August 19, 2026. For full consideration, please apply on or before the first review date. Responsibilities Supervises the daily activities of custodial employees

• 25% Organize, schedule, assign and coordinate the daily activities of an Lead Custodian, Senior Custodians, Grounds Custodians and limited custodians. Collaborates daily with other unit custodial supervisor to ensure all customer and unit custodial needs are met. Plans, organizes and directs routine custodial operations
• 20% Assign, direct and inspect the work of the custodians, including reassignments to accommodate special and temporary situations. Assist with custodial duties to ensure operational service levels are met. Trains and supervises the custodial staff to maintain an orderly, safe, and efficient cleaning operation
• 10% Orient, train, and assist career and limited custodial staff in understanding procedures and in determining and prioritizing duties. Requires knowledge in the care and use of power equipment
• 10% Evaluates and makes recommendations for equipment, changes in cleaning methods, and work performance standards to ensure a more effective and efficient cleaning program.

Enforces safety, hazardous materials and custodial policies and procedures are adhered to. Reports safety hazards and submits work requests for items needing repair. Reports, orally or in writing, conditions requiring a higher level repair capability. Enforces biohazardous materials and equipment and clean room policies and procedures

• 10% Maintain all chemical inventories for areas assigned, adhere to CAL
• OSHA regulations, ensure proper hazardous waste removal, and waste water disposal. Enforces proper handling and mixture of chemicals. Maintains proper inventory needs and purchase inventory
• 10% Maintains scheduling within prescribed budgetary guidelines
• 10% Plans and schedules staff assignments and cleaning services. Based on workload and available people resources, reassigns staff to make certain that work is accomplished according to schedule ensuring that staff is fully utilized. Responsible for performance management
• 5% Implements performance standards and achievable yearly objectives.

Periodically review site activities, meeting with staff. Responsible for providing comprehensive training to all assigned employees to include, but not limited to the following: facility orientation, safety/IIPP, job specific procedures and techniques, rules and regulations, standards and professionalism, expectations and levels of competency, quality standards, customer service and organizational values. Required Qualifications Working knowledge in custodial and housekeeping services. Verbal and written communication skills in the English language, active listening, flexibility, critical thinking, multitask and time management. Working knowledge of and ability for decision making, reasoning, ability to develop original ideas to solve problems, and perform operations analysis, and quality control analysis. Working knowledge and skill in effective interpersonal and work leadership skills to provide guidance to other personnel. Basic computer applications skills.

Education / Training

High school diploma and/or equivalent education/training/certification. (Preferred) Licenses / Certifications Blood born pathogen and sharps disposal training. (Required) Salary & Benefits For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website. Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The budgeted annual range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $70,000.00

• $75,000.00. The full pay scale for this classification is $59,700.00
• $100,700.

00. This is an exempt, monthly-paid position. This is a full-time (40 hours/week) Career position eligible for UC benefits. How to Apply To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter. Driving Required Required to hold a valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program. Other Information This is not a visa opportunity. This position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee. Conviction History Background This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check. Mandated Reporter This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report the observed or suspected abuse or neglect of children, dependent adults, or elders to designated law enforcement or social service agencies. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon completion of signed statements acknowledging the responsibilities of a Mandated Reporter. Misconduct As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti-Discrimination Policy Abusive Conduct in the Workplace Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.