Housekeeping Team Leader UREC

Working Title: Housekeeping Team Leader - UREC

State Role Title:Housekeeping and/or Apparel Worker II

Position Type:Full-time Staff (Classified)

Position Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime

College/Division: Business Services

Department: 300132 - Housekeeping AUX

Pay Rate:Minimum Starting

Specify Range or Amount: $31440

Is this a JMU only positionNo

Is this a grant-funded positionNo

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated positionNo

Beginning Review Date:10/15/2025

About JMU:

At James Madison University (JMU) were more than just a publicly funded institution were a vibrant welcoming community located on a stunning campus where innovation collaboration and personal growth thrive. Our mission is to prepare students for a bright future and we believe that starts with supporting the people who make it all possible: our employees.

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Generous Leave: Enjoy paid vacation sick leave parental leave community service leave and 19 paid holidays annually.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access high-quality health insurance options that fit your needs.
Retirement Options: Plan for your future with retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System.
Employee Well-Being: Our Balanced Dukes program promotes wellness and work-life integration through resources events and support.
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At JMU we believe in Being the Change and that starts with creating an environment where you can grow contribute meaningfully and feel supported every step of the way.

Discover what makes JMU a great place to work: Information:

James Madison Universitys Facilities Management is accepting applications for a Housekeeping Team Leader in the University Recreation Center (UREC) for the day shift. The day shift schedule is Monday through Friday from 4:00 AM to 12:30 PM with occasional Saturday shifts and rotating on-call duties.

UREC operates an award-winning state-of-the-art recreation facility including an adventure center wellness center aquatics center mediation/mindfulness space and a wet/dry classroom.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide leadership and assistance to a small group of housekeepers during their daily activities and when performing special cleaning projects.
Prepare work orders and requisitions for cleaning supplies and equipment.
Perform regular and special cleaning of assigned areas.
Understand and practice all university safety procedures and actively participating in the universitys trash/recycling program.

Qualifications:

Required:
Ability to stand for extended periods of time and perform physically demanding job duties.
Experience performing a variety of housekeeping tasks.
Ability to work with industrial-strength chemicals and equipment including buffers scrubbers and waxers.
Ability to clean up materials containing bloodborne pathogens.
Ability to lead a small crew work with different types of people and manage time in order to keep to an assigned schedule.
The successful candidate must also have knowledge of cleaning techniques and an understanding of basic customer service concepts.


Additional Considerations:
Applicants with a valid drivers license.

Additional Posting Information:

Conditions of Employment:

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

EEO Statement:

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age color disability gender identity or expression genetic information national origin parental status political affiliation race religion sex sexual orientation or veteran status.

We promote access inclusion and diversity for all students faculty staff constituents and programs believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

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