Operations Manager - Rock Eagle -H Center

Position Summary

The individual in this position is responsible for the direction of housekeeping services to all buildings at Rock Eagle 4‑H Center. The individual hires, trains, and supervises regular full‑time employees and part‑time employees in the Housekeeping Department. The individual must have effective communication skills in order to work with other department heads, guests, and employees in the department. The individual manages a department of 20 employees and must be willing to work weekends, evenings, and long days to prepare the 4‑H Center for the arrival of guests.

Supervision includes cleaning of guest quarters or cabins, cleaning buildings, providing conference setups, managing laundry, and ordering equipment and supplies.

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

• Knowledge of a wide variety of cleaning materials, methods and procedures.
• Ability to give oral/written instructions.
• Knowledge to evaluate and check the performance of employees and perform annual evaluations.
• Ability to plan and organize daily work schedules for employees and check that they are performed in a timely manner and according to standards.

• Lift 50+ pounds.
• May work in extreme weather conditions.
• Work on a ladder.
• Driving.

• Responsible for planning, assigning, and supervising the work of the housekeeping staff. Hires, trains, and supervises regular full‑time and part‑time employees. Maintains the cleanliness of cabins, buildings, floors, sheets, towels, and dining hall linens. (65%)
• Maintains the operations of the housekeeping department within the budgetary guidelines. Attends staff meetings weekly and leadership team meetings monthly. (20%)
• Communicates with the Area Coordinator and other department heads daily, addressing the needs of conference groups and other guests utilizing the 4‑H Center. Notifies the Area Coordinator and head of Building Maintenance of any major repair needs for cabins and buildings. (10%)
• Recommends purchases of new equipment for the Housekeeping Department, maintains inventory, and orders cleaning supplies. Works with the Area Coordinator and Head of Building Maintenance for the procurement of chairs, tables, mattresses, and other furniture for buildings and cabins. May be asked to make recommendations for housekeeping needs and equipment at other 4‑H Centers. (5%)

Driving is a responsibility of this position. (Yes)

This role is a Position of Trust. (Yes)

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of credentials and employment history; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. A pre‑employment drug test may be required for high‑risk responsibilities.

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