Supervisor, Custodial Services; Department Of Facilities Management Countywide

Job Description

SUPERVISOR, CUSTODIAL SERVICES (DEPARTMENT OF FACILITIES MANAGEMENT) COUNTYWIDE

Opened:
Jun 22, 2026, 1:48:05 PM

Closing Date:
Jul 7, 2026, 4:59:00 AM

Full-time Shift Start Time: 2:00 P.M. Shift End Time: 10:00 P.M.

Department of Facilities Management – Offices Under the President

Provide day-to-day work direction and supervise to maintain steady workflow and productivity in maintenance and custodial services. Ensure cleanliness, maintenance, and safety concerns are addressed. Inspect facilities for needed repairs and train staff on proper use of custodial machines, tools, and equipment. Supervise contractual groundskeeping, exterminating, trash removal, recycling, and snow removal. Maintain safety data reports required by Illinois Right to Know laws and OSHA regulations.

Remain available 24/7, including weekends and holidays.

• This position is considered a safety-sensitive position. Candidates must pass a required drug test as part of the pre-employment background check.
• Applicants who are contacted will be required to produce original documents (e.g., current driver’s license, diploma, transcript, certifications) within five days of being extended an offer.
• Degrees awarded outside the United States (excluding U.S. territories and Canada) must be credentialed by WES, ECE, or a NACES member organization.

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree or higher.
• Four (4) years of janitorial or maintenance, or directly related experience.
• Two (2) years of prior supervisory or lead experience.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and coordinate projects promptly with attention to detail.
• Ability to act professionally and impartially in difficult situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Physical capability to perform tasks requiring walking, standing, lifting, pulling, pushing, and moving moderate to heavy weight.
• Ability to enable a collaborative culture and provide day-to-day direction of tasks.
• Ability to handle escalated or highly complex work similar to the work performed by staff supervised.
• Ability to delegate tasks effectively and collaborate with leadership to achieve organizational success.
• Ability to align team tasks with departmental procedures and objectives and serve as a reliable resource for other employees in a relevant area of expertise.

Heavy work involves exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

Preference is given to honorably discharged veterans who served more than 180 consecutive days or during wartime. Eligible applicants must identify themselves as veterans on the application and attach a copy of their DD‑214 or equivalent. Veterans can obtain assistance through the Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Voluntary Benefits
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification, dismissal after hire, and/or placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List. This position requires successful completion of post‑offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen, and medical examination.

Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.