Housekeeping Team Leader - Night Shift

General Information

James Madison University's Facilities Management is accepting applications for a Housekeeping Team Leader for the night shift. The shift is Sunday - Thursday 10:30 pm - 7:00 am, plus overtime as required to cover special events and some rotating on‑call responsibilities. These hours may vary in the summer due to the summer modified schedule. This position is scheduled for night hours;

however, candidates must be available to work day shift during the first week training period.

• 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 participate in the university's trash/recycling program.

• 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 blood borne pathogens.
• Ability to lead a small crew, work with different types of people, and manage time to keep to an assigned schedule.
• The successful candidate must also have knowledge of cleaning techniques and an understanding of basic customer service concepts.

• Applicants with a valid driver's license.

Employment is contingent upon 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.

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.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity at (540) 568‑6991.

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568‑3597 or jobs. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.