Senior Housekeeping Team Leader - UREC

Working Title: Senior 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 Band: 2

Pay Rate: Minimum Starting

Specify Range or Amount: $15.66 Per Hour / $32,564 Per Year

Is this a JMU only position? No

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No

Beginning Review Date: 7/13/2026

At James Madison University (JMU), we’re more than just a publicly funded institution — we’re 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.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional journey and personal wellbeing:

• 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.
• Tuition Waiver Program:
  Advance your education with our tuition waiver program for undergraduate and graduate courses taken at JMU.

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: bit.ly/JMUEmployment

James Madison University’s Facilities Management is accepting applications for a Senior Housekeeping Team Leader in the University Recreation Center (UREC). 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. Additionally, there may be instances where second shift coverage is required, working from 12:00 PM to 8:30 PM, to assist with coverage needs.

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.

• Provides support to the supervisor in addressing minor performance issues and acts as back-up to the supervisor in their absence.
• Leads and coordinates a minimum of 4 custodians during their daily activities and while performing special cleaning projects.
• Coordinates special projects with building coordinators to include floor cleans, special events, moves, and summer cleans.
• Prepares work orders and requisitions for cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Perform regular and special cleaning of assigned areas.
• Understands and practices all university safety procedures and actively participates in the university’s trash/recycling program.

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time and perform physically demanding job duties.
• 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 in order to keep to an assigned schedule.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques and an understanding of basic customer service concepts.
• Applicants must be at least 19 years old and possess a valid driver’s license for a minimum of 24 consecutive months.

Additional Considerations:

• Effective communication abilities in Spanish including translating/interpreting verbally and in written format.

Conditions of Employment: Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and an acceptable MVR.

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