Auxiliaries Custodial Supervisor (On-site

Job

Location:

Merced

Full/Part Time:
Full Time

The University of California, Merced is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position.

Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The salary range the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $65,700 - $77,400.

This posting will remain open until filled with initial applicant review expected to be on or around May 15, 2026.

Remote/Hybrid eligibility:
This position is fully on-site.

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses and one of the youngest universities to be designated an R1 research university. With approximately 9,100 undergraduate and graduate students, UC Merced is a smaller, more intimate campus compared to its sister campuses, while equipped and staffed as a cutting edge, 21st century research institution.

With bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs, strong research and academic partnerships and a growing community in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley, the UC Merced campus is continually evolving and requires talented, knowledgeable and dynamic educators, researchers, management and staff.

Ranked in the top 30 among the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report and #1 for social mobility by the Wall Street Journal, UC Merced is uniquely equipped to provide world class educational opportunities to dynamic and enterprising students in the Valley and throughout the state. In partnership with UC San Francisco, UC Merced has launched a rigorous medical education program that will supply the Valley with culturally competent providers dedicated to improving local access to quality care.

The campus enjoys a special connection with nearby Yosemite National Park, is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design and is accelerating the continued economic development of the region.

Reporting to the Director of Auxiliary Custodial Services, the Custodial Supervisor directly manages a team of custodial staff across assigned auxiliary-serviced facilities. Through clear, direct, and supportive supervision practices, the Custodial Supervisor will ensure that auxiliary facilities remain clean, sanitary, and operational.

This position requires responsibility for supervising, directing, and evaluating the work of subordinate employees, and exercising independent judgment in the administration of department policies and procedures.

This role collaborates with other custodial supervisors to plan and coordinate tasks for staff, coverage needs, equipment maintenance, and supply inventory management. This role will comply with and enforce union contract standards, department policies, and supervisory best practices.

• Coordinate staff shift coverage, schedules, and work assignments.
• Provide direction, guidance, and clear expectations to staff.
• Ensure appropriate training and professional development is offered to and accessed by staff.
• Track and approve time off requests in alignment with CBA and department policies.
• Approve and audit timesheet submissions.
• Provide regular, individual and team development opportunities to staff to foster a supportive, growth-focused working environment.
• Observe various campus locations within Auxiliaries portfolio regularly using University vehicles to respond quickly as needed for support.
• Oversees, mentors, and develops staff, setting team goals and performance standards. Provides guidance on complex and sensitive issues, assigns work, and monitors team progress. Manages staffing needs, including recruitment, hiring, performance evaluations, and professional development to ensure…