Custodial Supervisor

About Our Job

The Denver Public Library (DPL) isn't just a place to borrow books; it's a vibrant, essential hub for our diverse city. As a growing urban library system with 28 locations and over 4 million annual visitors, we're deeply woven into the fabric of Denver. Join a team where your values align with your work. At the Denver Public Library, we're not just serving our community;

we're building a culture guided by values that empower both our staff and the public.

• Welcoming: We make our resources, services, and expertise accessible for all, recognize the inherent dignity in each person, and provide safe places where everyone can be themselves.
• Curiosity: We foster a culture of exploration, innovation, and forward thinking by creating environments that support learning and growth.
• Connection: We are neighbors. We foster relationships, listen and act to build and strengthen our community. We bring people together to share information, ideas, and experiences.
• Equity: We work to change inequitable practices, structures and policies, and attitudes that drive them, to provide opportunities for every person in our community to thrive. As we do so, we actively examine our roles in perpetuating oppressive systems.
• Stewardship: We are accountable to our community, using our resources responsibly. We lead with honesty and integrity, protect privacy and preserve and share the full history of our Denver community.

If you're passionate about service, community engagement, and creating positive change, we invite you to explore career opportunities with us. Come join a team that believes in the power of knowledge, connection, and equity.

The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience.

• Four (4) Medical Plans, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Pension Plan for Life (employee contributes 8.45%, employer matches %) and 457 (b) Retirement Plan
• PTO (over 3 weeks in your first year), 4 paid wellness days, and 12 paid holidays
• CARE Bank, Family Leave Benefits
• Enhanced Work/Life Balance:
  Employee Assistance Program (6 counseling sessions per year, legal assistance, financial counseling, discounted recreation center passes), Employee Volunteer Program Learning and Development Opportunities;
  Courses and Career Development Resources
• Eco Pass (unlimited free RTD bus/train rides)

The Denver Public Library is looking for a Custodial Supervisor to lead and perform custodial work, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment in our libraries. They will work with custodial staff to ensure facilities are clean and up to custodial standards. This position will supervise and work with the custodial team on routine workload and special projects. Some examples of work they will supervise and perform: changing light bulbs, trim landscaping, mow grass, remove snow and ice.

They will resolve problems encountered during daily operations and determine appropriate solutions. They promote teamwork, encourage regular communication and inform staff of relevant business issues and their impact on the organization.

• Knowledge of the methods, materials and equipment used in building maintenance and custodial activities.
• Knowledge of the hazards involved and the safety practices required for custodial activities.
• Skill in basic computer operations.
• Skill in the operation and use of custodial equipment and supplies.
• Ability to respond to customer concerns and needs as needed.
• Ability to work alongside custodial staff to meet department goals and outcomes.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding position with continuous bending, kneeling, and lifting of objects that can weigh up to 25-50 pounds.
• Ability to train, motivate and supervise custodial staff.
• Ability to follow simple written or oral instructions.
• Ability to work in an environment with people from all backgrounds and age groups.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of people.
• Ability to create and maintain positive relationship with customers, staff and the community.
• Ability to creatively problem-solve, negotiate and handle stressful situations in a positive manner.