Assistant Director, Custodial Services

All employees are expected to maintain a permanent residence within the State of Utah as a condition of employment. New employees must provide a valid Utah residential address within 30 days of their start date.

The Assistant Director of Custodial Services provides leadership and operational oversight for custodial services across SLCC's multi-campus system. This position supports the Director of Custodial Services in planning, organizing, and directing custodial programs that ensure clean, safe, and well-maintained learning environments. The Assistant Director supervises custodial supervisors and staff, coordinates daily operations, and assists in developing long-term strategies that support the College's mission and values.

• Provide leadership, supervision, and support to custodial supervisors and staff across assigned campuses.
• Assist in developing and implementing custodial service plans, cleaning schedules, and quality assurance programs.
• Conduct routine inspections to ensure compliance with SLCC standards, safety regulations, and industry best practices.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, training, and performance evaluations for custodial personnel.
• Assist with budget development, cost control, and resource allocation for custodial operations.
• Oversee procurement, inventory, and maintenance of custodial supplies, tools, and equipment.
• Collaborate with Facilities, Campus Safety, Events, and other departments to support campus operations and special events.
• Promote and implement sustainable cleaning practices and environmentally responsible initiatives.
• Participate in emergency response planning and provide after-hours support as needed.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and service-oriented work environment aligned with SLCC's values.

• Custodial operations, sanitation standards, and facility maintenance practices.
• OSHA, EPA, and other applicable safety and environmental regulations.
• Modern cleaning methods, equipment, chemicals, and green-cleaning practices.
• Supervisory principles, employee development, and performance management.
• Budgeting, procurement, and inventory management processes.
• Effective leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to train, mentor, and support staff in a diverse work environment.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills in a fast-paced setting.
• Proficiency with scheduling systems, work-order software, and standard office applications.
• Analyze operational needs and implement process improvements.
• Manage multiple priorities and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Maintain professionalism and composure during emergencies or high-pressure situations.
• Support and advance SLCC's values of equity, inclusion, and student-centered service.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of people with a variety of abilities and backgrounds, to maintain good working relationships across the College.
• Ability to work with all groups from a variety of academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, and with community college students, faculty, and staff, including those with disabilities.

• Bachelor's degree
• Three (3) years of custodial, facilities, or operations management experience.
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience overseeing staff in a custodial, facilities, or related operational environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of custodial practices, safety regulations, and industry standards.

• Experience working in a higher-education, public sector, or multi-building campus environment.
• Industry certifications such as ISSA, CMI, or equivalent custodial management credentials.
• Experience implementing sustainable or green-cleaning programs.
• Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Bilingual abilities (Spanish/English) are highly desirable.

Salt Lake Community College is Utah's largest open-access college in the state. We proudly educate 45,000+ students pursuing degrees in 100+ programs across 8 areas of study, and Utah's fastest growing industries and four-year baccalaureate programs consistently welcome SLCC graduates. Every SLCC employee has a hand in transforming students' lives to strengthen its surrounding communities. SLCC employees work at 8 locations across the valley and capital city…