- Two (2) years of experience supervising custodial staff or directing others in large scale janitorial, housekeeping or facilities support work;
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Ability to read, write and communicate in English;
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Current ISSA Custodial Certification or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire; and
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Possession of a valid U.S. driver's license or ability to obtain one before date of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Associate’s degree from an institutionally accredited college or university.
Leadership: Ability to formally lead teams, motivate staff, and cultivate a positive, productive work environment while exhibiting initiative, accountability, and influence among peers to foster collaboration and shared ownership of departmental goals;
Communication: Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills demonstrated through clearly conveying information, building and maintaining strong working relationships, providing responsive customer service, and resolving conflicts professionally with custodial and CBC staff;
Strategic Decision-Making & Problem Solving: Strong analytical ability to assess complex situations, identify practical solutions, evaluate alternatives, and make informed decisions that align with institutional priorities, mission, and long-term operational goals and effectiveness;
Organization: Highly organized with the ability to coordinate multiple tasks and projects, establish priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain efficiency in a dynamic work environment;
Adaptability: Demonstrates flexibility and responsiveness in adjusting priorities, approaches, and workflows to meet changing circumstances and evolving organizational needs;
Attention to Detail & Quality: Thorough and detail-oriented approach to work that emphasizes accuracy, precision, consistency, and high-quality outcomes while minimizing errors and ensuring operational excellence;
Financial & Resource Management: Experience in budget development, fiscal planning, financial oversight, and resource allocation to support responsible stewardship in line with state purchasing, maximize efficiency, and achieve budgetary and departmental objectives while operating within yearly budget allocations;
Professionalism: Consistently demonstrates professionalism, ethical conduct, reliability, confidentiality, and commitment to institutional values in support of effective operations and workplace success;
CBC Shared Commitments: Demonstrates a willingness to work with and support others in completing assignments, accepts constructive feedback, and cooperates with coworkers and supervisors. Shows alignment with CBC Shared Commitments by treating others with respect, communicating and collaborating effectively, pursuing growth and learning, valuing and celebrating contributions, prioritizing wellness, and holding self and others accountable; and
Support for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Reflecting CBC's mission, vision and values, support initiatives that expand the human qualities that differentiate our workplace and educational setting; demonstrate and advocate an understanding of differences, open mindedness, compassion, sensitivity and interest in differing viewpoints given the diverse population and show a deep commitment to the involvement of colleagues, students and community members to student experience and success honoring freedom of expression as fundamental to personal, professional and organizational growth.
This position is a full-time, overtime eligible classified staff position. The typical work hours for this position are Monday 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Tuesday through Thursday from 5:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; however, must be available to work a flexible schedule due to work demands and some prior notice is given by the College. This position is available immediately.
Process Note
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Additionally, pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or are currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant’s current or past employer. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who refuses to declare the existence or non-existence of an investigation or findings subject to this statute.
**Please note that selected interview candidates will be subject to supplemental testing that will measure skills and abilities related to this position (e.g., Organization, Communication, Custodial Equipment, Analytical Skills, MS Office Simulation [Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Word], Customer Service, etc.).
Conditions of Employment
In the interest of providing a healthy, safe and secure educational and work environment and in order to meet the requirements of federal legislation, it is the policy of Columbia Basin College to maintain an alcohol and drug-free workplace for our employees and students.
If you are hired, you will need to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. citizenship or appropriate authorization to work in this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1986. Columbia Basin College is unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas (e.g., H-1B) at this time. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship.
CBC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with the letter and spirit of all federal and state laws. CBC encourages applications from qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other legal protected characteristics. Candidates who need any accommodation in the application process or in employment should contact the Office of Human Resources.
Other Job Elements
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described below are representative of those that must be met and may be encountered by an incumbent when performing the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, kneel, stoop, communicate, reach, and manipulate objects. The position requires mobility, including frequent traveling between buildings on campus and driving employer vehicles off and around campus. Duties involve physical strength, agility and endurance to bend/reach, lift, pull or push objects weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis, 80 pounds with help from others or by mechanical means, and climb a ladder and work from heights no more than 80 feet off the ground. Manual dexterity and coordination are required while operating equipment such as standard office equipment and custodial equipment.
Working Conditions
Work environment is performed in multiple locations such as a typical office environment, field and indoor/outdoor settings that includes some exposure to hazards or physical risks that require following safety and driving requirements. There may be exposure to chemical hazards requiring the use of rubber safety gloves and safety glasses as provided. Interruptions occur on a regular basis. There can be exposure to adverse weather conditions and unusual elements such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust and/or uneven surfaces, while performing the duties of this position.
