Posting Detail Information Working TitleLead Custodian, Veterinary Teaching Hospital Position LocationFort Collins, CO Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person Research Professional PositionNo Posting Number202401293AP Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional Classification TitleTechnical/Support II Number of Vacancies Work Hours/Week40 Proposed Annual Salary Range$43,680 - $51,000 with benefits (salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications) Employee Benefits Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment todiversity, equity and inclusion (https://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/about/) , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact. + Review our detailed benefits information here. (https://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/01/benefits-summary-afap.pdf) + Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here. + For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator (https://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/) . + Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in (https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/) ! Desired Start Date Position End Date (if temporary) To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on10/07/2024 Description of Work Unit Veterinary Teaching Hospital At the CSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital ( VTH ), we exist to educate the next generation of veterinarians by providing exceptional veterinary care and service to the community every day. This work unit exists to care for the basic needs of animals at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital, and to provide routine disinfection and service to all areas of the hospital, which serves as a teaching facility for veterinary students, as a medical facility for veterinary research, and as a public animal health clinic for exotic, large and small animals. Why work at Colorado State University? CSU was recently ranked first among Colorado-based educational employers and fifth among all in-state employers in Forbes magazine’s “America’s Best Employers by State!” We are looking to add individuals to our team who have the following characteristics: + Confidence – they expect success in what they do + Compassion – they have genuine care and concern for others + Commitment to Inclusive Excellence – they engage principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in all they do, valuing a supportive community where everyone’s contributions are valued, and all voices are heard + Empowerment – they use their knowledge and skills to adjust, change, and improve daily tasks/work for themselves and others + Integrity – they are honest, and others trust them + Responsibility – they take ownership of decisions and actions Our Investment in You Colorado State University ( CSU ) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits and well-being package that supports you, your health, and your family. These CSU resources help with many aspects of your life – financial, physical, emotional, family, workplace wellness. These resources are part of our investment in you. Employees are benefits eligible when working a minimum of 20 hours per week;benefits outlined below reflect full-time status of 40 hours per week; some benefits would be prorated for part-time status. + Paid time off to include 24 vacation days, 15 sick days, 11 paid holidays annually + Attractive evening work schedule that is flexible yet consistent Monday-Friday + Comprehensive benefits programs and services including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Parental Leave, work/life resources, and more + Robust Employee Assistance Program ( EAP ) for your overall well-being + FREE college credit courses (up to 9-semester credits per year) through the Employee Study Privilege program + Tuition Scholarships up to 50% for eligible family members + FREE employee growth opportunity through CSU training and development opportunities + After-school programs and summer camps for kids + Community Discounts + FREE MAX transit use with CSU identification For more detail about these and other Health and Welfare benefits and Commitment to Campus programs, visit our CSU Well-Being Hub athttps://hr.colostate.edu/well-being-hub/and our Benefits programs for Administrative Professional employees:https://hr.colostate.edu/current-employees/benefits/afap/. Retirement Programs While employees of CSU do not contribute to Social Security, the University and the state of Colorado offer competitive retirement plans. As a condition of employment and required by Colorado law, employees are required to participate in either the University’s Defined Contribution Plan ( DCP ) or the Public Employee’s Retirement Plan ( PERA ) of Colorado. Each plan offers a generous employer match between 10% – 21%. For more information, visit:https://hr.colostate.edu/current-employees/benefits/afap/retirement/. Campus Culture and Principles of Community Colorado State University has a campus culture that is driven by a desire always to do better and a vision to be the best place to learn, work, and discover. Our Principles of Community – Inclusion, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Social Justice – reflect our core values and support CSU’s mission and vision of access, research, teaching, service, and engagement. Each member of our community has a responsibility to uphold these principles when engaging with one another and acting on behalf of the University. For more information visit:https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-people/. Tobacco and Smoke-Free Colorado State University is a tobacco and smoke-free campus. For the health of our university community, the use of smoking, vaping or tobacco products is prohibited on CSU grounds or in buildings. Position Summary This position exists as a lead worker over weekend day and week day night employees within the Hospital Custodial department; trains new employees, creates training schedules, assigns duties, monitors work, creates weekly schedules and writes work orders. Performs cleaning quality assurance reviews in all designated areas. Serves as a back-up for every area within the department, cleaning and disinfecting all rooms and hallways within those areas whenever necessary. Performs cleaning quality assurance reviews in designated areas. This position reports directly to the Custodial Services Supervisor. This is an essential worker position and must be willing and able to report to work as directed to perform essential and/or emergency services without delay or interruption. The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; the department will not provide visa sponsorship for this position. A signing bonus may be available for eligible and successful candidates. Required Job Qualifications + High School Diploma or GED . + Cleaning experience in a commercial environment. + The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; the department will not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Preferred Job Qualifications + Experience providing custodial services in a medical environment. + Operating knowledge of and experience with custodial equipment including vacuum cleaners, shampoo machines, wet/dry vacuums, floor scrubbing and/or polishing machines, buffing and/or other related cleaning operations. + Knowledge of cleaning methods and cleaning products. + Reliable with strong work ethic. + Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Diversity Statement Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion. Essential Duties Job Duty CategoryLead Custodian Duty/Responsibility + Lead worker for Hospital Custodial workers, schedules all weekend day shifts and week day night shifts for hourly staff and provides back-up replacements in employee’s absence. + Reviews leave requests for hourly employees, signs approved forms, and directs paperwork to appropriate staff; addresses questions from staff within, and outside, the department regarding cleaning, sanitizing, and hospital procedures through an exchange of information with professional staff and students; addresses complaints or issues and rectifies problems as necessary, notifying supervisor of the action taken and referring major problems to supervisor or hospital director. + Trains new hourly employees in all custodial procedures and duties; advises workers of temporary changes, procedures, and departmental work orders; trains and guides employees with annual waxing and floor care projects. Percentage Of Time45% Job Duty CategoryHospital Custodial Care Duty/Responsibility + Clean and disinfect all surfaces to remove blood, feces, hair, tissue, urine, vomit, etc.; clean and disinfect floors; restocking custodial supplies; removal of laundry, recycle and trash; perform special clean disinfection procedures, as needed; use of automatic floor buffer and scrubber; serves as back-up for all department designated areas of the hospital regarding cleaning. Percentage Of Time35% Job Duty CategoryAssignment of Duties Duty/Responsibility + Assigns weekday night duties and weekend duties to employees and provides guidance whenever supervisor is absent; monitors work quality by checking areas upon completion of assigned tasks; maintains complete adherence to cleaning protocols as guided by the Biosecurity SOP . Percentage Of Time10% Job Duty CategoryRestocking of Custodial Supplies Duty/Responsibility + Furnishes clinical and kennel areas of hospital with all necessary custodial supplies by checking inventory and stocking when necessary, and stocking supplies within the custodial closets throughout the hospital. Percentage Of Time5% Job Duty CategoryOther Duty/Responsibility + Other duties as assigned by supervisor based on the needs of the hospital and team. Percentage Of Time5% Application Details Special Instructions to Applicants This position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by10/07/2024, 11:59 pm (MT). Interested applicants must submit a cover letter which addresses how professional experiences align with the required and preferred qualifications, a current resume, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates. CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the VTH HR staff at vth_hr@colostate.edu. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Essential Services Designation - Required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health, safety and welfare. , Shift Work - Working Wednesday through Friday (5pm-1am) and Saturday and Sunday (10am-6pm), Special Requirements/Other - Must be available to work holidays at supervisor’s discretion. Search Contactvth_hr@colostate.edu EEO Statement Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services. The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu. The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu. The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu. Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) . Background Check Policy Statement Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. References Requested References Requested Minimum Requested3 Maximum Requested3 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). + * Are you willing and able to report to work as directed to perform essential and/or emergency services without delay or interruption? + Yes + No Applicant Documents Required Documents + Cover Letter + Resume Optional Documents