Building Service Supervisor

Building Service Supervisor Hiring Department: Residence Life-East Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1036593 FTE: 1 Work Schedule: M-F, 6am-2:30pm Shift: Days # of Positions: 1 Workplace Type: On-Site Posting Close Date: 08/21/2025 Salary Range (commensurate with experience):$0.00 - 65,000.00 / Hourly Wage About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. The University of Illinois Chicago offers a very competitive benefits portfolio. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits. Position Summary Supervise operations and activities of all custodial personnel engaged in cleaning and maintaining campus housing facilities for residents, guests and conference attendees. Duties & Responsibilities • Provide effective supervision to personnel by: managing employee work assignments; assessing employee performance; performing annual employee performance reviews and; maintaining employee attendance and time records. • Implement the department custodial program and maintain cleaning standards through the supervision of custodial staff: Building Service Foreman, Building Service Workers, Extra Help Building Service Workers, and Building Service Aides. • Establish and maintain appropriate relationships and communication with other housekeeping personnel, residence life staff, and residents affected by and concerned with custodial services • Assess cleaning needs of assigned area(s) and manage workforce output accordingly. Assist in the interviewing, selection, training & development of new custodial staff. Counsel staff in areas of required improvement and participate in disciplinary processes as necessary • Assist in the testing and evaluation of cleaning techniques, products, and equipment • Inventory, secure, request, and distribute cleaning supplies. • Inventory, secure, assign, and direct the movement of cleaning equipment. • Inspect and direct minor housekeeping equipment repairs • Develop and implement strategic work plans for special projects, summer conferences, and preventative maintenance • Participate in strategic planning for facilities needs related to staffing levels and future projects • Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications • High school graduation or equivalent. • Three (3) years (36 months) of experience in building service operations or related work.Two (2) years (24 months) in building custodial supervisory capacity. • Preferred Qualifications None. To Apply:For fullest consideration click on theApply Nowbutton, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application. Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visitRequired Employment Notices and Postersto view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees.Request an Accommodation