Executive Residential Housekeeper
- University of New Hampshire
- Location: Durham, New Hampshire
- Category: Admin-Housekeeping
- Posting Date: 03/22/2023
- Application Deadline: Open until filled
Job Description
Operating Title
Executive Residential HousekeeperLong Classification Title
Senior Program Support AssistantCampus Location
DurhamDepartment
UNH Catering ServicesSummary of Position
Provides general and specialized housekeeping and ensures the cleanliness of the President of the University’s residence. Provides routine and major cleaning of the home and provides additional services, as required for a variety of events. This position is the first point of contact when something is needed for the Presidents/family. Judgements and decisions will be made from this contact. Communicates and helps coordinate services and oversight of the schedule and upkeep of maintenance for an assortment of household vendors including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, pest control and contractors for special projects. Uses supplies and resources in a cost-efficient manner. Modifies work schedule based on the event(s) and/or project(s) as needed.
Acceptable minimum level of education
HS or equivalentAcceptable minimum years of experience
3-5 yearsAdditional Job Information
UNH is a federal contractor within the meaning of the Executive Order on Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors. This position may require that you be vaccinated against COVID-19 in the future unless you apply for and receive a religious or medical exemption. You may not test out of this requirement.
Posting Number
PS3903FY22Other minimum qualifications
Ability to follow directions. Sufficient strength and physical dexterity to perform the duties and responsibilities of this job. Willingness to work weekends, holidays and/or other flexible hours as scheduled. Experience cleaning in a residential setting.
Salary Information
Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/54767Percent Time Information (FTE)
.80Grade
12EEO Statement
The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.
Institution Information
The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.
The UNH Diversity Resource Guide with information and programming available in the seacoast area, New Hampshire, and the region can be found here: https://www.unh.edu/hr/diversity-resource-guide
Posting Date
03/22/2023Open Until Filled
YesPosting Open to Internal Candidates Only?
NoInterested Internal Candidates Exist?
NoJob Category
Hourly Staff (Non-Exempt)Appointment Type
RegularDrivers License and Physical Requirements. Please check all items that apply.
Valid Drivers License and Safe Driving Record, Post Offer Pre Employment Physical RequiredDuty/Responsibility
This position is the sole provider for housekeeping services for a high profile historical facility requiring specialized services. Performs routine and major cleaning of public and private spaces on three levels and a basement. Adheres to an established routine to maintain property and furnishings. Maintains indoor and outdoor spaces porches, patios, staircases, interior/exterior doors, windows, windowsills, valuable paintings, furnishings and ensures areas are free of dust and dirt accumulation. Performs maintenance on a variety of flooring; and uses proper solutions, techniques, and equipment. Floor maintenance may include vacuuming and spot treatment of carpets and rugs, sweeping, dust and damp mopping foe hard surface floors. Daily cleaning of kitchen; cleaning of commercial-grade appliances as well as performing deep cleaning on a regular basis. Ensures all areas are supplied with appropriate levels of towels, soap, tissue, and other needed items and handles all waste and recycle receptacles. Takes great care to appropriately clean and preserve antique and historical items. Polishes regularly and ensures proper storage and inventory of items.
Duty/Responsibility
Coordinates building and grounds needs, arranging maintenance and vendors (such as for utilities, pest control, or household appliances), coordinating schedules, and following up to ensure projects are completed in a timely manner. Responsible for household logs relating to maintenance, vendors, special events and projects.
Duty/Responsibility
Works with the Director of Conferences, Catering, and Retail Services in the planning of special events, contractors, caterers and others with set-up and clean up. Interacts with the residents and guests in a professional manner with a focus on providing high-level service and performing duties with a high degree of confidentiality.
Duty/Responsibility
Wash, dry, fold/hang linen for the Catering Department, and assist with maintaining inventory. Maintains cleanliness of meeting space in assigned areas. Other duties as assigned.