Lead Building Services Worker

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

The UGA Marine Institute ( UGAMI) is a world-renowned field destination that supports research and education in coastal ecosystems. The Marine Institute is located on Sapelo Island, GA, accessible only via ferry.

M-F 8:30-5:00pm with occasional evening and weekend responsibilities. Ferry departs at 8:30 am with no later option for getting to work.

Please be sure to include all required attachments. Applications will be accepted until position filled, so you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. For full consideration apply by March 21, 2025.

Note: this position is located on the coast of Georgia at Sapelo Island, NOT Athens. You must take a ferry (paid by UGAMI) every day to work.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Requires at least a high school diploma or equivalent. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

See Knowledge, Skills, Abilities below.
Supervisory experience preferred.
Some food service experience preferred. Will need to pass ServSafe certification after hired.

The person in this position is in charge of custodial care at the UGA Marine Institute. They manage the cleaning department; help to clean Institute housing, labs, and other facilities; and work to ensure that visitors have clean and functional accommodations for their stay. They also provide general support for group meals, special events and other activities as needed.

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Cleaning - Clean dormitories and other housing (bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, etc., including laundering sheets); clean laboratories, offices, classrooms and other general access areas on the UGAMI campus. Includes mopping, vacuuming, dusting, washing windows, emptying trash, and replacing consumable supplies (e.g., light bulbs, fire alarm batteries).

Oversee cleaning department - Supervise cleaning staff (coordinate cleaning schedules, track performance); maintain and order cleaning supplies (ugamart, p-card); ensure facilities are stocked with needed items (e.g. cookware), report necessary repairs and maintenance needs to facilities supervisor; work with Program Coordinator to ensure that staff has appropriate food handling certification; help coordinate movement and cleaning of vehicles for visitors; provide final check of spaces ahead of visitors.

Administrative support -Work with the Assistant Director for Operations and Program Coordinator to ensure visitors have clean and functional accommodations; document tasks and allocation of time; help with planning and projection of facilities use and maintenance; provide support for group meals as needed; assist with special events; other duties as assigned (including occasional nights and weekends).