Custodian

Title: Custodian

State Role Title: Housekeeper &/or Apparel Worker II

Hiring Range: $32,500

Pay Band: 1

Agency: Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation

Location: Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation

Agency Website: jyfmuseums.org

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

We are looking for a full-time Custodian to join our JYF Team! This position is responsible for providing essential cleaning related services in support of the Foundation's mission and goals, part of which is to provide the upmost in quality service and experiences for our staff and guests. This position also provides essential cleaning and upkeep support to all areas of the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation to include museum gallery spaces, offices and related staff use spaces, restrooms, lobby areas, and outdoor areas.

Some weekend work is required, as well as some occasional evening coverage for special event support.

Minimum Qualifications

-Knowledge of best practices and safety standards in professional cleaning
-Demonstrated ability and experience in working safely with chemicals, equipment, and supplies
related to cleaning.
-Experience operating manual and power cleaning equipment.
-Strong written and oral communication skills, including active listening.
-Ability to lift heavy objects, extensive periods of walking and standing, and general ability to
perform activities related to manual labor.
-Commitment to performing assigned cleaning tasks as required.
-Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Additional Considerations

Prior experience working in a custodial/housekeeping position.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Please submit an application either online at https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/home or by contacting Human Resources at hr@jyf.virginia.gov for additional application options. Applicants only will be screened based on what is presented in the Commonwealth of Virginia employment application and related documents. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, race, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. JYF encourages and invites minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. We also consider all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, in a manner consistent with legal requirements. JYF complies with Executive Directive #18 - Ensuring a Safe Workplace.

Contact Information

Name: Nancy Coffey

Phone: 757-253-5214

Email: nancy.coffey@Jyf.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.