Job Description - School Housekeeper


 

Work for Indiana

 

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

 

About the Indiana School for the Deaf (ISD):

The Indiana School for the Deaf (ISD) is a fully accredited school for Deaf and hard-of-hearing students in nursery school through high school. The Indiana School for the Deaf is accredited by AdvancED Indiana and the Conference of Educational Administrators of Schools and Programs for the Deaf (CEASD). It provides services to approximately 342 students enrolled on campus. About 60% of the students live on campus during the academic year. ISD offers a full range of social activities, including sports, clubs, and organizations.  

 

Role Overview:

The School Housekeeper ensures regular cleaning in public, academic, and administrative areas.  You will work closely with facilities staff to ensure all areas are free of debris, navigational, and safe for staff and students.  Light grounds work may be requested for public events.  American Sign Language (ASL) is not required.
 
 
Work schedule:
  • Monday - Friday as arranged with the supervisor. 
  • Shift work is available and will be discussed during interviews. 
  • You will work occassional weekends for special events.  
 

 

Salary:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at  but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

 


A Day in the Life:

Responsibilities include:



  • Cleans restrooms, sinks, and mirrors.

  • Mops and waxes floors.

  • Dust and polish furniture.

  • Washes windows, blinds, and walls.

  • Distributes paper towels, bathroom tissue, cups, cleansing agents, etc.

  • Requisitions distribute and store supplies.

  • Reports needed repairs of equipment and facility.

  • Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position.


 


The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.  

What You'll Need for Success:

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:



  • Working knowledge of the proper care of, and ability to use, cleaning equipment such as mops, brooms, vacuum cleaners, power scrubbers, polishers, and buffers.

  • Working knowledge of the variety and uses of cleaning and sanitizing agents.

  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

  • Assists in training new employees and completing necessary reports and order forms.

  • Effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.

  • Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.


 


A degree is not required.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

 

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes: 

  • Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
  • Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
  • Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
  • Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
  • Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
  • A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
    • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
    • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
    • Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
    • 12 paid holidays, 14 in election years
  • Education Reimbursement Program
  • Group life insurance
  • Referral Bonus program
  • Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
  • Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Free Parking for most positions
  • Free LinkedIn Learning access

     

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [email protected].

 


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