Associate Director of Custodial Services

1 day ago


Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States Harvard University Full time
Job Summary

The Associate Director of Custodial Services is a senior-level management position responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Custodial Services department. This includes supervising and coordinating the activities of assigned personnel, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and customer-determined standards.

Key Responsibilities
  • Supervise and coordinate the activities of assigned personnel, including operations managers and supervisors.
  • Manage budgets and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and customer-determined standards.
  • Develop and implement work performance standards and measures for all employees to ensure service delivery and customer satisfaction expectations are consistently met.
  • Provide leadership and support to staff, including training, mentoring, hiring, and development planning.
  • Communicate with customer representatives to determine service/support requirements and develop service delivery strategies.
  • Oversee routine inspections of scheduled work assignments to ensure effective performance of all cleaning and related support services.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required.
  • Minimum eight (8) years of progressive management experience in an effective service group in a mid- to large-scale operation with high standards for service delivery and customer care.
  • Demonstrated proficiency using various computer software systems and applications, including Microsoft Office and web-based applications.
  • Experience utilizing asset and work management systems required.
  • Demonstrated ability to read, write, and perform financial calculations.
  • Ability to understand, interpret, and enforce Departmental, University, and governmental procedures, policies, and regulations.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Understanding of Harvard's academic, administrative, and collective bargaining agreement structures is strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities and willingness to both lead a team and serve as an active team member.
  • Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems involving multiple parties without clear lines of authority.
  • Demonstrated ability to implement data-driven decision-making and process improvements.
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain flexibility in assignments and work with constrained resources on tight deadlines or in emergency response roles.
Working Conditions

The Associate Director of Custodial Services will work in a fast-paced environment with frequent deadlines and changing priorities. The position requires the ability to work effectively in a team environment and to communicate effectively with customers and staff.

Benefits

Harvard University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, health and welfare benefits, work/life and wellness programs, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and professional development opportunities.



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