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Custodial Supervisor - District

Position Number: 7153218
Location: Oakland, CA
Position Type: Facilities Management

Custodial Supervisor - District

Peralta/College Information

Job Title
Custodial Supervisor - District

Time Base
40 hrs/week 12 months/year

Compensation
Salary Range: $103,042 - $121,796/Annual, Hiring Range: $103,042 - $112,607/Annual

Position Type
Management

Department
Facilities Operations Dept (163)

City
Oakland

State
CA

Job Description Summary
Under the direction of the Director of Facilities and Operations, the Custodial Supervisor is responsible for the overall supervision, performance management, quality control, an operational accountability of custodial services at an assigned college campus or district facility. This position exercises independent judgment in directing custodial staff, establishing cleaning standards, evaluating performance, implementing corrective action, and ensuring that District facilities are maintained in a clean, safe, and compliant manner. This classification is a management position and does not regularly perform bargaining unit custodial work except in emergency situations.

Duties & Responsibilities

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires the district to identify the essential duties/functions of the position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty of the position satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions required for the position. Any one position may not include all the duties listed nor do listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions of this class.

Operational Accountability & Quality Control

Establishes campus-wide custodial performance standards.
Develops and implements inspection protocols and documentation systems.
Conducts routine and unannounced inspections of facilities.
Identifies deficiencies and ensures timely corrective action.
Maintains documented records of inspection findings and corrective measures.
Ensures consistent cleaning standards across all shifts.

Supervision & Performance Management

Directly supervises custodial assigned personnel.
Conducts performance evaluations in accordance with district policy.
Initiates corrective action and disciplinary processes when warranted.
Investigates complaints related to custodial services and implements resolutions.
Participates in recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and training of custodial personnel.

Staffing & Scheduling Oversight

Approves work schedules and shift assignments.
Reviews workload distribution and adjusts staffing for efficiency.
Monitors absenteeism, overtime usage, and staffing coverage.
Ensures adequate custodial coverage for special events and peak usage periods

Safety & Compliance

Ensures compliance with Cal OSHA, Hazard Communication, and district safety regulations.
Oversees chemical inventory, SDS documentation, and safe storage practices.
Investigates safety incidents related to custodial operations.
Conducts safety meetings and reinforces safe work practices.

Administrative & Budget Oversight

Reviews and approves time records and leave requests.
Manages custodial supply inventory and budget allocations.
Recommends equipment purchases and replacements.
Prepares reports related to operations, staffing, and compliance.

Coordination & Communication

Serves as the primary management contact for campus custodial operations.
Coordinates with Maintenance, Grounds, and Facilities staff.
Communicates service expectations and operational updates to campus leadership.
Assists in developing and updating custodial policies and procedures.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
1. Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Facilities Management, Public
Administration, Business Administration or related field and three (3) years of increasingly
responsible custodial or facilities experience, including at least two (2) years in a at the
supervisory role; or an equivalent combination of education and qualifying experience that
would likely provide the knowledge and abilities to perform the duties of the position.
(Demonstrated experience supervising staff in a unionized environment is highly desirable).

2. Valid California Driver License.

Knowledge

Custodial standards and sanitation practices.
Supervisory and performance evaluation principles.
Collective bargaining agreement interpretation.
Safety regulations and compliance requirements.
Budgeting and inventory control practices.

Ability

Exercise independent judgment in personnel and operational decisions.
Document and support performance-related actions.
Maintain consistent enforcement of standards.
Communicate clearly and professionally.
Analyze operational deficiencies and implement improvements.
Work nights and weekends, as needed, to support staff, events, and other activities.

Other Requirements
PHYSICAL ABILITIES

Ability to push, pull, carry, and lift 40 - 50 lbs.
Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Ability to drive District vehicles, as needed.

Desirable Qualifications
Demonstrated experience supervising staff in a unionized environment is highly desirable.

Environmental Demands
Occasional work performed alone. Constant work around and with other people.

Tools & Equipment Used

Application Deadline Date
June 12, 2026

Open Date
05/12/2026

First Review Date:

Special Instructions to Applicants
APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Failure to follow the requirements below may result in your application being disqualified.

Required documents and applications are only accepted through the online process. Please do not mail or fax your application.

Information on transcripts must include degree awarded and confer date.

Copies of diplomas will not substitute for transcripts. Finalists will be required to submit official transcripts from fully accredited college or university institutions prior to the final interview.

Note: A written evaluation by an official foreign credentials/transcripts evaluation and translation service must be submitted for Foreign Degree(s) (non-U.S. degrees) by the application deadline date.

Travel expenses for the interview and selection process will be borne by the candidates.

Appointment to the position is conditional upon the approval of the Chancellor.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employees must satisfy all pre-employment requirements to work for the District which include, but are not limited to, the following items:

REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

Tuberculosis Examination: Prior to employment, the successful candidate will be required to submit evidence (either skin test or X-ray report) of being free of tuberculosis within the past sixty (60) days. The TB test is a condition of employment and any expense must be borne by the successful candidate.

Fingerprinting Requirement: As a condition of employment, all employees working for community colleges in the State of California are required to be fingerprinted within the first ten (10) working days of the date of employment pursuant to Education Code Section 88024.

Immigration Requirement: According to the Immigration Reform and Control Act, the Peralta Community College District is required to verify that all new employees are legally authorized to work in the United States.

All new employees are required to complete and sign a verification form and provide documentation attesting that he/she is legally authorized to work in the United States.

District Policy: Employees must provide a Social Security number for payroll and tax reporting. Acceptable documentation includes a Social Security card or official documentation issued by the Social Security Administration. Employees may present any lawful alternative permitted under federal regulations.

Medical Examination: Under state regulations and as a condition of employment, certain positions may require a medical examination prior to employment. Expenses incurred will be borne by the employee.

EEO Statement
The Peralta Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The District is strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age religion, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or genetic information, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veterans status, status with regards to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or practices.

Reasonable Accommodations
In conformance with the Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests for Reasonable Accommodations may be made to the Office of Human Resources by calling (510) 466-7283.

The Peralta Community College District reserves the right to close or not fill any advertised position.

Benefits Information
FRINGE BENEFITS
The Peralta Colleges proudly offers a competitive and comprehensive core of work-life benefits. The value of the employer contribution towards your benefits may increase your total compensation by as much as 47%. Benefit-eligible employees have access to coverage for themselves and eligible dependents:

Medical, dental, vision, prescription drug insurance coverage*
Life insurance of 150% of your income up to $100,000.
Long-term disability coverage.
Employee Assistance Program.

In addition to your own contribution, Peralta also contributes 26.81% of your salary to the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). Effective January 1, 2013, the PEPRA (Public Employees' Pension Reform Act) went into effect. Changes have been implemented as a result of the adoption of this legislation that impact new and existing employees enrolled in CalPERS. A summary of those changes is available at http://www.calpers.ca.gov/eip-docs/employer/program-services/summary-pension-act.pdf. For further up to date information on CalPERS retirement eligibility and PEPRA, please visit the website at www.calpers.com www.calpers.ca.gov/. The CalPERS member handbook is available at http://www.calpers.ca.gov/eip-docs/about/pubs/member/your-benefits-your-future-school-benefits.pdf., please visit the website at www.calpers.com. After 10 years of creditable service, medical benefits in retirement are extended until age 65.

Other voluntary benefits include:

Flexible benefit plan participation in the Medical Reimbursement Plan, Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan (under tax code 125)
Pre-tax commuting expenses (under IRS code 132)
Tax-deferred plan participation in the 403(b) and 457 plans
Credit union membership
Prepaid legal plan participation
Additional Life Insurance for yourself, spouse or children
Kaiser and United Health Care Dental are fully paid by the District. Other plans require employee contribution.
Subject to change.

Mission Statement
The Peralta Community College District is a collaborative of colleges advancing social and economic transformation for students and the community through quality education, rooted in equity, social justice, environmental sustainability, and partnerships.

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