Custodian

Recruitment #: S2642

Review Date: Open | Open until filled

Department: Student Engagement

Salary Rate: $18.06 - $22.84 [Salary Steps]

About Western Oregon University:
Western Oregon University is a regional public, mid-sized university – committed to changing lives,

strengthening communities and transforming our world. Located in Monmouth, the heart of Oregon’s

lush Willamette Valley, WOU is about 20 minutes from Salem, the state’s capital and about 75

minutes from Portland, the state’s cultural hub.

Western is one of Oregon’s oldest public institutions of higher education and was incorporated into

the state system as a teacher training institution in 1882. The university offers undergraduate and

graduate degrees in arts and sciences, education and professional areas. It’s known for small class

sizes, a focus on sustainability and a diverse liberal arts education in a student-centered environment.

Western is a Hispanic Serving institution, with over 40% of undergraduates being students of color.

Position Summary:
The Werner University Center (WUC) is the central gathering place for the Western Oregon

University (WOU) campus, located in Oregon's Willamette Valley. The facility serves students, faculty,

staff, and visitors by providing spaces for cultural and social events, dining services, meetings,

recreational activities, campus offices, bookstore services, and major university events. Open more

than 65 hours per week during the academic year, the WUC is a high-traffic environment that requires

consistent upkeep to ensure a clean, safe, and welcoming atmosphere.

As a Custodian, this position supports the mission of Student Engagement by maintaining the

cleanliness, sanitation, and overall appearance of the building. Responsibilities include cleaning

classrooms, offices, restrooms, common areas, and event spaces; setting up and taking down

conference rooms and event furniture; delivering and arranging audiovisual equipment; and

responding to the daily needs of building occupants. This role plays a key part in ensuring the facility

remains safe, functional, and inviting while providing excellent customer service to students, faculty,

staff, and guests.

Required Qualifications: Please ensure your application materials clearly demonstrate how you

meet the following:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Effective communication and outstanding customer service skills

How to Apply: Please upload the following required materials within the application portal.

Applications missing any of the required documents will not move forward for consideration. Please

include only the materials listed below:

1. WOU Employment Application form available here - unclassified/faculty

2. Resume

3. Complete and submit the Reference Check form, available here along with your application

Background/Education Check:
A criminal background check will be completed as a condition of employment. Education checks are

processed for positions requiring a formal degree as a minimum requirement.

Benefits:

Western Oregon University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible employees which includes

95% premium paid healthcare, a generous retirement and vacation package, and reduced tuition

rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon Public Universities.

http://www.wou.edu/hr/benefits/

Equal Employment Opportunity:
Western Oregon University is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race,

color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, veteran

status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We embrace our differences, and know that our

diverse team is a strength that drives our success.

Accommodation Requests:
Western Oregon University is committed to developing a barrier-free recruitment process and work

environment. If you would like to request disability-related accommodation(s) to participate in a WOU

activity or event, please complete the online request form at least three (3) business days in advance.

If you have questions, contact Desiree Noah at [email protected].

Veterans Preference

Applicants are eligible to use Veterans' Preference when applying with Western Oregon University in

accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230 and 408.235; and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015.

Preference will be given only if the applicant meets the minimum criteria of the position and

electronically attach the required documentation at the time of application. For information regarding

Veterans' Preference qualifications, visit http://www.oregonjobs.org/DAS/STJOBS/vetpoints.shtmlq

To stay informed about the status of this search, we encourage you to regularly visit our careers page
at wou.edu/hr/employment/jobs/. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to
provide individual updates regarding the status of each application. We appreciate your
understanding and sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Thank you for your
interest in employment at Western Oregon University.