Janitor, Box PIMS-1128/01160

Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of Performance Improvement and Management Services is seeking candidates for a Janitor position in the Office of Facilities and Business Services. The incumbent of this position will perform a variety of cleaning and unskilled maintenance tasks for one or more State buildings, adjacent grounds, and walkways. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Serves as a working supervisor and supervises the shift’s lower-level cleaning personnel. Assigns tasks; provides instructions and assistance; demonstrates proper cleaning procedures; reviews work in progress and upon completion; monitors time and attendance; and evaluates performance;
• Polishes wood and metal surfaces, fixtures, furniture, and equipment;
• Checks and fills supplies and equipment functionality. Notifies supervisor of low supply levels, equipment malfunction, and building maintenance issues noted during cleaning;
• Perform cleaning tasks like sweeping, mopping, and scrubbing floors;
• Assist with ordering and restocking of cleaning supplies and equipment; and
• Perform additional duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications Non-Competitive Appointment: Candidates must have the physical ability to perform the tasks of the position and communicate orally and in writing to exchange information.

It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.

Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a contingent permanent, non-competitive appointment. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits.

The work schedule for this position includes hour of Monday – Friday, 1:30PM – 9:30PM.

This position leads to a maximum salary of $49,364 based on annual performance advances. For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts

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Visit these links for information on working for New York State:

• https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/
• https://www.cs.ny.gov/pio/publications/gettingajob.pdf

Generous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:

Holiday & Paid Time Off

• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave in year one, increasing to 20+ days with additional years of service.
• Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA and eight (8) days paid sick leave annually for M/C.
• Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities for eligible staff.

Health Care Benefits

• Eligible employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable and generous health insurance programs.
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.

Additional Benefits

• Enrollment in the New York State pension system which has earned the distinction of being one of the best-managed and best-funded plans in the nation OR Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match (eligibility requirements apply).
• NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Parental Leave for all employees and Paid Family Leave (M/C Only).
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Eligibility for various life insurance options.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.