Caretaker I (Housekeeper)
St. Mary's College of Maryland at Historic St. Mary's City is accepting applications for the position of Caretaker I (Housekeeper). Caretaker I is a skilled position in housekeeping and minor maintenance trades. Responsibilities include vacuuming, moving furniture, stripping and waxing floors, setting up for College functions, changing light bulbs, and assistance in grounds if needed. Employees must be able to follow oral and written instructions and regularly lift heavy items such as furniture or equipment. Overtime/weekend work will be required. Must be dependable and punctual. Previous custodial experience or training is a plus.
Qualifications include two years experience in cleaning or housekeeping field and possessing a valid Maryland driver’s license. Any combination of acceptable education and experience, which has provided the necessary knowledge and skills to fulfill the requirements of this position, may be considered. Employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.
Annual salary is $24,500 with an excellent benefits package that includes but is not limited to 15 paid holidays, 12 days vacation, 3 paid personal days, health benefit and prescription plans, pension plan, and tuition waiver plan.
Non-sectarian since its founding, St. Mary's College of Maryland, a public Carnegie Baccalaureate, Arts and Sciences institution located in Historic St. Mary's City, 70 miles southeast of Washington, D.C., has been designated as Maryland's public honors college. Undergraduate and residential in nature, with a diverse coeducational student body numbering approximately 1600, St. Mary's emphasizes excellence in teaching. The institution was awarded a chapter of Phi Beta Kappa in 1997. The quality of life is enhanced by the recreational opportunities of the Chesapeake region and close proximity to the amenities of Washington D.C., Baltimore and Richmond.
St. Mary’s College (www.smcm.edu) embodies diversity and inclusion in its mission. We create an environment that recognizes the value of individual and group differences and we encourage inquiries from applicants who will contribute to our cultural and ethnic diversity.
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three references preferably online at: apply.interfolio.com/78052. Questions may be directed to Joyce Goodwine in Physical Plant. Applications and position descriptions may also be obtained from Physical Plant at St. Mary's College of Maryland, 47645 College Drive, St. Mary's City, Maryland 20686-3001.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. St. Mary's College of Maryland is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
Visit our WEB site at: www.smcm.edu/hr
Employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.
St. Mary’s College of Maryland is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.