Job Description

Coord,Custodial Svcs

Requisition ID req37882 Working Title Coordinator, Custodial Services Position Grade 07 Position Summary

The University of New Mexico’s Facility Services is seeking a dedicated Coordinator, Custodial Services for our Health Sciences Center (HSC) side of campus to oversee custodial operations and ensure our campus facilities shine with excellence.

In this role, you’ll coordinate the daily custodial functions of a designated University unit, providing guidance to custodial staff while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety, and customer service.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Coordinates the work of other staff members as appropriate to the position; monitoring work assignments, setting schedules, and providing on-going training.
2. Inspects work areas to ensure consistency and quality of work and adherence to established procedures, safety regulations, and infection control standards.
3. Ensures customer requests are fulfilled in a timely manner; may assist with project planning and coordination.
4. Assists with purchasing materials, supplies, and equipment; maintains applicable inventories.
5. Trains employees on cleaning and equipment techniques, methods and procedures.
6. Maintains open and cooperative communication with external vendors and suppliers.
7. Maintains records of work performed.
8. Ensures adherence to established University and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance programs, and safety standards.
9. May perform general maintenance, custodial and trash removal tasks.
10. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

Please Note: This position is assigned to the Health Sciences Center (HSC) and may involve working in medical laboratory, clinical, and academic environments. HSC assignments may require the use of medically approved personal protective equipment (PPE). Additionally, this position is subject to overtime and on-call assignments, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed to support campus operations.

Why Join Us?

Working as a staff member at the University of New Mexico (UNM) offers a range of exciting benefits including:

1. Comprehensive Healthcare: Access to competitive health insurance plans including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
2. Retirement Plans: Pension and enrollment in a choice of additional retirement plans with generous employer contributions.
3. Paid Time Off: Generous annual vacation leave (up to 168 hours per year), sick leave (up to 96 hours per year), and 11 paid holidays to support work-life balance.
4. Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning, career advancement, and tuition remission for employees and dependents.
5. Wellness Programs: Access to wellness programs, fitness facilities, and resources promoting employee health and well-being.
6. Community Engagement: Involvement in a vibrant campus community with diverse cultural and recreational activities.
7. Job Security: Stable employment with competitive salaries and opportunities for advancement within our respected flagship institution of New Mexico.

At UNM, you’ll be part of a team that values professionalism, teamwork, and continuous improvement. If you’re ready to take the next step in your custodial career and make a meaningful impact on campus life, we encourage you to apply!

La División de Servicios de Instalaciones (Facility Services) de la Universidad de Nuevo México (UNM) busca un(a) Coordinador(a) de Servicios de Custodia dedicado(a) para nuestro campus del Centro de Ciencias de la Salud (Health Sciences Center, HSC), con el objetivo de supervisar las operaciones de limpieza y garantizar que nuestras instalaciones mantengan los más altos standages de excelencia.

En este puesto, usted coordinará las funciones diarias de limpieza de una unidad universitaria designada, brindando orientación al personal de custodia y asegurando altos niveles de limpieza, seguridad y servicio al cliente.

Deberes y Responsabilidades

1. Coordina el trabajo de otros miembros del personal según corresponda al puesto; supervisa las asignaciones de trabajo, establece horarios y proporciona capacitación continua.
2. Inspecciona las áreas de trabajo para garantizar la consistencia y calidad del trabajo, así como el cumplimiento de los procedimientos establecidos, regulaciones de seguridad y normas de control de infecciones.
3. Garantiza que las solicitudes de los clientes se atiendan de manera oportuna; puede ayudar con la planificación y coordinación de proyectos.
4. Colabora en la compra de materiales, suministros y equipos; mantiene los inventarios correspondientes.
5. Capacita a los empleados en técnicas, métodos y procedimientos de limpieza, así como en el uso adecuado de equipos.
6. Mantiene una comunicación abierta y colaborativa con proveedores y vendedores externos.
7. Mantiene registros del trabajo realizado.
8. Garantiza el cumplimiento de las políticas y procedimientos establecidos por la Universidad y el departamento, así como de los objetivos, programas de aseguramiento de calidad y normas de seguridad.
9. Puede realizar tareas generales de mantenimiento, limpieza y recolección de basura.
10. Realiza otras funciones relacionadas con el puesto según sean asignadas.

Aviso Importante

Este puesto está asignado al Centro de Ciencias de la Salud (HSC) y puede implicar trabajo en entornos de laboratorios médicos, clínicas y áreas académicas. Las asignaciones en el HSC pueden requerir el uso de equipo de protección personal (EPP) aprobado para entornos médicos.

Además, este puesto está sujeto a horas extra y asignaciones de guardia, que pueden incluir trabajo durante las noches, fines de semana y días festivos, según sea necesario para apoyar las operaciones del campus.

¿Por Qué Unirse a Nosotros?

Trabajar como miembro del personal de la Universidad de Nuevo México (UNM) ofrece una amplia gama de beneficios, entre ellos:

1. Atención Médica Integral: Acceso a planes competitivos de seguro médico, dental y de la vista.
2. Planes de Jubilación: Pensión y participación en opciones adicionales de ahorro para el retiro con generosas contribuciones del empleador.
3. Tiempo Libre Remunerado: Generosas licencias por vacaciones anuales (hasta 168 horas por año), licencia por enfermedad (hasta 96 horas por año) y 11 días festivos pagados para apoyar el equilibrio entre la vida laboral y personal.
4. Desarrollo Profesional: Oportunidades de aprendizaje continuo, desarrollo profesional y exención de matrícula para empleados y sus dependientes.
5. Programas de Bienestar: Acceso a programas de bienestar, instalaciones de acondicionamiento físico y recursos que promueven la salud y el bienestar de los empleados.
6. Participación Comunitaria: Integración en una dinámica comunidad universitaria con diversas actividades culturales y recreativas.
7. Estabilidad Laboral: Empleo estable con salarios competitivos y oportunidades de crecimiento profesional dentro de la institución insignia del estado de Nuevo México.

En UNM, formará parte de un equipo que valora el profesionalismo, el trabajo en equipo y la mejora continua. Si está listo(a) para dar el siguiente paso en su carrera dentro de los servicios de custodia y generar un impacto significativo en la vida universitaria, ¡lo invitamos a postularse!

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

• All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the CWA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• A valid New Mexico driver's license will be required if a motor vehicle must be operated on the job.
• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.

Minimum Qualifications

Less than high school; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of custodial methods, chemicals, and equipment, with an emphasis on green cleaning practices and sustainability.
• Familiarity with safety and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with work order system.
• Understanding of inventory control and vendor management for custodial supplies and services.
• Conocimiento de métodos de limpieza, productos químicos y equipos de custodia, con énfasis en prácticas de limpieza ecológica y sostenibilidad.
• Familiaridad con las normas de seguridad y el cumplimiento regulatorio.
• Experiencia utilizando sistemas de órdenes de trabajo.
• Conocimiento de control de inventarios y gestión de proveedores para suministros y servicios de limpieza.

Additional Requirements Campus Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM Department HSC FM Custodial (720C1) Employment Type Staff Staff Type Regular - Full-Time Term End Date Status Non-Exempt Pay Hourly: $17.56 - $22.29 Benefits Eligible This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information. ERB Statement As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid. Background Check Required Yes For Best Consideration Date 9/22/2026 Eligible for Hiring Incentive No Eligible for Remote Work No Eligible for Remote Work Statement Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

To be considered for this position: 1. Complete the official UNMJOBS application; you must include all prior work experience, including the full dates of employment (month and year) for each position held, and the number of hours worked per week. 2. Attach your current resume with three professional references listed. 3. Attach your cover letter that addresses our preferred qualifications. 4. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Para ser considerado(a) para este puesto:1. Complete la solicitud oficial de UNMJOBS. Debe incluir toda su experiencia laboral previa, incluidas las fechas completas de empleo (mes y año) para cada puesto desempeñado, así como el número de horas trabajadas por semana. 2. Adjunte su currículum vitae (résumé) actualizado, incluyendo tres referencias profesionales. 3. Adjunte una carta de presentación (cover letter) en la que aborde nuestras cualificaciones preferidas. 4. No se considerarán las solicitudes incompletas.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.