Job Description

Posting number: 2026-00543

Department: Property Management

Division: CHCH

Job classification: Custodian Senior (1047)

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Custodial, Building & Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance

Summary

The current vacancy is in the Ramsey County Property Management department. The eligibility list created by this vacancy may be used to hire other vacancies in the department.

To perform janitorial and/or building guard duties in a Ramsey County facility, to include cleaning and maintaining public buildings and surrounding areas, controlling building entrance and exit, inspecting building areas, and making safety/security checks; and to perform related duties as assigned.

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Examples of duties

1. Clean and maintain offices, workstations, restrooms, and other building areas to include cleaning and maintenance of floors, carpets, walls, windows, furnishings and other building fixtures by using a variety of techniques, methods, and equipment such as burnishers, buffers, shampooers, extractors, vacuums; ensure areas are fully stocked with essential supplies.
2. Receive, store and deliver supplies; set up, move or store tables, chairs, and other furniture, possibly several times within one shift; and maintain tools, equipment and supplies used on the job.
3. Inspect building areas and grounds to check safety and security measures such as locked doors and windows, fire hazards, trespass, unauthorized exit or theft, and slipping/tripping hazards. Operate electronic doors and elevators and record the distribution of security keys to staff.
4. Answer phone calls and provide information to the public or refer calls to staff; and provide work direction to season employees.
5. Reviewing and collecting sharps containers around the building.

(The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this work and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required.)

Finger printing: The Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) and the FBI require the Property Management Department to submit fingerprint cards of new employees and to keep them on file for every employee that has access to areas where their databases or information are accessed, produced, used, or stored.

Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA): Certification by the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) for authorized access to areas where the Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) is accessed or CJIS information is stored is required after hire and the ability to maintain this certification every year.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.

Qualifications

Education: High School graduation or equivalent.

Experience: None.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience navigating computers and internet - including entering timesheets, taking Right-to-Know trainings, and Microsoft Office products.
• Experience using EAM, SRS, or other related work-order software systems.
• Knowledge of custodian cleaning/safety procedures and cleaning equipment.

Supplemental information

The examination process will consist of the following section with each section weighted as indicated:

• Training and Experience Rating = 100%

The examination for Custodian Senior will consist of a training and experience rating, comprised of the questions in the attached supplemental questionnaire. Not all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will pass the training and experience rating. The rating on this supplemental questionnaire will depend on your answers to the questions – do not mark “see resume” or “see work history” as a response. Please answer all your questions clearly and completely. Failure to respond could affect your score and final rank on this examination.

Eligible List: The names of all applicants who have submitted a completed application and passed the examination/screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for an employment opportunity as a Custodian Senior. This list will be certified to the appointing authority which may use this list to conduct interviews to fill a vacancy. Applicants will remain on the list for 30 days or until hired, whichever occurs first. A notice will be sent to applicants at the time the eligible list is posted.

Veteran's Preference: This is a classified position requiring an open, competitive selection process. Veteran's Preference points will be applied after a candidate passes the examination process. Applicants who are eligible for veteran's preference should update their veteran's DD214, and other supporting documents, and submit them as an attachment at the time of application.

Criminal Background Checks: All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from employment, or removed from employment.

E-Verify Participation: Ramsey County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs, and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, familial or marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance status, place of residence, political affiliation, or national origin.

Ramsey County is deeply committed to advancing racial equity and promoting diversity and inclusion within all areas of its workforce. The county strives to be equitable, inclusive, transparent, respectful, and impactful in how we serve and engage with residents, as well as Ramsey County employees. Advancing racial equity ensures all people who need access to opportunities and services we provide, will receive them. Racial equity is achieved when race can no longer be used to predict life outcomes, and outcomes for all are improved.

To print a paper application for this posting click Paper Application. You will need to print this posting AND answer the supplemental questions associated with this exam and submit them with your completed paper application.

For further information regarding this posting, please contact lindsey.hunter@ramseycountymn.gov