Title: Senior Custodian

State Role Title: Hsekeep &/or Apparel Worker II

Hiring Range: $40,500.00

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation

Location: Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation

Agency Website: jyfmuseums.org

Recruitment Type: Agency Employee Only - A

Job Duties

The Senior Custodian performs a full range of custodial duties to maintain clean, safe, and welcoming museum facilities, including restrooms, galleries, offices, classrooms, and public areas. This position serves as a lead worker by providing daily direction to custodial staff, ensuring adherence to established cleaning standards, completing inspections, coordinating assignments, and supporting the Custodial Supervisor in maintaining consistent service quality. Responsibilities include daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning tasks; restocking supplies; initiating and closing work requests in the Asset Essentials system; assisting with special events and room setups; responding to emergencies and adverse weather; and upholding customer‑service standards in all interactions. The role is designated essential and supports overall Facilities operations as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of custodial methods, cleaning chemicals, equipment, and safety practices.

Skill in operating manual and powered cleaning equipment.

Ability to read and follow instructions, complete checklists, and perform varied cleaning tasks.

Ability to lift heavy objects, stand for extended periods, and perform manual labor.

Ability to provide direction to staff and support consistent work quality.

Commitment to customer service and the Housekeeping Model.

Strong communication skills, to include oral, written and active listening.

Additional Considerations

Experience mentoring and training staff to meet JYF custodial standards.

Knowledge of Asset Essentials

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Contact Information

Name: Coy Mozingo

Phone: 757-253-4042

Email: hr@jyf.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.