Title: Housekeeper (wage) Readvertisement

State Role Title: Hsekeep &/or Apparel Worker I

Hiring Range: $18.50 - $18.91

Pay Band: 1

Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice

Location: Bon Air JCC

Agency Website: https://www.djj.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) protects the public by preparing court-involved youth to be successful citizens. DJJ is committed to excellence in public safety by providing effective interventions that improve the lives of youth, strengthening both families and communities within the Commonwealth.

We are hiring for an evening wage Housekeeper to ensure all areas are clean and tidy. While maintaining public areas, including lobbies, hallways, and restrooms. A Housekeeper plays a crucial role in maintaining a safe and hygienic environment, adhering to health and safety regulations.

In this role the candidate will assist in providing an environmentally safe working environment for residents and staff. Here at the Department of juvenile justice employees will be required to perform entry level custodial services and janitorial operations in accordance with specific guidelines and safety regulations. These regulations are to include blood-borne pathogens and other related OSHA and EPA guidelines. The objective of this position is to routinely maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and wellness for the Bon Air campus. The scope of work includes but is not limited to the following buildings: sixteen buildings with office spaces. One educational school building, and two vocational/trade school building.

Filling multiple positions.

Work Schedule Expectations - This position requires flexibility to work as needed

Hours are Monday-Friday 3:00pm-11:00pm and every other Sunday 6pm-9pm. Working 3-4 days a week (cannot exceed 30 hours a week)

A valid Virginia's driver's license is required.

As an employee with the Department of Juvenile Justice, it is my understanding that as part of my daily work, I will have access to and acquire certain confidential information.

I understand that the collection of such information must remain confidential. I will not use confidential information for my own purposes. I will only share sensitive information with others as necessary or required for legitimate business purposes and will use encryption when sharing sensitive data by email. I will exercise care in preventing unauthorized people from viewing confidential information. I agree that I have an obligation to maintain, in confidence, all information entrusted to me because of my position within the agency. I also understand that any violation of confidentiality, misuse, or inappropriate use of information may result in disciplinary action.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of residential/commercial cleaning and sanitation techniques, and proper use of chemicals and solutions.
• Knowledge of the proper use of personal protective equipment relevant to janitorial and/or housekeeping functions.
• Demonstrates an ability to perform multiple cleaning tasks
• Demonstrates a clear understanding of standard cleaning techniques and industry guidelines and safety regulations
• Demonstrates an understanding of Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) OSHA guidelines and blood-borne pathogens.
• Experience using industrial grade cleaning equipment
  

Additional Considerations

N/A

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.

In support of Governor’s Executive Order 44, may be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

Contact Information

Name: DJJ Talent Acquisition Team

Phone: please email your questions to Porsha.Lewis@djj.virginia.gov

Email: Porsha.Lewis@djj.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.