Housekeeper

Housekeeper

The Science Museum is currently seeking a Housekeeper to ensure that the Science Museum is clean on a daily basis, as well as for special events. As a Housekeeper, you will be responsible for following the Science Museum's cleaning protocols to ensure that all areas are clean and provide guests with the best possible experience. You will also be responsible for cleaning the event spaces before, during, and after each event. The Science Museum has four levels that are cleaned and maintained throughout the day, as well as dedicated event spaces that require regular attention. It is important that you have considerable knowledge of cleaning techniques, materials, equipment, and chemicals for a wide variety of surfaces and materials, as well as sanitation standards for a public facility. You should also be familiar with safety practices when using chemicals and cleaning equipment, and have experience operating power cleaning equipment such as buffers and vacuum cleaners. Additionally, you should be able to perform a range of cleaning tasks, including lifting and moving heavy objects (up to 50 pounds), frequent standing, walking, pushing, pulling, bending, and reaching. Good oral communication skills are essential for this position. This position requires availability on nights, weekends, and holidays. Benefits The position offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, FSA, HRA, HSA, life insurance, 457 and pension plan, short and long-term disability and employee assistance program. The Science Museum has a generous paid time off policy, including vacation leave, four days family & personal leave, eight sick days per year and 13 paid holidays.

Minimum Qualifications

Considerable knowledge of cleaning techniques, methods, materials, equipment, and chemicals for a wide variety of surfaces and materials and sanitation standards for a public facility. Knowledge of safety practices in using chemicals and cleaning equipment. Working skill in the operation of power cleaning equipment such as buffers and vacuum-cleaners. Ability to perform a variety of cleaning tasks, to include lifting and moving heavy objects (up to 50 pounds); frequent standing / walking, pushing / pulling, bending, reaching required. Good oral communication skills. Candidates must be able to follow departmental guidelines, use Google Workspace tools effectively, and complete tasks accurately using checklists. This position requires availability on nights, weekends, and holidays.

Additional Considerations

Prior experience housekeeping experience, preferably in a large multi-building environment

The Science Museum of Virginia will accept ONLY online applications for all Science Museum employment opportunities. To be considered for this position, you must submit a Commonwealth of Virginia application or resume through the on-line "Virginia Jobs" (RMS) employment site no later than 11 : 55 p.m. on the closing date listed. If the position is an open until filled recruitment; the position will remain open for a minimum of 5 workdays or until the position is filled. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and additional qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application; therefore, it is essential to provide detailed information. Submitting an application lacking in detail, may impact your interview eligibility. The RMS website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. Please refer to your RMS account for the status of your application and this position. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment within 90 days of the closing date. Computers are available for applying for jobs in public libraries and the Virginia Employment Commission offices. The Science Museum seeks motivated people of all backgrounds. We value diversity of cultures, races and ethnicities, gender expressions, and abilities. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request. As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer the Science Museum Welcomes Veterans to apply! We provide hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application or resume. Selected candidate(s) must successfully pass a criminal history background check. A record of criminal history does not automatically bar an applicant from consideration. Employment verification will be conducted to include current / previous supervisory employment reference checks. The Science Museum will record information from each new employee's Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

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.

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