ONLY PERMANENT EMPLOYEES IN THE CUSTODIAN TITLE ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY.

The Administration for Children's Services (ACS) protects and promotes the safety and well-being of New York City's children and families by providing child welfare, juvenile justice, and early care services. In juvenile justice, ACS manages and funds services including detention and placement, intensive community-based alternatives for youth, and support services for families.

The Division of Youth and Family Justice (DYFJ) is responsible for oversight and management of secure and non-secure detention services for juveniles (e.g., youth) awaiting disposition in family, criminal, and supreme courts.

The New York City Administration for Children’s Services is seeking an exceptional candidate for the position of Custodian at the Crossroads Juvenile Center. Under immediate supervision, the Supervisor of Custodians will be responsible for performing the following duties, but not limited to:

- Supervise and monitor the Institutional Aides, Painters and Contractors and ensure appropriate facility repairs, cleaning, and tasks are completed as needed.
- Provide supervision to custodial staff and contractors.
- Ensure all employees demonstrate competency in the use of all equipment and supplies through coaching and training.
- Ensure 24/7 cleanliness of the facility.
- Inspect and evaluate physical conditions of the facility to determine the type of work required (hallways, walls, ceilings, floors, roof, laundry equipment, vents, trap lines, and youth living units, etc.).
- Lead and coordinate long and short-term maintenance projects.
- Understand complex written and oral instructions.
- Instruct staff in work policies and procedures.
- Create daily assignment schedules for all housekeeping staff.
- Check equipment to ensure that they are in proper working order and ordering additional equipment as necessary.
- Evaluate and document personnel absences and staff performance.
- Prepare reports and inform facility leadership of issues impacting building safety, cleanliness, etc.
- Perform or assist with housekeeping duties as necessary such as cleaning, laundry, grounds maintenance, painting, moving furniture, etc.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE OFFERED A SALARY BETWEEN $55,450-$62,658.

Section 424-A of the New York Social Services Law requires an authorized agency to inquire whether a candidate for employment with child-caring responsibilities has been the subject of a child abuse and maltreatment report.

TO APPLY

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY USING ONE OF THE OPTIONS BELOW:

For current city employees, go to Employee Self Service (ESS), Recruiting Activities, Careers and search for Job ID#611551.

For all other applicants go to www.nyc.gov/careers and search for Job ID#611551. Click on the "Apply" button.

If you do not have access to a computer, most public libraries have computers available for use.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Two years of full-time satisfactory experience in the cleaning and maintenance of buildings.
To be assigned to Assignment Level II, candidates must have three years of satisfactory experience as described in the "Qualification Requirements" above.
To be assigned to Assignment Level III and IV candidates must have four years of satisfactory experience as described in the "Qualification Requirements" above.

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.