Job Information
CUNY Custodial Supervisor (Provisional) in Bronx, New York
Custodial Supervisor (Provisional)
GENERAL DUTIES
Under supervision, perform work of ordinary difficulty and responsibility supervising cleaning and maintenance of buildings, their furnishings and their immediate grounds.
There are no Assignment Levels within this classification. All personnel perform related work. This specification describes typical assignments; related duties may be assigned as needed.
On an assigned tour of duty, supervises a small- to medium-sized group of employees, principally cleaners, engaged in cleaning and maintaining college buildings and their furnishings. This involves such tasks as sweeping, dusting, scrubbing, polishing, washing, shampooing carpets, cleaning sidewalks and walkways of dirt, debris and snow, gathering and disposing of refuse in accordance with New York City recycling regulations, operating elevators, moving school furniture, and mowing and caring for lawns.
− Inspects work of subordinates to insure maximum efficiency, economy and quality of work.
− Prepares work schedules utilizing college systems for scheduling and/or timekeeping.
− Stores and issues supplies.
− Trains or arranges for training of new employees.
− Monitors and evaluates employee performance in keeping with CUNY guidelines.
− Maintains records and prepares required reports.
− Oversees the use and maintenance of cleaning equipment such as compactors, extractors, buffing machines, vacuum cleaners, etc.
− May perform minor maintenance work such as replacing light bulbs.
− Ensures all appropriate safety procedures are observed in the performance of tasks.
− Directs the use of high dusters and extensions in the performance of assigned tasks in compliance with all safety regulations.
CONTRACT TITLE
Custodial Supervisor
FLSA
Non-exempt
CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION
Lehman College, of The City University of New York, ranks among the top five institutions in the nation for fostering social mobility. A four-year Hispanic-Serving Institution in the Bronx, Lehman offers bachelor’s, master’s, and advanced degrees and certificate programs in the Liberal Arts, sciences, and professions. The College’s community-driven mission and notable academic programs attract a diverse, international enrollment of over 15,000 students who take courses on its 37-acre, tree-lined campus and online degree programs. Many thousands more community members benefit yearly from its active cultural, educational, health, and economic outreach programs and services.
Important Note:
Essential Personnel Role
Work Shift: 1 st Shift (6:30am-3:00pm)
The position requires mandated overtime.
100% In-Person
Applicants must be a current CUNY employee in the Custodial Assistant title.
*Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States. Sponsorship will not be offered for this position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Completion of an eighth grade education and three years of full-time experience in the cleaning and maintenance of a building.
Additional education above the eighth grade may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to two years of the required work experience. However, all candidates must possess a minimum of one (1) year of full-time work experience as described above.
For work experience requirements, CUNY considers full-time work to be 35 hours per week. Part-time experience of at least 20 hours per week may be prorated and credited instead of, but not in addition to, full-time experience during the same period. Part-time experience of less than 20 hours per week will not be credited at all.
Demonstrated English language proficiency, including ability to speak, read, write, and understand English well enough to meet minimally acceptable performance standards set for job duties.
By the completion of the probationary period, demonstrated competency in supervising employees.
COMPENSATION
New Salary: $39,922
Incumbent: $44,682
3Yr Incumbent: $45,575
4Yr Incumbent: $46,259
5Yr Incumbent: $46,952
*This amount reflects a 13% salary suppression in effect for the first 24 months of employment only.
BENEFITS
CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, go to www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.
CLOSING DATE
3/30/2026
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Support Staff
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID: 31923
Location: Lehman College
Job Type: Full-Time