Job Description Summary
Organization's Summary Statement:The Department of Residential Facilities is responsible for the maintenance and housekeeping services for the College Park Campus' 70+ residence halls, Greek chapter houses, and recreational facilities encompassing over 2.7 million square feet. The department employs over 300 exempt, non-exempt, and student staff.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Housekeeper position provides housekeeping services in an assigned area; maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, appearance, healthfulness, and safety possible so that the purposes, safety and comfort of the people and the places we serve are enabled. Within an assigned area or building(s), the position will perform the full range of housekeeping tasks to include but not limited to trash removal, floor care, restroom/locker room cleaning, public area cleaning, and high dusting. The work shift will be 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and will include working some weekends and holidays.
Preferences: N/A
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Incumbent would also have to stand, walk, bend, twist, and stoop as part of regular duties. As part of staff training and skills development, the incumbent may need to demonstrate how to effectively perform overhead work and use powered equipment.
Incumbent may be required to work in non-air-conditioned spaces, work with cleaning chemicals, lift and carry materials and equipment weighing up to fifty (50) pounds.
Work will involve repetitive motion. The incumbent will be required to inspect work, which may involve bending, stooping, walking, and climbing.
License/Certifications: N/A
Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION:
EXPERIENCE:
OTHER:
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Ability to read, write, and perform arithmetic calculations; to operate assigned tools and housekeeping equipment; to work with chemicals and cleaning solutions; to understand and follow directions; to lift and transport supplies and refuse; to wear and work in personal protective equipment.
OTHER:
Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job.
Additional Job Details
Preferences: N/A
Required Application Materials: Completed Application
Best Consideration Date: N/A
Posting Close Date: July 7, 2026
Open Until Filled: No
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
This position requires an onsite presence.
This position’s work shift is from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm.
This position is an essential employee related to catastrophic, weather, or other emergencies. During emergencies outside of regular work hours and periods of inclement weather when the University is closed, reports to work to coordinate the housekeeping response or delivery of essential housekeeping services.
Job Risks
Occupational Related Bloodborne Pathogen ExposureFinancial Disclosure Required
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Department
VPSA-Res Facilities-North CampusWorker Sub-Type
Staff RegularSalary Range
$38,000.00 - $45,600.00Benefits Summary
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Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Employment Eligibility
The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
EEO Statement
The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice
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