FACILITIES - CUSTODIAN - SENIOR SALARIED (SY 2012-2013)

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Montgomery County Public Schools
Christiansburg, Virginia (map)

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Job Details

Job ID: 77506	Application Deadline: Posted until Filled
Re-posted: March 27, 2013	Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

SALARIED SENIOR CUSTODIAN
School Year 2012-2013

The senior custodian is required to ensure a clean and safe environment for students and staff members. Requirements include performance and oversight of cleaning and general maintenance of the school building and its grounds. The senior custodian assumes responsibility for opening and closing the school. Other duties include stocking and ordering supplies, completing seasonal tasks, and completing other tasks as assigned by the Principal or Custodial Services Manager. MCPS is accepting applications on an on-going basis for Salaried Senior Custodian positions that may become available in the District.

Position Type: Full-time
Positions Available: 1

Equal Opportunity Employer

Montgomery County Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies:

Director of Elementary Education and Director of Secondary Education
750 Imperial Street, SE, Christiansburg, VA 24073
540.382.5100

Job Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment
• Ability to perform tasks requiring moderate physical strength
• Ability to read basic operating instructions and the ability to complete inventory and requisition forms
• Ability to cooperate with other staff members
• Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment
• Ability to respond to emergencies in support of students and school operations
• Dependability and punctuality
• Ability to support school functions and community activities as deemed necessary

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Certificate in Supervision, two years of successful leadership or supervision that required planning and organizing skills and abilities
• Ability to oversee other custodians to ensure duties are completed
• Ability to use a computer and input data
• Knowledge of “Team Cleaning” and “Team Cleaning” concepts

Salary: 2012-2013 Level II Support Services Staff Salary Scale B

High School/Trade School degree preferred

Application Instructions

Thank you for your interest in employment with Montgomery County Public Schools, Virginia.

You will be required to answer the questions listed below when you apply to this job posting. Please review these questions before you apply so that you may prepare your answers accordingly.

When completing your application, please include all previous work experience.

Applicants interested in Instructional Aide or Special Education Aide Positions must meet the following criteria:

48 college semester credits completed, or;

Successful completion of the ParaPro Assessment

In the event that a candidate fails to meet the minimum standards for the ParaPro Assessment after three attempts, a subsequent assessment may be allowed with evidence of successful participation in an academic remediation program. If additional assessments are approved, (after the third attempt) the candidate will pay for the cost of the assessment.

(Montgomery County Public Schools does not require applicants to enter or have transcripts verified by SchoolSpring. You may mail a copy of your transcripts to MCPS. Please note that an official copy of your transcripts will be required if you are offered an Instructional Aide or Special Education Aide position with MCPS.)

Application Questions

This employer has requested that all applicants answer the following questions. It is highly recommended that you type any essays in a word processing program, save them, and then paste them on the proceeding job application page.


1.	Do you have a family member who serves as the Division Superintendent or as a School Board member: If yes, please identify by name. Yes/No

2.	Do you have a family member (defined as father, mother, brother, sister, spouse, son, daughter, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, sister-in-law or brother-in-law) who is employed with MCPS? If yes, please identify by name and list the school or department where they work. Yes/No

3.	Have you ever been involuntarily terminated from employment or resigned in lieu of termination? If yes, please explain stating the name of the employer, the date of termination or resignation, and the reason for the separation. Yes/No

4.	Do you have any physical condition(s) which may limit your ability to perform the particular job for which you are applying? If yes, please indicate what accommodation is needed. Yes/No

5.	If hired by MCPS, I understand that my contract will be withdrawn if I knowingly and willfully procure, sell, or administer anabolic steroids or cause such drugs to be procured, sold, or administered to a student, or if I fail to report the use of such drugs by a student to a school administrator as required by the Code of Virginia 54.1-3401 Yes/No

6.	Have you resided in any other state(s) besides Virginia in the past five years? If yes, please indicate the state(s), county(ies), city(ies) and/or town(s). Yes/No

7.	I understand that by applying to MCPS I am giving my permission to solicit information from the State Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry from each state that I have resided in during the past five years. Yes/No

8.	For purposes of compliance with Section 40.1-11.1 of the Code of Virginia, entitled "Employment of Illegal Immigrants," are you legally eligible for employment in the United States? Yes/No

9.	Are you currently employed with Montgomery County Public Schools in any position? Yes/No

10.	Are you currently employed by another school district? If yes, please give the name of the school district and state your position. Yes/No

11.	Would you like for MCPS to share your application with surrounding school districts that may be seeking qualified candidates? Yes/No

12.	Have you ever been convicted of a felony? Yes/No

13.	I hereby certify that all statements are true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. I understand that if employed, the terms of the contract are subject to change should the information provided be inaccurate or not officially verifiable. Yes/No

14.	I hereby authorize the Office of Personnel to conduct work history, personal references, or police record inquiries and waive the right to hold liable those persons for providing any requested information. It is understood that such information is to be absolutely privileged, confidential, and used only in determining my qualifications for employment and assignment. Yes/No

15.	I agree that any willful omission or falsification of material facts in this application, which would ordinarily be used as a basis for not hiring me, will constitute sufficient reason for immediate dismissal. I understand that unless this application is completed in detail, it may not be considered. Yes/No

16.	Affidavit: I acknowledge that I am required to inform the Transportation Supervisor of all driving violations or loss of driver's license. If I become physically or mentally ill after my annual physical and there are questions about my ability to safely drive a school bus, I will obtain a second physician's examination at my expense. Yes/No

17.	Please indicate the level you are physically able to lift repeatedly: Multiple Choice / Single Answer - Up to 20 pounds - Up to 30 pounds - Up to 40 pounds - Up to 50 pounds - None of the above

18.	Have you ever been convicted of a crime of moral turpitude (i.e. lying, cheating, or stealing) or any offense involving the sexual molestation, physical or sexual abuse or rape of a child? If yes, please include an explanation. Multiple Choice / Single Answer - Yes - No

19.	Have you ever been charged and found guilty of child abuse and/or neglect? If yes, please include an explanation. Multiple Choice / Single Answer - Yes - No

20.	Are any criminal charges or proceedings pending against you? If yes, please include an explanation. Multiple Choice / Single Answer - Yes - No

21.	Have you ever been charged with or convicted of the possession, sale, use, and/or distribution of any illegal substance? If yes, please include an explanation. Multiple Choice / Single Answer - Yes - No

22.	Please indicate your skills below. Please check all that apply. Multiple Choice / Multiple Answers - Ability to assist students with safe and orderly behavior in all school environments - Ability to be dependable and punctual - Ability to maintain an unquestionable degree of confidentiality - Ability to multi-task, work with interruptions, and work under pressure - Ability to read, comprehend, and complete forms/paperwork - Ability to understand and follow verbal/written communication - Ability to work flexible hours as required - Ability to work independently while consistently demonstrating a professional level of reliability - Demonstrate mature and responsible decision making skills

23.	Are you interested in (please check all that apply): Multiple Choice / Multiple Answers - Part time employment - Full time employment - Temporary employment - Substitute employment - Any of the above

24.	Indicate the highest level of education completed (please check all that apply): Multiple Choice / Multiple Answers - High School Diploma or GED - Associate's Degree - Bachelor's Degree - Master's Degree - Ed.D or Ph.D. - Completion of 48 Semester Hours of College - Completion of 60 Semester Hours of College - None of the above

25.	Additional Information Long Essay (Answer limited to 4000 characters, including spaces)

Contact Information

Human Resources Department
750 Imperial Street, SE
Christianburg, Virginia 24073
Phone: 540.382.5100
Fax: 540.394.4446
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