Custodial Supervisor - Nights- 5:00pm - 1:30am

About Our Job

The Denver Public Library (DPL) isn't just a place to borrow books; it's a vibrant, essential hub for our diverse city. As a growing urban library system with 28 locations and over 4 million annual visitors, we're deeply woven into the fabric of Denver.

Join a team where your values align with your work. At the Denver Public Library, we're not just serving our community; we're building a culture guided by values that empower both our staff and the public.

  • Welcoming: We make our resources, services, and expertise accessible for all, recognize the inherent dignity in each person, and provide safe places where everyone can be themselves.

  • Curiosity: We foster a culture of exploration, innovation, and forward thinking by creating environments that support learning and growth.

  • Connection: We are neighbors. We foster relationships, listen and act to build and strengthen our community. We bring people together to share information, ideas, and experiences.

  • Equity: We work to change inequitable practices, structures and policies, and attitudes that drive them, to provide opportunities for every person in our community to thrive. As we do so, we actively examine our roles in perpetuating oppressive systems.

  • Stewardship: We are accountable to our community, using our resources responsibly. We lead with honesty and integrity, protect privacy and preserve and share the full history of our Denver community.

If you're passionate about service, community engagement, and creating positive change, we invite you to explore career opportunities with us. Come join a team that believes in the power of knowledge, connection, and equity.

Unrivaled Benefits

The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but is not limited to:

  • Four (4) Medical Plans, Dental, Vision Insurance

  • Pension Plan for Life (employee contributes 8.45%, employer matches at 17.95%) and 457 (b) Retirement Plan

  • PTO (over 3 weeks in your first year), 4 paid wellness days, and 12 paid holidays

  • CARE Bank, Family Leave Benefits

  • Enhanced Work/Life Balance: Employee Assistance Program (6 counseling sessions per year, legal assistance, financial counseling, discounted recreation center passes), Employee Volunteer Program

  • Learning and Development Opportunities; Courses and Career Development Resources

  • EcoPass (unlimited free RTD bus/train rides)

  • For more information please visit our website.

About Our Position

The Denver Public Library is looking for a Night Custodial Supervisor to lead and perform custodial work, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment in our libraries. They will work with custodial staff to ensure facilities are clean and up to custodial standards. This position will supervise and work with the custodial team on routine workload and special projects. Some examples of work they will supervise and perform: changing light bulbs, trim landscaping, mow grass, remove snow and ice. They will resolve problems encountered during daily operations and determine appropriate solutions. They promote teamwork, encourage regular communication and inform staff of relevant business issues and their impact on the organization. Work schedule: Monday - Friday 5:00pm - 1:30am

What You Would Bring

Our ideal candidate has a solid understanding of custodial work and will lead by example through this time of transition. In addition, they have:

  • Knowledge of the methods, materials and equipment used in building maintenance and custodial activities.

  • Knowledge of the hazards involved and the safety practices required for custodial activities.

  • Skill in basic computer operations.

  • Skill in the operation and use of custodial equipment and supplies.

  • Ability to respond to customer concerns and needs as needed.

  • Ability to work alongside custodial staff to meet department goals and outcomes.

  • Ability to work in a physically demanding position with continuous bending, kneeling, and lifting of objects that can weigh up to 25-50 pounds.

  • Ability to train, motivate and supervise custodial staff.

  • Ability to follow simple written or oral instructions.

  • Ability to work in an environment with people from all backgrounds and age groups.

  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize.

  • Ability to work with a diverse group of people.

  • Ability to create and maintain positive relationship with customers, staff and the community.

  • Ability to creatively problem-solve, negotiate and handle stressful situations in a positive manner.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • A high school diploma or equivalency.

  • Three years of custodial experience.

  • A current Colorado driver's license with a good driving record.

Substitutions:
  • A combination of appropriate education and experience may be substituted for the minimum education and experience requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Flooring and carpet cleaning experience

Don't let a "checklist" hold you back! Research shows that women and other underrepresented and historically marginalized groups often self-select out if they don't meet every qualification. If you're reading this and feel a true passion for making an impact, we wholeheartedly encourage you to apply, as an equal combination of education and experience will be considered for all applicants. Your excitement for this work matters just as much as your resume.

Work Environment & Location

The Denver Public Library's branches are the arms to the community-each a unique reflection of the dynamic, diverse communities we serve. At DPL, we pride ourselves on showing up and providing support whenever there is a need. While you may be hired for a specific location, please know that we are hiring with the expectation that at any time, you may be required to work at any one of our branches based on operational needs. This allows our staff to experience the full breadth of Denver's communities and ensures we consistently deliver the highest level of service across our branches.

DPL employees may be redeployed to work in other locations or capacities to support core functions of the library system during branch closures or other emergencies.

Work schedule: Monday - Friday 5:00pm - 1:30am

Application & Additional Info

Ensure that the 'Work Experience" section of the application is complete and contains all relevant work experience related to the position that you are applying for. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. Job postings will close at 12AM on the posted ending date. If interested in this opportunity, please apply as soon as possible.

Offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of criminal history and employment verification.

All Denver Public Library employees must apply through their internal profile.

Ready to learn more and see how you can contribute? Visit us at denverlibrary.org and connect with our community on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

About Everything Else

Job Profile

LJ1875 Custodial Supervisor

To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here.

Position Type

Unlimited

Library Hiring Range

$21.26 - $26.57

Target Pay

Agency

Denver Public Library

Redeployment during Citywide Emergencies

City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor.

Assessment Requirement

The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

It is your right to access oral or written language assistance, sign language interpretation, real-time captioning via CART, or disability-related accommodations. To request any of these services at no cost to you, please contact Jobs@Denvergov.org with three business days' notice.

Applicants for employment with the City and County of Denver must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.

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