Supervisor Of Custodial Services / Building / Grounds Specialist Ii / Dis-Bph

Salary: $22,128.00 - $40,946.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 161785
Agency: Department of Mental Health-DIS Columbia
Opening Date: 02/21/2024
Closing Date: 5/21/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: KA10
Position Number:: 60004927
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Pay Band: Band 2
Opening Date: 02/21/2024
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply on-line at www.careers.sc.gov. Follow the status of your application on-line.
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Work schedule will vary and be Monday-Sunday and holidays. It will be discussed during interviews.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
With our Agency's mission to support the recovery of people with mental illnesses, we provide a complete array of medical and support services for children, adults, and families throughout South Carolina.
This position is located at the Department of Mental Health - Division of Inpatient Services, 220 Faison Drive, Columbia, SC 29203.
As the Building/Grounds Specialist II, you will serve as a supervisor in Environmental Services. You will be responsible for the maintenance of a sanitary, safe, and therapeutic environment in patient's areas.
Responsibilities for this Supervisor of Custodial Services include but are not limited to:

• Plans work schedules, special projects, trains and maintains time sheet on all custodial staff assigned.
• Analyzes problems and makes decisions taking in consideration standards of the JointCornmission, Employee Relations and EEO.
• Completes EPMS process on employees under supervision and prepares disciplinary action notices when necessary.
• Communicates with Nurse Managers and other disciplines to coordinate activities in assigned areas.
• Performs inventory of supplies and equipment in assigned areas and orders when necessary.
• Keeps an accurate book of SDS on all chemicals used by employees.
• Reviews job applications, interviews selected applicants and makes recommendations for hiring.

Minimum and Additional Requirements
State Minimum Requirements: Experience in custodial, housekeeping or pest control work that is directly related to the area of employment.
Agency (Facility) Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma or GED and seven (7) years of Custodial experience.
Note:If any Agency Requirements are listed above, applicants must also meet those requirements to be considered for the position.
Additional Comments
Must have extensive knowledge of how to properly carry out tasks. Skilled in the use of cleaning equipment. Ab1e to keep accurate written records and knowledge of personnel requirements. Ability to plan and direct the work of subordinates' staff and ability to train new employees. Knowledge of safety practices relevant to the area of employment. Ability to work independently using skills and knowledge in decision making with minimum supervision. Ability to operate floor machine (wet/dry vacuum and other equipment used in the department). Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. We provide affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. Please account for any and all gaps of employment in your application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of application completion nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
The South Carolina Department of Mental Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Have you ever been employed by the SC Department of Mental Health?

• Yes
• No

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If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense (other than in a Juvenile Court), you MUST list this information (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record.) This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. *Please note that conviction of a criminal offense does not bar you from employment in all cases; each conviction is evaluated individually. However, failure to list convictions is considered falsification of the application and WILL BE grounds for termination, if hired. It is your responsibility to know what is on your criminal record. If you have charges on your record that appear without a court disposition (result) you may be asked to provide that information if selected for employment. If you have questions, please inquire before you complete your application.PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ANSWERING THIS QUESTION WILL DEEM YOUR APPLICATION AS INCOMPLETE AND IT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.Please indicate your understanding to this statement by checking the box below.

• Checking this box indicates my understanding to the above referenced statement.

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Have you ever held a permanent (full-time equivalent) position with a SC state agency and/or been an employee of a SC school district?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a high school diploma or GED and seven (7) years of Custodial experience?

• Yes
• No

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How did you hear about our vacancy?

• SC State jobs portal/careers.sc.gov
• Simply Hired
• Indeed
• College/Alumni Career Services Center
• Friend/Relative
• Referral from current DMH Employee
• Other (commercials, billboards, emails, ads, etc.) - Please specify.

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If you answered "Referral from current DMH Employee" for question above, please list name below:
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If you answered "Other" for question #5 above, please indicate from where below:
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Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open").
Required Question