Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for maintaining clean, welcoming, and well-organized environments? Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) is seeking a Housekeeper to provide high-quality cleaning and organizational services for designated residential spaces as well as buildings across the main campus. If you take pride in creating immaculate environments and delivering exceptional service, this role may be a perfect fit for you! Key Responsibilities Residential Cleaning & Support Perform routine residential cleaning tasks, including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, and polishing furniture, to ensure living and hospitality spaces remain clean and inviting. Maintain organization throughout residential areas by managing inventory, organizing closets, drawers, and storage spaces, and ensuring all items are stored properly. Support guest and event preparation by setting up and breaking down residential spaces used for meetings, hospitality, or special functions. Launder, fold, and iron linens; make beds; change linens; and ensure rooms are neat, hygienic, and prepared for occupants and guests. Provide courteous and professional customer service when interacting with residents, visitors, and university personnel. Maintain confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism when working in private or semi-private residential environments. Follow safety procedures, report maintenance concerns promptly, and ensure equipment is used and maintained properly. Main Campus Cleaning Responsibilities Perform high and low dusting, sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming in academic, administrative, and common-area spaces. Clean and sanitize restrooms, including fixtures, floors, mirrors, dispensers, and partitions. Shampoo carpets, clean glass, wash walls, and maintain light fixtures as assigned. Empty and replace trash receptacle liners and ensure proper disposal of waste and recyclables. Support routine and project-based floor maintenance, including buffing, stripping, waxing, and other periodic tasks. Move furniture and operate cleaning equipment such as vacuums, auto-scrubbers, and carpet extractors. Maintain and store cleaning supplies, tools, and equipment responsibly and in accordance with departmental guidelines. Why Join WSSU? At Winston-Salem State University, we are committed to providing clean, safe, and welcoming environments for students, employees, and visitors. As a Housekeeper supporting both residential and campus facilities, you will play a key role in helping the university maintain spaces that reflect pride, comfort, and excellence in service. Apply Today! If you are ready to bring your cleaning expertise, organizational skills, and customer-service mindset to a meaningful role that supports the WSSU community, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and help us maintain the high standards that make WSSU a place to live, learn, and thrive! Primary Function of Organizational Unit To provide housekeeping, grounds, recycling and sanitation services to all University owned properties and grounds. Position Information Position Number 081384 Competency Level Journey Working Position Title Custodian / Housekeeper Building and Room No. 1602 Lowery St Work Hours: From [time] to [time] on [days] of [week] Variable schedule - 5:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Monday - Friday and occasional weekends as required, hours subject to change based on University and institutional needs. Hours per week 40 Months per year 12 Appointment Type Permanent Full-Time If Time Limited. No Appointment Length. 12 DHR Assigned Fields FTE 1 Requirements and Preferences Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies All - Emergency and Pandemic on site Position required to work On-Call/ Emergency Callback Yes Minimum Experience/ Education Some knowledge of cleaning procedures, ability to follow instructions and to perform medium to heavy physical work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Special certification may be required for some of these positions Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education High school diploma or equivalent. Previous housekeeping experience, preferably in a high-profile or executive residence. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality. Good communication skills. Flexibility to work irregular hours, including weekends and evenings occasionally, as needed. Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 25 pounds, bending, standing, and walking for extended periods. Capacity to handle cleaning equipment and supplies safely. Required License or Certification Valid NC Drivers License Valid US Driver's License Yes Commercial Driver's License Required No Physical Required No List any other medical/drug tests required Posting Details Posting Details Posting Number SPA 01034 P Internal Posting Only No Time Limited Position No Appointment Length State Salary Range $33,540 - $47,847 Internal Salary Range $33,540 - $37,594 Open Date 04/13/2026 Close Date 04/30/2026 Open Until Filled No