Assistant Building Service Manager I
Release Date: May 7, 2026 Application Deadline: May 21, 2026
Requisition:12070
Current benefited staff of SMCPS who submit a timely application and meet the minimum qualifications for the position shall be granted an interview and shall be considered to fill the vacancy prior to external applicants being considered. Questions regarding your application and/or candidacy should be directed to the Department of Human Resources.
Position: Assistant Building Service Manager I
Location: Park Hall Elementary
Salary: The salary for this position will be based on EASMC-ESP salary schedule for twelve-month eight-hour employees - Range 6. ($37,292 - $56,397)
Effective: May 2026
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Qualified applicants, including current employees of St. Mary's County Public Schools, must complete a TalentEd online application. In addition to the online application, any supporting documentation (unofficial transcript and/or copy of the certification, where applicable) must be scanned and uploaded to the TalentEd application. The online application and any support documentation must clearly demonstrate that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications, including information about the applicant's background, experience, and professional qualifications. Failure to submit all required documentation will result in your application being considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be forwarded to the selection committee for review. All online applications must be completed no later than May 21, 2026. Following a screening of credentials, interviews will be scheduled. Please contact the Department of Human Resources with questions. (301-475-5511, ext. 32187)
NATURE OF WORK
The Assistant Building Service Manager I (generally assigned to a small to mid-sized elementary school) is primarily responsible for directing a staff of Building Service personnel during the evening hours to provide a safe, clean, and healthy learning environment for students that meets the standards set forth by the Department of Operations. This position ensures that consistent, proactive customer service is provided and custodial cleaning is performed safely by all employees. The Assistant Building Service Manager I provides support and assistance to the Building Service Manager I in the following areas: leadership, training, record keeping, accountability of crewmembers; management of custodial supplies; planning and supporting school activities; ensuring that the school is secured properly and is ready to receive students and faculty every day.
The Assistant Building Service Manager I is generally scheduled for the day shift 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM. The Assistant Building Service Manager I at Benjamin Banneker Elementary School's shift is 10:30 AM - 7:00 PM; however, specific scheduling circumstances exist at some school locations. The day shift (6:00 AM - 2:30 PM) on days when school is not in session.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Ability to professionally relate to and collaborate with co-workers, students, and community members
Ability to understand and maintain confidentiality
Ability to organize, supervise, coordinate, and establish priorities of tasks to be completed
Ability to work independently in the absence of detailed instructions and to follow complex oral and/or written instructions
Ability to communicate courteously and tactfully with staff, students, parents and the community in a timely manner
Ability to report to work daily and on time
Possess excellent time management skills and ability to take initiative and make decisions within assigned responsibility in a challenging, fast-paced professional environment and be flexible in work responsibilities and hours
Possesses and effectively utilizes considerable knowledge of methods, materials, and practices used in operational support of school activities
Possess excellent time management skills and ability to take initiative and make decisions within assigned responsibility in a challenging, fast-paced professional environment and be flexible in work responsibilities and hours
Understands the proper use, care, maintenance, and storage of all custodial and cleaning equipment
Possess knowledge of the programs, policies, and procedures of the St. Mary's County Public School System
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Informs Building Service Manager I of all absentees during the evening shift
Supports and adjusts cleaning plan around special events and programs
Assists the Building Service Manager I in coordinating and assigning the daily duties of evening building service crewmembers
Directs the work of building service crewmembers in accordance with the site team cleaning plan and instructions provided by the Building Service Manager I
Communicates with the Building Service Manager I on the supply, material, and equipment needs of the operations staff on the evening shift
Conducts hands-on training with building service crewmembers
Secures school facilities and complies with all Safety & Security guidelines; effectively operates building alarm system
Is on call to respond to alarm situations after hours at all times
Assists in the preparation of work orders, supply inventories, and other tasks as assigned
Moves and sets up furniture to support all school functions
Provides support of after-hour activities by school and community groups
Inspects school building to ensure that facility is secure at the end of the evening shift
Reports maintenance or facility problems to the Building Service Manager I
Performs a full range of custodial tasks while directing the work of building service crewmembers on the evening shift
Instructs building service crewmembers in proper and safe use of custodial supplies and equipment, utilizing personal protective equipment
Performs other related and non-related job duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
High School diploma or (GED)
One (1) year of experience in the care and cleaning of school or office facilities with increasing levels of responsibility
Must have reliable transportation to get to/from work
Must have flexibility of schedule to respond to building alarm calls at all hours; and
Must be able to fulfill the following physical requirements:
Lift and carry up to 50 pounds on a frequent and repetitive basis
Stand/walk on tile and/or concrete flooring for extended periods
Carry & utilize backpack and hip-mounted vacuum cleaners, weighing up to 20 pounds for extended periods of time
Climb ladders up to 15 feet high
TERM OF EMPLOYMENT
Full-time twelve-month position.
SALARY GRADE RANGE: The salary for this position will be based on EASMC-ESP salary schedule for twelve-month eight-hour employees - Range 6.
BARGAINING UNIT ELIGIBILITY: EASMC-ESP
Updated 5.2025, 09.2025