Job Description
Posting Details Position Information
Working Title Housekeeping Worker H-174
Role Title Housekeeping and Apparel Worker I
Position Number H-174
FLSA Non Exempt
Appointment Type Part Time
Type of Posting General Public
Is Sensitive Position? No
If Sensitive Position, please paste statement Designated Personnel Yes
Responsible Employee This position is designated as a "responsible employee" who has the authority to redress sexual violence, who has the duty to report incidents of sexual violence or other student misconduct, or who a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty.
If Designated Personnel, please paste statement This position is a "designated position" meaning this position could potentially be required to work (depending on the event) during an emergency closing.
Statement of Economic Interest No
If Statement of Economic Interest, please paste statement Is this a restricted position subject to availability of funding? No
If Restricted Position, please paste statement Departmental Objective Facilities Management is responsible for maintaining campus buildings utilizing the carpentry, plumbing, electrical and HVAC trades as well as housekeeping and floor maintenance.
Purpose of the Position This position will ensure the cleanliness of assigned areas by performing various housekeeping tasks.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Position - Knowledge of cleaning methods
- Knowledge of cleaning supplies
- Skilled in the use of housekeeping equipment
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions
- Ability to communicate effectively and to maintain positive relations with faculty, staff and students
- Ability to work 1st or 2nd shift and weekend hours
Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required Education :
- High school graduate or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma
Experience: - Experience with cleaning methods and cleaning supplies
Additional Consideration(s) Education: Experience: - Experience working at a university
- Experience using a buffer
- Experience using a scrubbing machine
Role Code 79071
Salary Information Salary $15.53 to $19.41 per hour, Commensurate with Education and Experience
CNU Information Conditions of Employment - This is an HOURLY position and does NOT entitle the incumbent to Commonwealth of Virginia benefits and is limited to 1500 hours in a 365-day period.
- Selected candidate will be required to attend a 2-Day New Employee Orientation Program.
- Ability to work 1st or 2nd shift and weekend hours
Is this position telework eligible? No
Telework Eligibility Disclaimer Physical Demands and Activities
Light Lifting (less than 20 lbs.) Essential
Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs.) Essential
Heavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.) Marginal
Pushing/Pulling Essential
Standing Essential
Sitting Non-Applicable
Bending Essential
Walking Essential
Climbing Essential
Reaching Essential
Repetitive Motion Essential
List other physical requirements Emotional Demands
Fast Pace Marginal
Average Pace Essential
Multiple Priorities Essential
Intense Customer Interaction Marginal
Multiple Stimuli Marginal
Frequent Changes Marginal
Mental/Sensory Demands
Memory Essential
Reasoning Marginal
Hearing Essential
Reading Essential
Analyzing Marginal
Logic Essential
Verbal Communication Essential
Written Communication Essential
List other mental/sensory requirements Posting Detail Information
Posting Number Number of Vacancies 1
Posting Date 09/11/2026
Closing Date 09/27/2026
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants CNU will only accept online applications through the
jobs.cnu.edu website. Online applications must be received by midnight on the closing date indicated in a job announcement. Faxed, emailed, hand-delivered or mailed applications and attachments will NOT be accepted. Applicants are welcome to complete an online application by using computers located in the Office of Human Resources. Address: CNU North - 321 Hiden Boulevard, Suite 101, Newport News, VA 23606. Public computers are also available in nearby libraries and at the Virginia Employment Commission. Address: 600 Butler Farm Road, Hampton, VA 23666 (M-F 9am-4:30pm).
In order to be considered for this position, your application must provide evidence of experience and/or education supporting the requirements outlined in the posting. We encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. *Responses to supplemental questions alone are not considered evidence of experience and/or education.
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting Advertising Text EEO/Diversity Statement(s) Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity.
Notice of Non-Discrimination & Title IX Policy Statement Reasonable Accommodation Request Christopher Newport University (CNU) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and/or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling (757) 594-7145.
Alternative Hiring Process In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process.
To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to upload an approved AHP Letter received from the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or from the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI) to their applications.
Note: Certificates of Disability provided by DARS or DBVI dated April 1, 2022, through February 29, 2024, will still be accepted as applicable for the AHP. The name change to AHP Letter became effective March 1, 2024.
Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their AHP Letter.
Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at
AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Background Check Applicant finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check. After accepting employment, individuals are required to complete a USCIS Form I-9 (employment eligibility verification) and present documentation from the USCIS List of Acceptable Documents that establishes both their identity and employment authorization to work in the United States. The provided documents will be verified through the Department of Homeland Security E-Verify website.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Part time, Work at office, Remote work, Night shift, Weekend work, Day shift