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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 10/01/26

Applications Due10/16/26

Vacancy ID226077

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AgencyHomeland Security and Emergency Services, Division of

TitleCleaner

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade05

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $35856 to $44480 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Labor Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation Friday-Tuesday, pass days Wednesday/Thursday

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 7:30 AM

To 3:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Schuyler

Street Address 600 College Ave

City Montour Falls

StateNY

Zip Code14865

Duties Description The incumbent of this position will report to the Academy Operations Unit within the Office of Fire Prevention & Control.

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Wash floors, corridors, stairs and stairwells, walls, partitions and windows from the inside or outside of buildings using mops, brushes, detergents, buffers, floor scrubbers, and other cleaning implements.
• Strip and wax floors; vacuum and shampoo carpets; and dust assigned areas using manual or mechanical equipment.
• Clean classrooms, offices, residential facilities and common areas and restock areas as needed.
• Replace light bulbs, dust or wash light fixtures and high places, such as ceilings, using ladders and scaffolds.
• Clean and polish furniture, metal fixtures and equipment.
• Remove hazardous articles on floors, furniture, and equipment and place them in designated receptacles or in appropriate places.
• Move furniture and equipment in connection with cleaning activities; set up desks, tables,chairs, podiums and related equipment as needed.
• Change curtains and drapes, and hang pictures and other decorative objects.
• Empty trash, recyclables, and waste; restock carts and storage areas.
• Check inventory/supplies and equipment functioning, and notify supervisor of low supply levels, equipment malfunction, and building maintenance issues noted during cleaning.
• May be assigned to remove snow; clean sidewalks, yards, and drives, or other manual work as required in maintaining the building in a clean and proper manner.
• Various other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Labor Class:

There are no education or experience requirements for this class. Cleaners must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position and understand and carry out written and oral instructions.

Additional Comments NOTE: Support of operations during times of emergency and disaster from State Emergency Operations Center (EOC), state field offices and/or local deployments may be required, which would result in a change and/or increase in working hours, locations and/or duties.

The Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES) is an equal opportunity employer.

In accordance with the NYS Human Rights Law, DHSES does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status or status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

DHSES is committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace and is committed to providing our programs and services without discrimination.

In support of Executive Order 31, all qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Human Resources/CZ

Telephone 518-486-5700

Fax 518-485-8432

Email Address HRresumes@dhses.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services, HRM

1220 Washington Ave., Bldg. 7A, 5th Floor

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12226

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit a resume and cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID 226077 in the subject line of your application email to HRresumes@dhses.ny.gov.

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