Founded in 1953, Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC) located in scenic Upstate NY is a multi-campus College with locations in Troy and Malta New York. HVCC offers more than 80 degree and certificate programs in three schools: Business and Liberal Arts; Health Sciences; and Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). Hudson Valley is one of 30 community colleges in the State University of New York (SUNY) system and serves nearly 9,000 students each year. The college is a recognized leader in career and transfer preparation, workforce training initiatives, distance learning and service to a diverse population of students. Hudson Valley has an extension center in Malta, NY known as HVCC North and sponsors the Capital District Educational Opportunity Center in Troy, NY. With more than 80,000 alumni and nearly 1,000 employees, the college is a catalyst for educational opportunity and economic development in the Capital Region of New York State.

 

Hudson Valley seeks experienced, dynamic, capable, creative and caring individuals who would like to join our team on the Classified Staff and continue to build on decades of successful service to our community.

 

 

 

To be considered an applicant for this position you must meet the minimum qualifications as stated in this announcement. Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restrictions.

 

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS: Candidates must have been legal residents of New York State for at least FOUR months immediately preceding the date of the test. Pursuant to subdivision 4a of Sec. 23 of the Civil Service Law, preference may be given to successful candidates who have been legal residents of the municipality to which the appointment is to be made for at least FOUR months preceding the date of the written test.

 

This is a provisional appointment. Selected candidate will need to sit, pass and be eligible on the next available Rensselaer County Civil Service Exam for Custodial Supervisor II to be considered for permanent appointment. 

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Two years of experience in building cleaning or janitorial work (OR) any equivalent combination of training and experience.

 

The preferred candidate will also possess a High School Diploma or High School Equivalency. 

 

Duties and/or Essential Responsibilities: The Custodial Supervisor II performs work under direct supervision of the Custodial Supervisor I allowing for some exercise of independent judgment in carrying out assignments in accordance with definitely defined procedures. The Custodial Supervisor II reports to the Custodial Supervisor I.

 

• Assigns routine and special duties to Custodial Workers.

 

• Makes frequent inspections of buildings to check on general cleanliness and work of subordinates.

 

• During Inspections, note any defects of lighting, heating and fire protection equipment and report to maintenance personnel.

 

• Supervises and performs custodial duties such as sweeping, mopping, and waxing and cleaning of restrooms.

 

• Consults with Administrative supervisor regarding the performance of subordinates and problems encountered.

 

• Supervises and performs the moving of office equipment, furniture and supplies.

 

• Keeps records and make routine reports.

 

• Performs other duties as assigned.

 

• Supervises a number of Custodial Workers.

 

• Performs limited maintenance of custodial equipment and reports any issues needing further attention to Administrative Supervisor.

 

 

Visit our Employment Opportunities page www.hvcc.edu/jobs to apply for these available positions by the close date of November 1, 2026.

 

Hudson Valley offers a full benefit package including Health Insurance, Dental and Eye Insurance, Retirement, employee and employee’s spouse and children free tuition waivers. HVCC also has a generous leave policy. If you’re employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, you might be eligible for the PSLF Program. The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans

 

Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Bi-lingual applicants strongly encouraged to apply.

 

Hudson Valley Community College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.