Custodial Manager

District of Columbia International School (DCI) is a public charter school serving over 1600 racially and economically diverse students in grades 6-12 from across the District of Columbia. We aim to provide our students with a world-class education that empowers them to follow their passions and change the world. DCI’s education centers on an International Baccalaureate curriculum, advanced language learning in Chinese, Spanish, and French, and a culture focused on student agency supported by 1:1 technology.

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of custodial, facilities, or building maintenance experience, preferably in a school or institutional setting.
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience required.
• Bilingual in Spanish is required.
• Ability to use multiple technology platforms to guide instruction and communicate with students and families and proficiency with communicating using G-Suite tools, including Gmail, is preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Clear a background check.

• Supervise a custodial team of approximately ten staff members and assist in the event of a team member’s absence.
• Approve and review timecards in Paylocity to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Review and approve staff time-off requests.
• Provide constructive performance feedback and conduct regular evaluations.
• Ensure custodial staff receive proper training and development to maintain high cleanliness and safety standards.
• Coordinate and oversee daily cleaning activities to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and effectively.
• Address and resolve staffing issues or conflicts within the team.
  
  
• Collaborate with the Café Coordinator and Facilities Coordinator to schedule AM and PM custodial staff for special shifts, including breaks, holidays, and summer coverage.
• Respond to emergencies, special events, or weather-related needs as required.

• Strong understanding of cleaning methods, floor care, sanitation standards, and OSHA safety regulations.
• Knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing) is a plus.
• Ability to schedule, coordinate, and oversee custodial operations across a large campus.
• Skilled in inventory management, including ordering supplies and tracking equipment.
• Ability to read and follow safety manuals, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), and work orders.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to train, motivate, and evaluate staff.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to work collaboratively with administrators, teachers, contractors, and maintenance staff.
• Ability to accept and implement feedback for continuous improvement.
• Ability to resolve issues professionally and maintain a positive, safe school environment.
• Flexibility to work evenings or weekends as needed.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand or walk for extended periods, and perform routine manual labor.
• Ability to do minor repairs in plumbing / carpentry/ electrical

• Perform other duties as assigned.