Job Details

Posting Details

Position Information

Working Title
Housekeeping Worker 00539

Role Title
Housekeeping and Apparel Worker I

Position Number
00539

FLSA
Non Exempt

Appointment Type
Full Time

Type of Posting
General Public

Is Sensitive Position?
No

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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.

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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

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Is this a restricted position subject to availability of funding?
Yes

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This is a restricted position subject to availability of funding.

Departmental Objective

The Housing department ensures that student-housing facilities are well maintained, clean and safe for the students of CNU.

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 and cleaning supplies
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively and to maintain positive relations with faculty, staff and students
• Skilled in the use of housekeeping equipment such as vacuum cleaner, buffers, or scrubbing machine

Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required

Education:

• High school graduate or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma

Experience:

• Experience in cleaning methods and cleaning supplies

Additional Consideration(s)

Experience:

• Hotel, higher education or similar housekeeping experience
• Experience using housekeeping equipment such as vacuum cleaner, buffers or scrubbing machine

Salary Information
Starting at $31,200, Commensurate with Education and Experience

CNU Information

This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, please visit .

Role Code
79071

Conditions of Employment

• This is a classified position. New and returning classified employees are required to complete a 12-month probationary period
• Selected candidate must attend a 2-day New Employee Orientation Program

Is this position telework eligible?
No

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Physical/Cognitive Requirements

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

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Emotional Demands

Fast Pace
Marginal

Average Pace
Essential

Multiple Priorities
Essential

Intense Customer Interaction
Marginal

Multiple Stimuli
Marginal

Frequency Changes
Marginal

Mental/Sensory Demands

Memory
Essential

Reasoning
Marginal

Hearing
Essential

Reading
Essential

Analyzing
Marginal

Logic
Essential

Verbal Communication
Essential

Written Communication
Essential

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Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
PS1190P

Number of Vacancies

Posting Date
01/26/2026

Closing Date
02/10/2026

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.

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EEO/Diversity Statement(s)

Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity.

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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) ###-####.

Alternative Hiring Process

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services
(DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: or call DARS at 800-###-####.

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.