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Position TitleJob NumberJob DescriptionPay Scale
Assistant Head Custodian

             

ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

400 Lake Street • Ithaca, New York • 14850


NOTICE OF VACANCY

We envision 6000+ Thinkers. Thinking is foundational to the development of self and society. It is the cornerstone of all creative ideas and problem-solving, new scientific discoveries, new products and services, individual and organizational learning, education, business success, interpersonal and intrapersonal communications, all social change and even democracy itself. Our vision is what we see. It motivates us. Our vision is audacious.

Our mission is to engage, educate, and empower. We will strive to engage all students in the importance and relevance of thinking; to educate every learner to communicate, comprehend, and collaborate for understanding; and to empower all in the ICSD to achieve academic excellence.

 

Position Title: Assistant Head Custodian

Brief Description: Schedule and assign cleaning and custodial work. Inspect buildings and grounds regularly to maintain proper cleaning and maintenance procedures. Plan, supervise, and participate in building cleaning and minor maintenance  activities. Check to ensure that the building is properly heated, cleaned, locked, and unlocked and in readiness for all regular or special events. Maintain inventories and prepare requisitions for equipment and supplies. Keep time records for cleaning personnel. Supervise and participate in the removal of snow and ice.

Location(s): Ithaca High School

Anticipated Start Date: 4/22/2025

Posting Dates: 3/28/2025-4/4/2025

Number of Vacancies: 1

Hours per Week: 40

 

Required Qualifications: 

  • The Ithaca City School District is committed to eliminating race, class, and disability as predictors of academic performance, co-curricular participation, and discipline. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a basic awareness of these commitments and a strong willingness to support these efforts.

  • This is a high-level clerical position requiring a proven ability to understand and interpret complex written and verbal instructions; exhibit an exceptional level of professionalism; with meticulous attention to detail.

  • Must be eligible for appointment as a civil servicel for Assistant Head Custodian
  • Valid NVS driver's license AND water certification

  •  High School Years Graduate GED. training in de-escalation strategies, first aid and CPR

  • 5 years as a building custodian, cleaner, custodial worker, maintenance mechanic, groundskeeper, experience in plumbing, electrical and basic carpentry

  • Ability to work as a team, computer skills and management skills necessary for ordering supplies, submitting work orders

 

Internal Applicants:  Apply online at ithacacityschools.schoolfront.comStep by step Guide

Internal EA Applicants can send their letter through email at recruitment@icsd.k12.ny.us

If you are a substitute or in the process of onboarding and haven’t officially started, you will be considered an external applicant.

External Applicants: Apply online at ithacacityschools.recruitfront.com

In order for us to receive your application you must complete the following three steps on Recruitfront:

  1. Create a RecruitFront profile: If it's the first time applying to ICSD

  2. Create an Application:  Checkmark School Related Personnel Only!

  3. Apply to Job Posting: After finishing step 2, select APPLY on the job posting



Salary Range: $ 19.58 hr.  in accordance with Collective Bargaining Agreement

The Ithaca City School District does not unlawfully discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military status, veteran status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or other federal/state protected status.

Groundskeeper

             

ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

400 Lake Street • Ithaca, New York • 14850


NOTICE OF VACANCY

We envision 6000+ Thinkers. Thinking is foundational to the development of self and society. It is the cornerstone of all creative ideas and problem-solving, new scientific discoveries, new products and services, individual and organizational learning, education, business success, interpersonal and intrapersonal communications, all social change and even democracy itself. Our vision is what we see. It motivates us. Our vision is audacious.

Our mission is to engage, educate, and empower. We will strive to engage all students in the importance and relevance of thinking; to educate every learner to communicate, comprehend, and collaborate for understanding; and to empower all in the ICSD to achieve academic excellence.

 

Position Title: Groundskeeper

Brief Description: Maintain grounds by mowing, raking, cutting, rolling, reseeding and fertilizing lawns; Plant and care for trees, shrubs, and flowers; Assist in the preparation and maintenance of baseball diamonds, football fields, running tracks, playgrounds, and other athletic and recreational areas; Remove snow and ice from walks, driveways, steps, and building entrances; keeps grounds free of litter and debris; Make deliveries, load and unload materials and move furniture and equipment. Other related work as directed by supervisor

Location(s): District-wide/Facilities

Anticipated Start Date: 2/24/2025

Posting Dates: 1/23/2025- 2/6/2025

Number of Vacancies: up to 2

Hours per Week: 40 hours (Schedule will be determined by building.)

Civil Service Jursidcitional Class:  Labor

 

Required Qualifications: 

  • The Ithaca City School District is committed to eliminating race, class, and disability as predictors of academic performance, co-curricular participation, and discipline. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a basic awareness of these commitments and a strong willingness to support these efforts.

  • Requires the ability to work independently at times; requires physical endurance and a willingness to perform heavy work; ability to follow directions from supervisor.

  • Must be eligible for appointment as a Groundskeeper by Civil Service.

     

 

Internal Applicants: Apply online at ithacacityschools.schoolfront.com

Internal Applicants can send their letter through email at recruitment@icsd.k12.ny.us or through SchoolFront. If applying through SchoolFront you can log in with your ICSD email credentials using the following single-sign on link here. Once logged in please go to recruiting > Available Internal Postings. 

 

If you are a substitute or in the process of onboarding and haven’t officially started, you will be considered an external applicant.


External Applicants: Apply online at ithacacityschools.recruitfront.com

In order for us to receive your application you must complete the following three steps on Recruitfront:

  1. Create a RecruitFront profile: If it's the first time applying to ICSD

  2. Create an Application:  Checkmark School Related Personnel Only!

  3. Apply to Job Posting: After finishing step 2, select APPLY on the job posting. 

 

Salary Range:  $16.95 per hour minimum per Bargaining Agreement

The Ithaca City School District does not unlawfully discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military status, veteran status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or other federal/state protected status.

Custodial Worker

                

ITHACA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

400 Lake Street • Ithaca, New York • 14850


NOTICE OF VACANCY

We envision 6000+ Thinkers. Thinking is foundational to the development of self and society. It is the cornerstone of all creative ideas and problem-solving, new scientific discoveries, new products and services, individual and organizational learning, education, business success, interpersonal and intrapersonal communications, all social change and even democracy itself. Our vision is what we see. It motivates us. Our vision is audacious.

Our mission is to engage, educate, and empower. We will strive to engage all students in the importance and relevance of thinking; to educate every learner to communicate, comprehend, and collaborate for understanding; and to empower all in the ICSD to achieve academic excellence.

 

Position Title: Custodial Worker

Brief Description: Complete daily cleaning of classrooms, offices, and bathrooms, dust mopping, wet mopping, garbage and recyclables removal, dusting, stripping and waxing floors and routine cleaning responsibilities, as directed by the immediate supervisor. Prepare set ups for school events. Ability to complete tasks independently.

 

Location(s): District Wide/Facilities

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

Posting Dates: 9/27/2024- Until filled

Number of Vacancies: Multiple Vacancies

Hours per Week:    40 hours

Required Qualifications: 

  • The Ithaca City School District is committed to eliminating race, class, and disability as predictors of academic performance, co-curricular participation, and discipline. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a basic awareness of these commitments and a strong willingness to support these efforts.

  • Must be 18 years of age. Ability to complete tasks independently.

 

Salary Range:  $16.79/hr, per Colective Bargaining Agreement

 

External Applicants: Apply online at ithacacityschools.recruitfront.com         

Internal Applicants: Apply online at ithacacityschools.schoolfront.com

Instructions for Internal Applicants:

Internal applicants can send their letter through email at recruitment@icsd.k12.ny.us or through SchoolFront. If applying through SchoolFront you can log in with your ICSD email credentials using the following single-sign on link here. Once logged in please go to recruiting > Available Internal Postings.

The Ithaca City School District does not unlawfully discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military status, veteran status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or other federal/state protected status.

$16.79/hr,

The Ithaca City School District does not unlawfully discriminate in employment on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, or victim status.

The Ithaca City School District is committed to eliminating race, class, and disability as predictors of student success. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a basic awareness of this issue and a strong willingness to support this effort.