Housing Programs Supervisor Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Posting Details
Position Information
Working Title
University Housing Maintenance Supervisor 00253
Role Title
Trades Technician IV
Position Number
00253
FLSA
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
To provide high levels of excellence and professionalism in rendering superior customer-focused services to residential students of the University, with close attention to detail and with a caring and concerned approach, targeted at delivering outstanding results in serving customer needs and achieving high levels of customer satisfaction and devoted to a "students first" attitude.
Purpose of the Position
Reporting to the Assistant Director of Housing - Maintenance, this position will work independently to perform moderately complex building maintenance and oversee the work of Senior Trades Technician(s), and the Trades/Utility Workers. Additional duties include but are not limited to monitoring the work order system, verifying completion of work, prioritizing work order responses, ensuring proper supplies and inventory are maintained, assisting with contractors, and scheduling preventative maintenance.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Position

• Hands on knowledge and skills in the following maintenance areas to include but not limited to: water heaters, door locks, plumbing, HVAC, lighting and roofing
• Hands on knowledge and skills with handheld and power tools, to include but not limited to: hammers, drills, wrenches, sockets, power saws, voltage meters, allen wrenches and pliers
• Must be able to manage a diverse group of maintenance employees with a wide range of skills
• Must have a thorough understanding of the trades, as well as preventative maintenance
• Must have conflict resolution skills as well as the ability to communicate effectively in a courteous and professional manner with faculty, staff, students and parents
• Willingness to learn new skills and systems, such as learning electronic lock systems and/or building systems.
• Must be organized
• Ability to use a computer to complete routine tasks such as time sheet approval
• Ability to follow and enforce OSHA and VOSH safety regulations
• Ability to work primarily a daytime schedule and some nights and weekends when necessary.
• Ability to be on-call on a rotating basis

Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required
Education:

• High school graduate or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma
• Valid driver's license

Experience:

• Experience performing building maintenance
• Experience performing moderately complex maintenance
• Experience using computers

Additional Consideration(s)
Education:

• Completed courses or certifications related to building maintenance or skilled trades
• Licensed in a skilled trade (electrical, HVAC, plumbing, etc.)

Experience:

• Experience working in a university or residential setting
• Significant experience in a specialized building trade (i.e., electrical, HVAC, plumbing, etc.)

Salary Information
Starting at $56,746 to $70,931, 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 https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/.
Role Code
79034
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
• Ability to work a daytime schedule and be on-call on a rotating basis. Additional hours may be required to complete summer room turnover or in an emergency.
• Ability to abide by all safety policies and wear personal protective equipment as required

Ability to work primarily a daytime schedule and some nights and weekends when necessary.
This position is a "designated position" meaning this position could potentially be required to work (depending on the event) during an emergency closing.
Is this position telework eligible?
No
Telework Eligibility Disclaimer
Physical/Cognitive Requirements
Light Lifting (less than 20 lbs.)
Essential
Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs.)
Essential
Heavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.)
Essential
Pushing/Pulling
Essential
Standing
Essential
Sitting
Essential
Bending
Essential
Walking
Essential
Climbing
Essential
Reaching
Essential
Repetitive Motion
Essential
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Emotional Demands
Fast Pace
Essential
Average Pace
Essential
Multiple Priorities
Essential
Intense Customer Interaction
Essential
Multiple Stimuli
Essential
Frequency Changes
Essential
Mental/Sensory Demands
Memory
Essential
Reasoning
Essential
Hearing
Essential
Reading
Essential
Analyzing
Essential
Logic
Essential
Verbal Communication
Essential
Written Communication
Essential
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Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
PS1206P
Number of Vacancies
1
Posting Date
04/01/2026
Closing Date
09/08/2026
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.
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://jobs.cnu.edu/postings/20595
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EEO/Diversity Statement(s)
Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity.
Notice of Non-Discrimination & Title IX Policy Statement
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) 594-7145.
Alternative Hiring Process
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process.
To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to upload an approved AHP Letter received from the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or from the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI) to their applications.
Note: Certificates of Disability provided by DARS or DBVI dated April 1, 2022, through February 29, 2024, will still be accepted as applicable for the AHP. The name change to AHP Letter became effective March 1, 2024.
Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their AHP Letter.
Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
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.