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Christopher Newport University

Ferguson Center Maintenance Supervisor 00426

Christopher Newport University, Hampton, Virginia, United States, 23661

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Ferguson Center Maintenance Supervisor 00426 Please see Special Instructions for more details. 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.

Position Information Working Title: Ferguson Center Maintenance Supervisor 00426

Position Number: 00426

FLSA: Exempt

Appointment Type: Full Time

Type of Posting: General Public

Is Sensitive Position? No

Is 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.

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

Is this a restricted position subject to availability of funding? No

Departmental Objective: The mission of the Ferguson Center for the Arts is to enhance and enrich the cultural development and awareness of the University and its constituents in the region by offering cost‑effective, diverse and superior cultural experiences, delivered with the highest level of service.

Purpose of the Position Reporting to the Director of Buildings Operations, this position will be responsible for providing direction for all maintenance (including electrical, carpentry, plumbing, HVAC) for the Ferguson Center of the Arts, Yoder Barn and Ferguson Parking Deck. This position will also determine the needs for housekeeping, maintenance, and repairs of all areas of the buildings on a daily basis. This position will be available in an on‑call capacity on an as needed basis.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Related to Position

Ability to manage and troubleshoot repairs and maintenance tasks in the following trades areas: electrical, carpentry, plumbing, HVAC systems, fire systems and other specialized theatrical systems

Ability to communicate effectively with others

Ability to instruct and inspect the work of others engaged in housekeeping/maintenance work; including daily schedules

Ability to lead housekeeping/maintenance staff in the Ferguson Center, Yoder Barn, and Ferguson Parking Deck

Ability to read and understand building drawings, specifications and operation manuals

Ability to plan, layout and make estimates of labor and material for projects

Skilled in the use of hand and power tools

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Must be able to work a flexible schedule including on‑call schedule on a rotating basis

Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required Education Required:

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

Valid driver’s license

Experience Required:

Experience performing building maintenance

Experience supervising employees Additional Consideration(s) Education Preferred:

Bachelor’s degree and/or journeyman’s license

Experience Preferred:

Experience working in a college/university or convocation center setting

Experience with Microsoft Office

Salary Information Starting at $54,827, 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/ .

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

Must be able to work a flexible schedule including on‑call schedule on a rotating basis

Physical/Cognitive Requirements

Light Lifting (less than 20 lbs.)

Moderate Lifting (20‑50 lbs.)

Heavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.)

Heavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.) Marginal

Pushing/Pulling

Standing

Walking

Climbing

Reaching

Repetitive Motion

Emotional Demands

Fast Pace

Average Pace

Multiple Priorities

Intense Customer Interaction

Multiple Stimuli

Frequency Changes

Mental/Sensory Demands

Memory

Reasoning

Hearing

Reading

Analyzing

Logic

Verbal Communication

Posting Number PS1186P

Posting Date 01/12/2026

Closing Date 02/02/2026

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.

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

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 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:

https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx

or call DARS at 800‑552‑5019.

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.

Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Do you have a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card)? Yes No

Do you have a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card)? Yes No

Have you retired from a VRS covered position? Yes No

Would you like to be considered for the Alternative Hiring Process (AHP)? Yes No

Did you provide your Certificate of Disability (COD)? Yes No

* Are you a high school graduate or do you have equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma? Yes No

* Do you have a valid driver’s license? Yes No

* Do you have experience performing building maintenance? Yes No

* Do you have experience supervising employees? Yes No

Documents Needed To Apply Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Other Application Materials

DD214

Licensure/Certification

Certificate of Disability

Optional Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Other Application Materials

DD214

Licensure/Certification

Certificate of Disability

1 Avenue of the Arts Newport News, VA 23606 P: (757) 594-7000 F: (757) 594-7230 hr@cnu.edu

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