Housekeeping Attendant

New York City NY

Description

Housekeeping Attendant Selection Process Nº: 81546-67 Salary: 46,959.00 USD per annum plus benefits Contract Type: Indeterminate (Full-time) Term Details: This position is a Locally Engaged Staff position, subject to the Terms and Conditions of Employment for LES in USA. Job Function: General Services Classification: LE-G2 Location: Official Residence of the Consul General in New York Number of Vacancies: 1 Closing date for application: 22 August, 2022 at 23:59 UTC/GMT -5:00 How to apply: Send your resume / Curriculum vitae (CV) to [email protected]. The subject of your email should be "Housekeeping Attendant, New York. Summary of Duties: Under the general supervision of the office of the Consul General, the Housekeeping Attendant (HA) ensures that all the Consul General’s Official Residence public areas, lavatories, hallways, stairs, entrances, kitchens and working areas are maintained in a clean and orderly condition including; care of fine art, antiques, furniture, fine surfaces, polishing silver, brass, china washing and cleaning floors, table tops and windows, as well as vacuuming/dusting, removing waste and keeping inventory; labeling and checking condition of items in storage. The Housekeeping Attendant will also perform regular hospitality and event duties at the office of the Consulate General of Canada and the Consul General’s Official Residence. Area of Selection: • currently living and eligible to work in the United States • current employees of a Canadian Mission located in the United States; • spouses and dependents of Canada-based staff of the Canadian Missions in New York; Please note that the Consulate General of Canada in New York does not sponsor work authorizations directly or indirectly. The Government of Canada is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse sections of the community. Candidates will be considered based on merit. Our organization offers an inclusive workplace where respect, teamwork, and collaboration are part of our culture. Canada’s missions abroad are committed to promoting and supporting an environment free from harassment and discrimination, as well as encouraging and supporting employees to learn and develop their skills and competencies. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS Candidates will initially be screened against the Essential Qualifications relating to education, language* and experience. Candidates must clearly demonstrate when applying to the position how they meet each of these essential qualifications. *Language will be assessed further during the process. Education: Candidates will be required to provide proof of the completion of their education. • High School or GED (or foreign country equivalent) Language: • Fluency in English (oral and written). Experience: Minimum three (3) years recent work experience in a private residence or estate in the following areas; 1. All aspects of general housekeeping, cleaning of residence and up keep of residence; 2. Serving and/or coordinating service staff (e.g. captain) in a fine dining environment; 3. Laundry and ironing clothing and home linens; care for fine garments, etc.; 4. Organization of closets and pantries; and 5. Keeping inventory; labeling and checking condition of items in storage *Recent defined in the last 7 years. RATED REQUIREMENTS The Rated Requirements are part of the essential qualifications and are relating to knowledge, abilities and competencies. Methods of assessment for rated requirements may include, but are not limited to, a written examination, an oral interview (online pre-recorded/live or in-person), role-play, practical tests, presentations and/or psychometric assessment. Knowledge: 1. Knowledge of safety regulations regarding the use of household chemical substances, protective gear, safety signs, and ventilation; 2. Knowledge of fine dining service etiquette; 3. Knowledge of cleaning and maintenance of fine art, antiques, furniture, fine surfaces, polishing silver, brass, china, etc.; and 4. Knowledge (basic) in computer software, including Microsoft Office Suite, e.g., Word, Excel and Outlook. Competencies: 1. Adaptability/flexibility; 2. Integrity; 3. Initiative; 4. Discretion; and 5. Dependability Abilities: 1. Communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing; 2. Provide excellent client service and strong work ethic; 3. Manage multiple competing demands, organize time, and work effectively to meet deadlines with minimum supervision; and 4. Assist with the organization and implementation of multiple events, while meeting tight timelines. Operational Requirements: • Normal hours of work for this position are in accordance with the Locally Engaged Staff (LES) regulations of 40 hours per week. Occasional overtime, including evenings, early mornings, and weekends, may be required with advance notice. Conditions of Employment: Conditions of employment must be met or complied with before being appointed to a particular position, and are to be maintained throughout the employment while being the incumbent of this position. - Valid work authorization: Ability to obtain and hold a valid work authorization covering the entire employment period. - Security screening: Obtain and maintain a Reliability Status (security level) which includes a criminal and credit background check from the Government of Canada covering the entire employment period. - Other conditions of employment: Must have Independent work authorization in the United States and status in accordance with United States protocol directives for foreign missions. In this respect, applicants must confirm independent work authorization in the United States (e.g. US Citizen, U.S Legal Permanent Resident (LPR), or specific visa categories (e.g. dependents of Diplomatic and Official Visas holders)) as required by the Department of State for employment in a foreign mission. Special Request from Mission / Additional Comments: We offer a competitive salary, generous leave, 12 weeks of paid parental leave and a strong benefits package that includes medical, dental, long term disability and a retirement savings plan. Please find a summary of our benefits package and information on employment eligibility at: How to Apply • You must send your resume / Curriculum vitae (CV) via email to [email protected] prior to the closing date. The subject of your email should be "Housekeeping Attendant, New York. • Do not include personal data such as; age, date of birth, gender, marital status, family status, religion or a picture in your resume / CV nor cover letter (as required). Please only include information relevant to the vacancy as requested in the job poster. Important Notes • Only applications submitted in one of the official languages of Canada will be accepted (English or French). • The language requirement for this position is identified under the essential qualifications (language). In consequence, the assessment process for this vacancy will be conducted in English. • Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidates to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. • Candidates must provide an email address that accepts email from unknown users and regularly check their email, including spam folder. • Reference checks may be sought for candidates who succeeded all of the assessments. • Please note that the Consulate General of Canada in New York does not reimburse any travel costs to and from interviews/exams nor does it reimburse any relocation costs. • Before an offer of employment can be made, successful candidates must provide a local residence address as proof of residence in the specified area of selection. This information is necessary to issue a letter of offer. • As recently announced by the Government of Canada, the Policy for Mandatory Vaccination: Canada and the Mission Network is suspended as of June 20, 2022. The Government of Canada will continue to assess the need for additional public health measures, including the possible reintroduction of a vaccination mandate at a later date. • We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact us at [email protected] to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential. • The results of this selection process may also be used to establish one or more pools of fully or partially qualified candidates for similar term, indeterminate, part-time or full-time openings at the Consulate General of Canada in New York which might arise following the completion of this selection process. • For Canadian citizens/residents and Canadian dual nationals, please note that it is your responsibility to enquire with the Canadian Revenue Agency about any possible taxation implications linked to an employment with the Government of Canada. How to apply: Send your resume / Curriculum vitae (CV) to [email protected] The subject of your email should be "Housekeeping Attendant, New York.