Museum Custodian

The John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art is located in Sarasota, Florida, and is a department of Florida State University. Learn more about The Ringling at https://www.ringling.org/about-ringling/careers/.

Responsibilities

This role spends the majority of the day:
  • Cleaning, sanitizing, and restocking supplies for all public and employee spaces and restrooms on The Ringling's expansive 66 acre property with a focus on guest experience.
  • Completing additional tasks as identified or as instructed by supervisor. Drives custodial golf carts to deliver supplies, carry equipment, and remove trash/recycling.  
As needed this role:
  • Provides information to visitors and responds to questions.  
  • Performs custodial maintenance projects.
  • Performs other duties and assists with special events as assigned.

Qualifications

Education 
  • 9th grade education or higher 
    • Please note the minimum age is 18 years due to the need to drive golf carts and other state-owned equipment.
Physical
  • Ability to:
    • Lift/carry up to 45 lbs. (5 gallon water bottles - typically once a day)
    • Work with chemicals
    • Climb/descend stairs
    • Stand and walk for extended periods
Skill
  • Valid Driver's License or the ability to obtain prior to hire.

Helpful

The Ringling's administrative offices will be closed 11/27/24 - 11/29/24 and 12/21/24 - 1/5/25. Applications received during this period may not be reviewed until the new year. 

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Veterans' Preference

Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for post secondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Veterans' Preference applies to University Support Personnel System (USPS) positions only.
IMPORTANT: To claim Veterans' Preference, select “yes” to the question on the application questionnaire and upload a DD-214 (or equivalent), the Veterans' Preference Certification form, and other documentation if applicable with your online application before midnight of the position closing date.
Click the links for eligibility information and required documentation,  or call FSU Human Resources at (850) 644-6034.

Considerations

Rate of Pay: $16 + per hour based on the education, skills, and experience of the selected candidate.  Find out more about our comprehensive benefits and leave package under the "FSU Total Rewards" section. 
Working Hours: Thursday - Monday from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM with a half-hour meal period. This role may be required to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and special events.
  • This position is based in Sarasota, FL.
  • This is a USPS (University Support Personnel System) position. 
  • This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check to include fingerprinting.
  • This posting is being readvertised.  Previous applicants do not need to reapply.
For more information, technical assistance, or should you require accommodations for the application or interview processes, please contact Ringling Human Resources at 941-358-2773 or employment@ringling.org.

Equal Employment Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer. 
FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at: https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary Range: $21,000 - $40,000/year

Employer Type: Government Entity

Employer Willing to Train: Yes