Housekeeper

Join the Governor Residence Office as a Housekeeper and become part of a dedicated team that supports this historic home. This role gives you the chance to help maintain a welcoming and polished environment for the First Family and visiting guests. Your care and attention will help preserve a space that represents pride and tradition. Take advantage of this opportunity to play an important part in a respected public setting.

This position focuses on keeping the Governor Residence clean, organized, and ready to welcome the First Family and guests. You will handle a variety of daily and periodic housekeeping tasks that support the comfort and presentation of the residence. As a Housekeeper, you will perform the following duties:

• Daily Cleaning: Maintain rooms by dusting, polishing furniture, removing waste, and cleaning floors
• Laundry Care: Sort, wash, dry, iron, and store clothing and linens while handling delicate items properly
• Bathroom Upkeep: Clean and sanitize fixtures, walls, and floors while restocking supplies
• Supplies And Equipment: Track cleaning materials and report needed replenishment to supervisors
• Clothing Maintenance: Complete minor repairs such as button replacement to keep garments in good condition
• Event Support: Assist in public and private events by serving guests, maintaining confidentiality, and helping with operational tasks

This position is considered essential. You will be required to report to work during emergencies and office closings.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Schedule varies based on operational needs. Overtime is to be expected.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of experience in general housekeeping work and cooking on a family or residence basis; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirements:

• You must possess and maintain a valid non-commercial Class C Pennsylvania driver's license or equivalent.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

• Experience with professional laundering and basic sewing/repairs

Legal Requirements:

• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
  • Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.