Assistant Hospital Housekeeping Officer

The incumbent serves as the Assistant Chief of the Environmental Management Service (EMS) for the Orlando VA Health Care System (Orlando VAHCS). functioning as the principal deputy to the Chief of EMS. The incumbent assists in planning, organizing, directing and coordinating all activities of the Environmental Management service across all Orlando VAHCS locations including the main medical center, multispecialty outpatient clinics and Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs). Major Duties include but are not limited to: Prepares management briefings, budget reports, long and short-range goals, progress reports and management plans for presentation. Manages and determines priorities for Housekeeping, Waste Management, Interior Design, Equipment Management and Training, and Shift/Section Supervisors. Monitors the effectiveness and efficiency of operations, makes recommendations as necessary to achieve program goals. Supervises subordinate supervisors, plans and assigns work based on priorities, difficulty and employee capabilities. Develops and maintains performance standards and evaluates work performance of subordinates and subordinate supervisors. Supports the overseeing and directing of the Environmental Sanitation program to ensure a clean, safe and aesthetically appropriate environment for patients, staff and visitors throughout all Orlando VAHCD locations. Participates in Environment of Care Rounds throughout the health system, reports EMS-related findings to management and assists in directing timely correction action for identified deficiencies. Hears and resolves complaints from employees, referring group grievances and more serious unresolved complaints to a higher-level supervisor or manager. Responsible for the environmental sanitation, waste management (to include bio hazardous materials), Recycling program, bed services, and contract services. Serves as a Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for designated EMS service contacts under the authority of the Chief of EMS. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM- 4:00 PM Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Assistant Hospital Housekeeping Officer/PD074330 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized