DIRECTOR, ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES - HOSPITAL

Compass Group

About The Position

As the Director of Environmental Services, you will be responsible for the overall management of the Housekeeping Department in a small 28 bed acute care hospital setting. You will be responsible for successfully coordinating and supporting all activities of the department, working with all levels of the facility staff in matters relating to the cleanliness of the facility, and leading a team of 8 frontline associates.

Nice To Haves

Two years of environmental services or housekeeping management experience in a hospital, senior living, or hotel environment; Associate’s degree or equivalent related experience
Must have the ability to analyze and interpret financial and other data
General business acumen
Excellent interpersonal and public speaking skills with a strong customer service and quality‑focused mindset
Effective leadership and organizational abilities, including participative staff management, strong administrative and follow‑through skills, and the ability to work under pressure to meet goals
Proficient in the use of Windows based office software including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Responsibilities

Leads, trains, develops, and coaches frontline associates while mentoring staff to encourage creativity and innovation
Oversees departmental financial data and expenditures while developing, recommending, and ensuring adherence to the operating budget
Coordinates housekeeping activities and maintains active communication with administration and other hospital departments
Plans, organizes, directs, coordinates, and supervises functions and activities of the departments
Establishes work standards and work flow
Establishes and implements policies and procedures for departmental operations
Ensures regulatory compliance while demonstrating quality leadership to proactively achieve facility goals, performance plans, and Total Quality Management (TQM) standards
Develops and maintains job descriptions for departmental staff and promotes participation in ongoing education programs