The Manager of Environmental Services (EVS) is responsible for managing custodial operations ensuring staff compliance with health care quality and safety standards, and established processes and procedures. As part of the EVS Leadership team, the Manager is responsible for planning, organizing and directing custodial operations in order to provide a clean, safe and aesthetically pleasing environment for patients, visitors, and staff. The Manager will lead staff to model a professional practice environment by encouraging strong interdisciplinary team collaboration and communication; supporting autonomy and accountability; providing staff opportunities for in-service and education; stressing the importance of continuous learning; and supporting a culture where concern for the patient is paramount.
Manager receives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goals. Recommends changes to policies and establishes procedures that affect department. Spends the majority of the time (50% or more) achieving organizational objectives through the coordinated achievements of subordinate staff. Establishes departmental goals and objectives, functions with autonomy. Manages the accountability and stewardship of human, financial, and often physical resources in compliance with departmental and organizational goals and objectives. Ensures subordinate supervisors and professionals adhere to defined internal controls. Manages systems and procedures to protect departmental assets.
Apply By 07/03/2025 at 11:59PM.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position
- Required to hold a valid California driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program
- Bachelor's degree in a position-related field and/or equivalent experience/training required.
- Minimum of five (5) years of broad-based experience in Hospitality Services, Environmental Services, Custodial, or other relevant area, to include at least two (2) years in a departmental operations leadership capacity required.
- Working knowledge of health care custodial regulatory standards and requirements including knowledge of codes and policies governing biohazardous and hazardous waste.
- Demonstrated knowledge of human resources management. Ability to manage staff with diverse skills and expertise.
- Ability to develop and implement training programs that meet regulatory health and safety requirements.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to present information to diverse audiences.
- Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships and work collaboratively.
- Ability to implement process improvement strategies and quality improvement programs.
- Knowledge of environmental services or hospitality services principles, processes, practices, and technologies and how these apply in a clinical environment to support the healthcare delivery system.
- An empathetic demeanor and mindset, particularly in regard to the patients and for the staff.
- Clinical awareness and the drive to stay abreast of practices and technologies and how these apply in a clinical hospitality environment. Recognition that environmental services is within a healthcare delivery system.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certified Health Care Environmental Services Professional (CHESP) Certification preferred.
- Leadership experience in hospitality or environmental services operations, ideally for an academic medical center, integrated healthcare delivery system, or large hospital.
Key Responsibilities
- 100% - Leadership, service delivery, program implementation.
Department Overview
The Environmental Services (EVS) Department is responsible for all aspects of housekeeping functions/services in all UCDH owned and leased facilities.
Department Specific Job Scope
The Manager of Environmental Services (EVS) is responsible for managing custodial operations ensuring staff compliance with health care quality and safety standards, and established processes and procedures. As part of the EVS Leadership team, the Manager is responsible for planning, organizing and directing custodial operations in order to provide a clean, safe and aesthetically pleasing environment for patients, visitors, and staff. The Manager will lead staff to model a professional practice environment by encouraging strong interdisciplinary team collaboration and communication; supporting autonomy and accountability; providing staff opportunities for in-service and education; stressing the importance of continuous learning; and supporting a culture where concern for the patient is paramount.
POSITION INFORMATION
- Salary or Pay Range: $6,250.00 - $11,300.00
- Salary Frequency: Monthly
- Salary Grade: 22
- UC Job Title: CUSTODIAL HC MGR 1
- UC Job Code: 006845
- Number of Positions: 1
- Appointment Type: Staff: Career
- Percentage of Time: 100
- Shift (Work Schedule): 10:00PM - 7:00AM
- Location: Main Hospital (HSP001)
- Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
- Benefits Eligible: Yes
- This position is 100% on-site
Benefits
Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.
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* High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
* UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
* Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
* Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
* WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
* On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
* Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
* Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
Physical Demands
- Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Sitting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Bending/Stooping - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Squatting/Kneeling - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Twisting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Reaching overhead - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Environmental Demands
- Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Microwave/Radiation - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Mental Demands
- Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Work Environment
UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.
Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position
- This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
- This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
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