Manager, Environmental Services - Full Time - Evenings
Company: Hackensack Meridian Health
Location: Hackensack
Posted on: December 1, 2025
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Job Description:
Description: Our team members are the heart of what makes us
better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live
better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With
a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are
team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning.
It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for
our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our
mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive
change. Come join our Amazing team here at Hackensack Meridian
Health! We offer EXCELLENT benefits, Scheduling Flexibility,
Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts and much more The Mgr,
Environmental Services coordinates the daily activities for the
Environmental Services department and is responsible for the
direction of the supervisors to ensure an efficient and timely
delivery of service to patients, family members, staff, and
visitors. Responsibilties: A day in the life of a Manager,
Environmental Services at Hackensack Meridian Health includes: -
Manages compliance regarding all EVS and EOC regulations and
standards as required by the JCAHO, EPA, OSHA, Federal, State and
local governments. - Schedules staff to provide coverage of all
necessary assignments and adjusts allocation of resources to match
ongoing changes in hospital needs (monthly, daily, hourly). -
Identifies future work (short and long term), plans appropriate
resources, and completes tasks toward improving overall appearance
levels. - Assists in formulating and implementing goals and
objectives for the department. - Ensures procedure manuals and work
schedules are current and meet all facility requirements. -
Maintains compliance with departmental programs such as patient
surveys, quality control inspections, cycle cleaning programs, and
performance improvement, among others. - Performs rounds of
assigned areas several times a day to check environmental
conditions and correct deficiencies; observe cleaning techniques of
staff and provide appropriate feedback; report all safety, plant
engineering , and other problem and follow-up to ensure all issues
are resolved. - Coordinates receipt, distribution, completion, and
follow-up of work orders. - Assesses and recommends environmental
improvements in cooperative agreement with Plant Engineering and
other hospital department managers and staff. - Assists the EVS
Director in preparation of budgets for areas of responsibility. -
Drives team member engagement and patient experience initiatives
across the department. - Monitors and justifies any significant
monthly variances on supplies, purchased services, or salaries and
hours budget. - Authorizes benefit time for staff. - Updates and
approves payroll. - Oversees and advises topics of environmental
concern including infection control, interior design, pest control,
storage, sanitation, materials selection, safety, and other
facility issues. - Oversees and directs waste management issues
including RMW, recycling, solid waste, and hazardous materials. -
Ensures department equipment is maintained in proper working and
sanitary condition; provides direction on minor repair of
department equipment. - Participates in all aspects of staff
training including identifying performance gaps for training
topics; developing training modules to address performance issues;
facilitating training sessions; and providing appropriate follow-up
to ensure that staff members are utilizing skills demonstrated in
training. - Performs all activities relative to employee
performance and behavior including interviewing and hiring,
providing coaching and counseling, and employing disciplinary
measures when necessary. - Directs and supervises the work
activities of all supervisors, ensuring that all policies and
procedures are followed and enforced. - Adheres to the standards
identified in the Medical Center's Organizational & Managerial
Competencies. - Performs other special projects and duties as
assigned by the Director of EVS and/or Vice-President of
Hospitality Services. Qualifications: Education, Knowledge, Skills
and Abilities Required: - Associate degree in Business, Health
Care, Hotel Management, or related field. - Minimum of 5 years of
experience in Housekeeping or Facilities Management. Education,
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred: - Bachelor's degree in
Business, Hotel Management, or related field. - Computer skills,
preferable Microsoft Office. - Technical skills relative to
housekeeping operations and janitorial equipment. If you feel that
the above description speaks directly to your strengths and
capabilities, then please apply today!
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