Summary This position is established to serve as Environmental Management Service (EMS) Housekeeping Aid Supervisor for the Roseburg, Oregon VA Medical Center. The incumbent is responsible for the planning, direction and management the environmental sanitation, pest control, linen distribution, employee uniform service, recycling, waste management, and furniture warehouse management. Responsibilities The Supervisory Housekeeping Aid (SHKA) responsible for the planning direction and management of a total program designed to provide a sanitary environment appropriate to a health care facility. They formulate the environmental management plan in consultation with Chief and Assistant Chief of EMS and are responsible to have an accountable role with providing a suitable health care facility sanitation environment in accordance with The Joint Commission, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), VHA standards and, as such, develops and recommends to management those methods, techniques and procedures which will accomplish programs objectives. The quality of the sanitation service provided directly affects the total mission of patient care as well as contributing to the favorable appearance of the Medical Facility. The SHKA carries out day-to-day functions independently, keeping the Assistant Chief EMS advised of special problems and unique situations. Priorities and deadlines for special projects are jointly determined. The work is reviewed on the basis of results achieved and feedback from administrative and clinical staff, patients, and visitors in areas serviced. Serves as an Environmental Management Service (EMS) Supervisor over a team consisting of 10-15 Environmental Service Technicians, EMS Work Leader, and a Material Handler at the Roseburg VA Health Care System (RVAHCS). This position reports to the Assistant Chief of EMS. This position to be physically located at Roseburg VA Medical Center in Roseburg, Oregon with occasional travel to: Eugene VA Health Care Center in Eugene, Oregon, Brookings Community Based Outpatient Clinic, Brookings, Oregon North Bend Community Based Outpatient Clinic, North Bend, Oregon Other Duties Include: Supervises and directs activities of staff including work assignment, performance evaluation, and development; participates in employee selection, disciplinary action, and complaint resolution. Schedules, coordinates and provides field supervision of staff involved in advanced cleaning and disinfecting activities located throughout the facilities operating under limited supervision and assigned in critical areas requiring advanced sanitation competencies such as Laboratory, Pharmacy in accordance with USP 797 and 800, Operating Room, GI clinics, Sterile Processing, and In-Patient Precaution areas. Orders sanitation materials and supplies. Provides input for and assists in the preparation of performance evaluations of assigned subordinate personnel. Provides for the training of assigned personnel in work methods, use of tools and equipment and safety practices. Performs crew work including the operation of all types of motorized equipment; may operate equipment during training or emergency situations. Overseas and monitors hazardous waste and hospital waste removal and recycling to include; sharps, biological waste, pharmaceutical waste, non-regulated waste, and regulated waste performed by Wage Grade Material Handlers. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 1430-2300 Position Description Title/PD#: Housekeeping Aid Supervisor/PD30575-A Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Maybe authorized per agency policy Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 You may be required to serve a probationary period Subject to background/security investigation Pre-employment physical required Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details. Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 05/07/2024. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. Must be able to read, write and understand English. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Supervising housekeeping/custodial/janitorial staff applying the necessary skills and techniques required to accomplish all aspects of an Environmental Program Service Sanitation Program; maintaining an acceptable level of cleanliness and sanitation in all assigned areas of responsibility as well as other service functions such as linen distribution and security of linens, pest control, furniture movement, signage and interior decoration. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Ability to Lead or Supervise Conflict Management Dexterity and Safety Interpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading) Leadership Special Aptitude - Housekeeping Work Work Practices Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: The work performed may require continuous walking, standing, stooping, stretching and lifting. Manual effort may be necessary during training sessions or in emergency situations. Work involves light to heavy physical effort in the following; frequently lifting or moving objects weighing fifty pounds, constant standing, walking and occasionally lifting over fifty pounds. Work is performed in all area of the Medical Center. Incumbent demonstrates a cooperative attitude towards supervisor and subordinates as well as other facility employees, patients and visitors. Be able to operate and demonstrate the use of all EMS equipment. Education Additional Information This occupation is currently approved for a Veterans Health Administration enterprise-wide Critical Skills Incentive through 9/7/2024. Candidates may be eligible for a lump sum CSI for a pro-rated amount if onboard prior to the CSI expiration date. Eligible candidates will be required to sign a service agreement agreeing to an obligated service period and failure to complete the obligated service period may result in a debt for the unearned portion of the CSI. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.