Assistant Hospital Housekeeping Officer

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligible

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Seattle, WA is seeking an Assistant Hospital Housekeeping Officer to administer and manage the Environmental Management Program and the EMS operations for VAPSHCS across sites of care.

Responsibilities include directing EMS operations, supervising staff, and overseeing housekeeping, sanitation, waste management, and related services. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.

Qualifications

• Transcript must be submitted with your application if you base qualifications on education.
• Experience in Environmental Management or EMS operations is preferred.
• Familiarity with infection control and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assists in directing and managing EMS operations across multiple facilities and sites.
• Oversees hospital housekeeping, sanitation, floor maintenance, and related programs.
• Coordinates with Infection Control and manages staff, budgets, and procurement.

Job description

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

This Assistant Hospital Housekeeping Officer position is located within the VA Puget Sound Health Care System (VAPSHCS) in Seattle, WA. The primary purpose of this position is to administer and manage the overall Environmental Management Program and its operational services, including all aspects of the EMS operational program for all VAPSHCS sites of care.

Key Responsibilities

***THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION*** Duties include but may not be limited to the following: Serves as Assistant Chief of EMS, assisting in directing and managing operations across multiple healthcare facilities and off-site locations. Assumes full responsibility for EMS operations in the absence of the Chief.

Supervises staff, assigns work, evaluates performance, and addresses personnel matters. Manages budgets, procurement, staffing, and resource allocation. Develops and implements EMS policies, procedures, and operational plans. Oversees hospital housekeeping, sanitation, and floor maintenance programs. Conducts quality assurance reviews and environmental inspections, and recommends corrective actions.

Coordinates with Infection Control to maintain environmental sanitation and safety standards. Oversees employee orientation, training, and competency assessments. Manages housekeeping equipment, supplies, inventories, and maintenance programs. Oversees waste management and recycling programs and serves as COR for document destruction and regulated medical waste contracts. Oversees integrated pest management and contracted environmental services.

Manages laundry, linen distribution, and employee uniform programs. Coordinates EMS support for construction, renovations, and special projects. Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved Telework: This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.

Requirements & Education

IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. NOTE: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.

If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $83935 – $109122/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-30.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.