Director Environmental Services

AdventHealth; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Ocala, FL, seeks an experienced Environmental Services leader to drive strategic planning, budgeting, and operations for a patient-centered facility. You will oversee budgeting, safety compliance, and service delivery while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to improve patient and stakeholder experiences.

The role requires strong managerial experience in environmental services, regulatory know-how, and a commitment to staff development and quality improvement.

Qualifications

• Operational management experience at a managerial level.
• Knowledge of regulatory agency guidelines (OSHA, CMS, CDC, EPA).
• Strong communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and drive financial performance.
• Ability to read, comprehend and follow complex instructions.

Responsibilities

• Leads strategic planning for Environmental Services and executes plans to meet goals and regulatory standards.
• Manages annual budgets for labor and non-labor expenses.
• Maintains customer satisfaction standards and improves patient/stakeholder experience.
• Responds to feedback with timely action plans for improvements.
• Directs departmental operations for safe, efficient service delivery.
• Ensures policies align with regulatory and accreditation requirements.
• Complies with regulatory agencies and supports safety initiatives.
• Uses data and metrics to identify quality and efficiency improvements.
• Oversees hiring, performance management, and HR collaboration.
• Promotes employee engagement and professional development.
• Develops training programs for Environmental Services staff.
• Monitors expenses and productivity against budgets.

Skills

Operations management

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Communication

HCAHPS knowledge

OSHA/CMS/EPA knowledge

Contract administration

Data analysis

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Grad or Equiv

Bachelor's

Tools

Labor optimization tools

Computer proficiency

Job description

Our Promise To You

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Address

1500 SW 1ST AVE

City

OCALA

State

Florida

Postal Code

34471

Job Description

• Leads strategic planning efforts for Environmental Services and executes plans to achieve departmental goals, regulatory compliance, and organizational objectives.
• Develops, manages, and monitors annual budgets for labor and non-labor expenses to ensure financial performance and operational efficiency.
• Establishes and maintains customer satisfaction standards, driving continuous improvement in patient and stakeholder experience.
• Administers and responds to customer feedback and survey results with timely action plans to address opportunities for improvement.
• Plans, organizes, and directs departmental operations to ensure safe, efficient, and effective service delivery.
• Develops, implements, and maintains policies, procedures, and standards in alignment with regulatory and accreditation requirements.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies, including OSHA, CMS, CDC, EPA, and accreditation bodies.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary leaders to support patient safety initiatives and enhance organizational performance.
• Utilizes data, benchmarking, and performance metrics to identify opportunities for quality improvement and operational excellence.
• Oversees hiring, performance management, and corrective actions in collaboration with Human Resources and in accordance with organizational policies.
• Promotes employee engagement through recognition, professional development, and team-building initiatives.
• Develops and oversees training, orientation, and continuing education programs for Environmental Services team members.
• Monitors departmental expenses and productivity, ensuring alignment with budget targets and labor optimization tools.
• Participates in organizational committees and provides reporting to support compliance, quality, and operational objectives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Must have operational, functional, and strong business acumen skills and knowledge of the Environmental Service processes, including the clinical and non-clinical areas. [Required]
• Assures current operations are compliant with government and regulatory agency guidelines. [Required]
• Computer proficiency required. [Required]
• Must have proven operational experience at the managerial level. [Required]
• Must have excellent communication, interpersonal, and general management skills, must be service oriented and able to work effectively under pressure and meet established goals and objectives. [Required]
• Demonstrated understanding of HCAHPS scoring and reporting associated with Cleanliness Performance indicators. [Required]
• Knowledge of OSHA, CMS, CDC and EPA regulations regarding the collection and disposal of hospital generated waste stream. [Required]
• Ability to communicate effectively in written format and oral presentations. [Required]
• Ability to multi-task and establish priorities. [Required]
• Ability to maintain organization in a changing environment. [Required]
• Exhibits initiative, responsibility, flexibility, and leadership. [Required]
• Possess a thorough knowledge of contract administration and office procedures. [Required]
• Ability to use working knowledge of the working environment to meet established goals and objectives. [Required]
• Financial and Accounting skills. [Required]
• Organizational skills. [Required]
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow both written and verbal instructions. [Required]
• Keyboarding and basic computer skills. [Required]

Education

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]
• Bachelor's [Preferred]

Field Of Study

• in Business Administration

Work Experience

• 1+ year of experience in a managerial position [Required]
• 3+ years of experience in environmental services (housekeeping) field [Required]

Licenses And Certifications

• Driver's License (DL) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/23km2677

Pay Range

$84,531.20 - $157,248.00

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:

https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.