ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES MANAGER, HOSPITAL

TouchPoint Support Services; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group is seeking an Environmental Services (EVS) Manager to lead the EVS department within a 362-bed acute care hospital. You will provide leadership to frontline staff, ensuring cleanliness, infection prevention, and a welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, recruiting and scheduling staff, coaching and developing the team, and supporting quality assurance and safety programs.

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in environmental services or related field.
• 1+ year supervisory or management experience in healthcare preferred.
• Strong leadership and customer service orientation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; CHEST/REH certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee housekeeping and EVS operations to maintain a safe healthcare environment.
• Ensure areas meet hospital, regulatory, and infection prevention standards.
• Recruit, interview, hire, onboarding, and retention of EVS staff.
• Assist with staff scheduling and daily workforce planning.
• Coach, train, recognize, and provide feedback to team members.
• Lead by example in customer service to patients, visitors, and staff.
• Support quality assurance, infection prevention, and continuous improvement programs.
• Monitor safety procedures including handling of chemicals and PPE.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Budgeting

Education

Associate degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Summary

Environmental Services (EVS) Manager responsible for supporting the successful operation of the Environmental Services department within a 362-bed acute care hospital. Provide leadership to frontline staff, ensures highest standards of cleanliness and infection prevention, promotes employee engagement and delivers a safe, clean, welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily housekeeping and environmental services operations to maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary healthcare environment
• Ensure assigned areas consistently meet hospital, regulatory, and infection prevention standards
• Participate in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and retention of EVS team members
• Assist with staff scheduling and daily workforce planning to ensure appropriate coverage and productivity
• Assign work areas, project responsibilities, and special cleaning assignments based on departmental priorities
• Plan, coordinate, and monitor periodic and project-based cleaning activities
• Provide ongoing coaching, training, recognition, and performance feedback to team members
• Lead by example in promoting exceptional customer service and responsiveness to patients, visitors, and hospital staff
• Participate in departmental meetings, leadership development programs, and ongoing training initiatives
• Support quality assurance, infection prevention, and continuous improvement programs throughout the facility
• Ensure proper use, cleaning, maintenance, and accountability of departmental equipment and supplies
• Monitor compliance with safety procedures, including proper handling and storage of chemicals and PPE
• Conduct routine inspections and audits to ensure cleanliness, safety, and regulatory compliance
• Assist frontline staff with cleaning responsibilities as needed to support operational requirements
• Support department budget goals through effective labor, supply, and equipment management
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of experience in environmental services, housekeeping, facilities support, hospitality services, or related field
• One or more years of supervisory or management experience, preferably in a healthcare environment
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop, and engage diverse teams
• Associate’s degree a plus but not required
• Demonstrated commitment to quality, customer service, and operational excellence
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem‑solving, decision‑making, and conflict‑resolution abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and perform effectively in a fast‑paced healthcare environment
• Understanding of budgeting principles, labor management, and expense control
• Highly organized with strong administrative and time‑management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and other web‑based systems
• Preferred: Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Technician (CHEST), Registered Executive Housekeeper (REH), or other relevant certification

Equal Opportunity Statement

Compass Group is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience, without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected classification.

Legal Compliance

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.