Executive Director, Facilities, Environmental Health and Safety

JPS Health Network; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

JPS Health Network in North Texas seeks an Executive Director, Facilities, Environmental Health and Safety to oversee network operations for Facilities and EHS. The role provides leadership on construction projects, MEP systems, and regulatory compliance to meet AHJ and accreditation standards across all JPS facilities.

You will develop strategic KPIs, manage budgets, supervise a team, and collaborate with PD&C for capital planning and safety programs, focusing on health, safety, fire

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• 10+ years in facilities engineering/management and regulatory compliance.
• 5+ years leading a team in environmental, health, and safety disciplines.
• Certified Healthcare Facility Manager (CHFM) and Certified Healthcare Safety Professional (CHSP) certifications.
• FEMA ICs 100, 200 and 700 certifications to be obtained within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Oversee strategic planning for Facilities and EHS aligned to JPS Health Network’s metrics.
• Oversee all functional areas of Facilities and EHS for multiple campuses and properties.
• Develop, implement and manage budgets for Facilities Engineering and EHS operations.
• Provide regulatory guidance to ensure compliance with authorities having jurisdiction and accreditation standards.
• Lead design, construction oversight for MEP systems and safety programs.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Strategic planning

Stakeholder management

Project budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Safety and Health, Healthcare Administration, Engineering, Business Administration or related field

Master’s degree in Safety and Health, Healthcare Administration, Engineering, Business Administration or related field

Job description

Executive Director, Facilities, Environmental Health and Safety

JPS Health Network is a $950 million, tax-supported healthcare system in North Texas. Licensed for 582 beds, the network features over 25 locations across Tarrant County, with John Peter Smith Hospital a Level I Trauma Center, Tarrant County's only psychiatric emergency center, and the largest hospital-based family medical residency program in the nation. The health network employs more than 7,200 people.

Acclaim Multispecialty Group is the medical practice group featuring over 300 providers serving JPS Health Network. Specialties range from primary care to general surgery and trauma. The Acclaim Multispecialty Group formed around a common set of incentives and expectations supporting the operational, financial, and clinical performance outcomes of the network. Our goal is to provide high quality, compassionate clinical care for every patient, every time.

Why JPS?

We're more than a hospital. We're 7,200 of the most dedicated people you could ever meet. Our goal is to make sure the people of our community get the care they need and deserve. As community stewards, we abide by three Rules of the Road:

1. Own it.Everyone who wears the JPS badge contributes to our journey to excellence.
2. Seek joy.Every day, every shift, we celebrate our patients, smile, and emphasize positivity.
3. Don't be a jerk.Everyone is treated with courtesy and respect. Smiling, laughter, compassion - key components of our everyday experience at JPS.

When working here, you're surrounded by passion, diversity, and dedication. We look forward to meeting you!

Executive Director, Facilities, Environmental Health and Safety

Requisition Number

45831

Employment Type

Full Time

Division

SUPPORT SERVICES - FACILITIES, TRANS, POLICE

Compensation Type

Job Category

Job Category

Location

John Peter Smith Hospital

Shift Worked

Job Description

The Executive Director Facilities Engineering & EHS oversees network operations for the Facilities and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Departments for JPS Health Network. This role provides direct consultation to the Planning, Design, and Construction (PD&C) department on all construction projects specific to design and construction for Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems and compliance. This role ensures compliance with regulatory standards for building operations, medical equipment management, and healthcare-related codes. This position maintains all JPS network facilities (district-owned, district-leased, and newly built or renovated facilities and property) in compliance with all Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) to meet and/or exceed regulatory requirements for accreditation. The Executive Director provides leadership direction and support to all stakeholders to ensure compliance with all aspects of the physical environment to include safety, security, hazardous waste and materials, fire safety, medical equipment, and facilities management. This role collaborates with stakeholders to reduce incidents and improve regulatory compliance across all facilities.

Essential Job Functions & Accountabilities

• Oversees the near-term and long-term strategic planning for the Facilities and EHS departments relative to JPS Health Network’s strategic, financial, and guality metrics.
• Oversees all functional areas of Facilities and EHS for the Main Hospital Campus, Community Health Clinics, JPS Ambulatory Surgery Center, and owned or leased properties including real estate assets.
• Develops, implements and manages budgets (operational, capital, and Grant Funds) respective to Facilities Engineering and EHS operations.
• Oversees the evaluation and completion of lifecycle costs analysis for all MEP equipment and systems utilized during capital planning.
• Partners and consults directly with the PDC department on capital planning budgets for MEP system replacements and upgrades for all construction projects.
• Engages in capital construction & renovation projects for JPS relative to design & installation of MEP systems.
• Reviews and approves all architectural plans and specifications related to Life Safety and MEP systems to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal code requirements on all construction projects.
• Serves as executive leader with direct oversight and responsibility of the programming, design, and construction efforts for the Central Utility Plant as part of JPS’s Master Facilities Plan Program.
• Plans and establishes goals through the development of the strategic KPI’s and organizational objectives for the physical environment management plan setting the organization up for success and establishing a strong safety culture.
• Oversees compliance and adherence of equipment acquisitions, and equipment dispositions to meet local, state, and federal requirements.
• Provides regulatory guidance and consultation to leadership and staff regarding accreditation standards, codes, and requirements, including The Joint Commission, CMS, FGI, IBC, NFPA, ASHRAE, NEC, OSHA, CAP, EPA, TCEQ, DSHS, and other applicable agencies.
• Develops and implements “Best Practices” (Standards) for existing on-going maintenance/replacement and future capital investment for all Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing systems, and Utilities Management.
• Job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties and may be subject to change with or without notice. Staff are expected to perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Safety and Health, Healthcare Administration, Engineering, Business Administration or related field of study from an accredited college or University.
• 10 plus years of experience within facilities engineering, facilities management, and regulatory compliance of a health care facility or similar facility.
• 5 plus years of experience leading a team with a focus in the design, development, and general operational oversight of environmental, health, and safety disciplines.
• Certified Healthcare Facility Manager (CHFM) *AHA.
• Certified Healthcare Safety Professional (CHSP) *IBFCSM.
• Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) ICs 100, 200 and 700 certifications to be obtained within one year of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Safety and Health, Healthcare Administration, Engineering, Business Administration or related field of study from an accredited college or University.
• Engineering degree from an accredited program or similar experience.

For more information, visit www.jpshealthnet.org To view all job vacancies, visit www.jpshealthnet.org , www.jpshealthnet.org/careers ,or www.teamacclaim.org.

Job Title

Executive Director, Facilities, Environmental Health and Safety

Requisition Number

45831

Employment Type

Full Time

Division

SUPPORT SERVICES - FACILITIES, TRANS, POLICE

Compensation Type

Job Category

Director / Management Level

Hours Worked

Location

John Peter Smith Hospital

Shift Worked

Job Summary

The Executive Director Facilities Engineering & EHS oversees network operations for the Facilities and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Departments for JPS Health Network. This role provides direct consultation to the Planning, Design, and Construction (PD&C) department on all construction projects specific to design and construction for Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems and compliance. This role ensures compliance with regulatory standards for building operations, medical equipment management, and healthcare-related codes. This position maintains all JPS network facilities (district-owned, district-leased, and newly built or renovated facilities and property) in compliance with all Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) to meet and/or exceed regulatory requirements for accreditation. The Executive Director provides leadership direction and support to all stakeholders to ensure compliance with all aspects of the physical environment to include safety, security, hazardous waste and materials, fire safety, medical equipment, and facilities management. This role collaborates with stakeholders to reduce incidents and improve regulatory compliance across all facilities.

Essential Job Functions & Accountabilities

• Oversees the near-term and long-term strategic planning for the Facilities and EHS departments relative to JPS Health Network’s strategic, financial, and guality metrics.
• Oversees all functional areas of Facilities and EHS for the Main Hospital Campus, Community Health Clinics, JPS Ambulatory Surgery Center, and owned or leased properties including real estate assets.
• Develops, implements and manages budgets (operational, capital, and Grant Funds