Head of Hospital Environmental Services

CHS Career Site; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive health coverage

401(k) employer matching

Paid Time Off and EIB

Career growth opportunities

Recognition & rewards

Exclusive employee discounts

Job summary

The Director of Environmental Services leads and manages environmental services within a hospital setting, ensuring a clean, safe, and sanitary environment that meets healthcare regulations. This role oversees housekeeping, waste management, linen services, and infection prevention cleaning protocols, while driving operational efficiency and staff development.

Leading a team, you will manage budgets, vendor contracts, and quality control to support patient care and safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or 7+ years of related experience in lieu.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• 3–5 years leadership experience preferred.
• 3–5 years of related field experience with a bachelor’s degree required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary facility per healthcare standards.
• Direct environmental services operations, including housekeeping and waste management.
• Conduct audits to ensure infection control and safety compliance.
• Train staff on cleaning protocols and safety procedures.
• Negotiate vendor contracts for supplies and services.
• Oversee linen management program and cost control.
• Provide staff supervision and performance evaluations.
• Collaborate with hospital leadership on budgeting and strategic planning.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Problem solving

Time management

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree

7+ years experience in lieu of degree

Master's Degree preferred

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft 365

Healthcare software systems

Data analysis tools

Job description

The Director of Environmental Services leads and manages environmental services within a hospital setting, ensuring a clean, safe, and sanitary environment that meets healthcare regulations. This role oversees housekeeping, waste management, linen services, and infection prevention cleaning protocols, while driving operational efficiency and staff development.

Leading a team, you will manage budgets, vendor contracts, and quality control to support patient care and safety.