Healthcare Environmental Services Lead

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center; Upper Montvale (NJ); On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in Bergen County, NJ, is seeking an Environmental Services Lead to guide daily operations and ensure high safety and cleanliness standards. The role emphasizes leadership, staff training, and adherence to infection control in a healthcare environment.

Responsibilities include scheduling, oversight of cleaning procedures, waste handling, and cross-site coverage. 20-hour weekly schedule, part-time, with a focus on quality and teamwork within MSK’s

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Environmental Services or Operations experience, ideally in a healthcare or hospital setting.
• Prior lead, supervisory or progressive leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of infection control principles, cleaning procedures, and hospital safety standards.
• Proven track record empowering and developing team members while fostering a positive, inclusive work environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to adapt to diverse audiences.
• Proven reliability, sound judgment, and accountability in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer literacy for communication, reporting, and training.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks such as standing, walking, and bending for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Assign and oversee daily work assignments, adjust schedules as needed, and provide regular updates on team performance, equipment status, and inventory.
• Oversee standardized cleaning procedures and ensure compliance with infection control and safety guidelines to protect patients, visitors, and staff.
• Ensure accurate handling, containment, and disposal of general and infectious waste, including chemicals, following hospital procedures.
• Demonstrate expert knowledge in chemical handling, including mixing, usage, storage, and labeling.
• Lead by example—training and mentoring Environmental Services staff to maintain departmental standards and procedures.
• Support departmental operations through participation in meetings, project assignments, and emergency response needs.

Skills

Lead by example

Supervisory experience

Infection control

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Team development

Computer literacy

Physical fitness

Job description

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in Bergen County, NJ, is seeking an Environmental Services Lead to guide daily operations and ensure high safety and cleanliness standards. The role emphasizes leadership, staff training, and adherence to infection control in a healthcare environment.

Responsibilities include scheduling, oversight of cleaning procedures, waste handling, and cross-site coverage. 20-hour weekly schedule, part-time, with a focus on quality and teamwork within MSK’s