Housekeeping/EVS Manager

Forefront Healthcare; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Forefront Healthcare seeks an Environmental Services Manager to oversee the day-to-day EVS operations in a healthcare setting, including cleaning, laundry, and compliance with safety standards.

The role leads front-line supervisors, supports infection prevention goals, and partners with the Director on strategic initiatives and reporting to ensure a safe, clean environment for patients and staff.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising environmental services staff.
• Knowledge of infection prevention practices.
• Understanding of OSHA, CMS, and TJC regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise EVS supervisors, technicians, and laundry staff.
• Oversee laundry operations, staffing, workflow and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and safety requirements.
• Develop and monitor departmental schedules and productivity.
• Conduct regular inspections and quality audits of patient areas and spaces.
• Manage inventory, equipment maintenance, and supply orders.
• Implement KPIs and monitor operational efficiency and service quality.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support infection prevention and safety initiatives.
• Support the Director in reporting and program implementation.

Skills

Staff supervision

Infection prevention

Regulatory compliance

Performance metrics

Team collaboration

Job description

Forefront is dedicated to enhancing lives through exceptional culinary and support services. As a member of our team, you play an important role in maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable environment in a healthcare setting. Guided by our core values Tenacity, Integrity, Creativity, Service Excellence, Safety, and Caring, you help support healing and well-being for those we serve. If you take pride in your work and enjoy making a difference each day, we would love to have you on our team.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Supportive Culture: Work alongside a team that values respect, teamwork, and doing the job right
• Growth Opportunities: On-the-job training and opportunities to learn new skills
• Competitive Benefits: Full-time team members are eligible for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and more

The Environmental Services Manager oversees day-to-day operations of environmental services, including facility cleaning, floor care, waste management, and laundry services. This role ensures departmental compliance with regulatory standards, maintains a safe and clean environment for patients, residents, and staff, and supports the implementation of operational goals. The Manager leads front-line supervisors and associates, ensures quality service delivery, and assists and supports the Director in strategic planning, reporting, and departmental initiatives.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

• This is a salaried exempt leadership position. Extended hours may be necessary based on operational needs.

Essential Functions and Duties

• Supervise and support EVS supervisors, technicians, and laundry staff.
• Oversee laundry operations, including staffing, workflow, equipment, and infection prevention practices.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, CMS, TJC, and other applicable regulations.
• Develop and monitor departmental schedules, assignments, and productivity standards.
• Conduct regular inspections and quality audits of patient/resident areas, public spaces, and laundry operations.
• Manage departmental inventory, equipment maintenance, and supply orders.
• Implement performance metrics and track KPIs for operational efficiency and service quality.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support infection prevention, patient satisfaction, and safety initiatives.
• Support the Director in preparing reports, evaluating departmental performance, and implementing new programs or initiatives.

General Responsibility as Required for Position

• Responsible for acting in conformance with all facility and departmental policies and procedures including those relating to Human Resources, Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, Health and Safety regulations, Compliance requirements, Patient Rights, Confidentiality, and HIPAA. Responsible for acting in conformance with accrediting agency standards.
• Attends department meetings as required.
• Demonstrates accountability to accept responsibility for personal/professional growth and any required certification/licenses, if applicable.
• Completes mandatory training and competencies annually.

Travel

• N/A

AAP/EEO Statement

Forefront will not discriminate based on race, color, sex, height, weight, disability, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, military service, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or any other protected class in its hiring practices, conditions for transfer or promotion, policies, discipline, discharge, terms, conditions or benefits of employment.

Other Duties as assigned

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Job duties, tasks, responsibilities, and activities may change from time to time.

Position Type

Full-time