SUPERVISOR ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES (JR229772)

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ViziRecruiter, LLC. is seeking an Environmental Services (EVS) Supervisor in New York, NY. This vital role entails managing daily hospital operations, overseeing cleanliness, and ensuring compliance with infection control standards. The successful candidate will supervise and train EVS staff, manage schedules, and maintain department policies.

The position demands flexibility, as it may require working evenings, weekends, and during emergencies. Candidates should possess significant experience in Environmental Services within a healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in Environmental Services or housekeeping in healthcare.
• 1–2 years supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of infection control standards and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Environmental Services operations across assigned areas.
• Ensure cleanliness and compliance with infection control standards.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate EVS staff.

Skills

Leadership and team development

Strong organizational skills

Problem-solving

Knowledge of healthcare compliance

Customer service mindset

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree or higher preferred

Tools

EVS-related systems

Job description

Overview

The Environmental Services (EVS) Supervisor is responsible for managing the daily operations of the hospital environment across the facility, ensuring a clean, safe, and compliant setting that supports optimal patient and associate experience. This role oversees regulatory compliance, infection control practices, departmental policies and procedures, surveys, payroll, scheduling, staffing, reporting, environmental operations, inventory management, and all EVS-related systems and equipment.

The EVS Supervisor handles sensitive and confidential information and must exercise sound judgment and discretion in all aspects of the role.

Depending on operational needs or specific projects, this position may require flexibility in work locations, hours, and shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. This is an essential role and may require reporting during inclement weather or emergency situations to ensure continuous operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate daily Environmental Services operations across assigned areas and shifts.
• Ensure all patient care areas, public spaces, and support departments meet Montefiore Einstein cleanliness and infection control standards.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with OSHA, CDC, and hospital regulatory requirements and infection prevention guidelines.
• Supervise, train, coach, and evaluate EVS staff to ensure performance expectations are consistently met.
• Manage staffing schedules, payroll processes, and workforce planning to meet operational needs.
• Conduct routine inspections, quality audits, and readiness for internal/external surveys; address deficiencies promptly.
• Maintain department policies and procedures and ensure adherence across the team.
• Oversee inventory management of supplies and equipment; coordinate procurement as needed.
• Collaborate with nursing, facilities, infection prevention, and leadership teams to support patient care operations.
• Respond to urgent or emergency cleaning needs, including isolation rooms, spills, and discharge cleans.
• Utilize EVS systems and applications for reporting, tracking performance, and operational efficiency.
• Document incidents, staff performance, inspections, and compliance activities as required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate degree or higher preferred.
• 2–5 years of Environmental Services, housekeeping, or related experience in a healthcare setting.
• Minimum 1–2 years of supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of infection control standards, cleaning procedures, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience managing staff schedules, payroll, and operational reporting preferred.
• Proficiency with EVS-related systems, equipment, and technology.
• Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Skills & Competencies

• Leadership and team development.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and quality assurance.
• Problem-solving and decision-making.
• Knowledge of healthcare compliance and regulatory standards.
• Customer service and patient-centered mindset.
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with discretion.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Hospital setting with exposure to cleaning chemicals and biohazard materials.
• Requires prolonged standing, walking, and occasional lifting.
• Must be able to work flexible schedules, including off-shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• May be required to work at varying locations based on operational needs.