This position is located within Environmental Management Services (EMS) at the Central Texas Veterans Health Care System (CTVHCS), Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
The primary purpose of this position is to provide technical and administrative supervision to subordinate staff responsible for supporting and performing duties related to environmental sanitation, environment of care, textile distribution, staff training, and other activities essential to achieving EMS goals and objectives.
Major duties include, but are not limited to: Plans, assigns, coordinates, and supervises daily and periodic housekeeping operations, ensuring timely completion of routine and non-routine cleaning assignments in patient care areas, operating rooms, corridors, and other designated areas.
Provides technical guidance, on-the-job training, and instruction to subordinate employees on proper cleaning methods, equipment operation, infection prevention procedures, safety requirements, and patient-centered customer service. Conducts routine inspections of assigned areas to evaluate cleanliness, sanitation standards, employee performance, and compliance with established policies and procedures; identifies deficiencies and initiates corrective actions.
Performs administrative supervisory responsibilities, including scheduling work assignments, approving leave, reviewing time and attendance records, evaluating employee performance, counseling employees, and recommending disciplinary actions when appropriate. Coordinates staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies to ensure efficient operations, effective resource utilization, and timely response to emergencies, staffing shortages, and changing operational priorities.
Ensures proper use, maintenance, storage, and accountability of housekeeping equipment, cleaning chemicals, supplies, and textiles while promoting safe work practices and cost-effective operations. Collaborates with other departments and supervisors to coordinate housekeeping services, resolve operational concerns, and minimize disruptions to patient care and healthcare system activities.
Maintains required inspection reports, training documentation, and operational records; communicates significant concerns, staffing issues, and recommendations for improvement to higher-level management. May oversee the distribution of uniforms and textiles and perform additional supervisory responsibilities as assigned. Work Schedule: Full Time, Sunday - Saturday, 7:00am - 3:45pm, includes holidays.
Position Description Title/PD#: Housekeeping Aid Supervisor - Environmental Services Technician Supervisor/PD99911S Physical Requirements: Work requires movement between offices, hospitals, warehouses, and similar areas for meetings and to conduct work. Work also requires walking/standing, in conjunctions with travel to and attendance at meetings and/or conferences away from the work site. Incumbent may carry and lift light items weighing less than 50 pounds.
There is no educational substitution at this grade level.
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This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $26.79 – $31.27/hr.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-10-28.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
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