Director of Environmental Services

Job Description

Job Description

The Environmental Services Director is responsible for overseeing and managing the environmental services (EVS) department, ensuring a clean, safe, and healthy environment for patients, staff, and visitors. This position plays a key role in maintaining the highest standards of sanitation, infection prevention, and safety within Lemontree Healthcare facilities. The director will lead, direct, and manage a team of environmental services personnel to ensure that all areas of the healthcare facility comply with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as established best practices.

Key Responsibilities :

• Leadership & Management :

Oversee and manage the daily operations of the environmental services department, including cleaning, sanitation, waste management, and pest control.

Ensure compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards (e.g., OSHA, Joint Commission, CDC, and local health regulations).

Develop and manage the department’s budget, ensuring cost-effective purchasing, resource allocation, and adherence to budgetary constraints.

Monitor and evaluate the cleanliness and hygiene standards throughout the facility, identifying areas for improvement.

Oversee the maintenance and repair of cleaning equipment and ensure it is properly sanitized and functioning.

Act as the primary point of contact for all environmental service-related inquiries, collaborating with other departments to coordinate cleaning schedules during high-traffic or sensitive times.

Develop and implement emergency response protocols for cleaning and sanitation in the event of contamination, infectious outbreaks, or other public health concerns.

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Work Conditions :

Lemontree Healthcare policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, status as a special disabled veteran, or any other protected criteria as established by federal, state, or local laws. Employment decisions at Lemontree are based solely upon relevant criteria, including an individual’s capabilities, qualifications, training, experience, and suitability.