Assistant Hospital Environmental Services Manager - EVS - County of Riverside
Moreno Valley, CA 92551
About the Job
The County of Riverside's University Health System - Medical Center department seeks a Assistant Hospital Environmental Services Manager to join their EVS team. Under general supervision, the incumbent will assist in planning, administering, and directing the activities of the Environmental Services program at Riverside County Regional Medical Center, coordinate the day-to-day activities of the department, act for the Hospital Environmental Services Manager during absences, and do other work as required. This position is located in Moreno Valley.
The department is looking for a candidate who is highly productive and serves as a role model. The ideal candidate should offer outstanding performance and service excellence, have the ability to make good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward, provide direction, delegate, and remove obstacles to get work done. They must develop people to meet both their career goals and the organization's goals, and possess the ability to gain confidence and trust through honesty , Integrity, and authenticity.
Bilingual candidates and those who possess a valid CA Class A driver's license, a certificate in Supervisory Principles, and/or an American Society for HealthcareEnvironmental Services (C.H.E.S.P.) certification are encouraged to apply!
This position has a 9/80 schedule (the schedule 9/80 day off will be determined at a later time).
Meet the team! RUHS-MC Website
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
•Assists in planning, coordinating, and supervising the work of supervisory and non-supervisory personnel.
•Assists in the coordination of all Environmental Services in-service training programs; assists in the development of uniform policies and procedures to ensure the overall quality of Environmental Services in the hospital.
•Confers with Hospital Environmental Services Supervisors regarding problems and progress on their assigned shift and provides administrative as well as technical guidance when required.
•Assists in preparing administrative reports on budget, infectious/hazardous waste, inventory and purchases, quality assurance, and other pertinent data as required by various regulatory agencies and hospital accrediting bodies.
•Prepares and maintains records of Environmental Services Department procedures, equipment maintenance, training programs and personnel work schedules; interview, selects, and evaluates the work performance and progress of subordinate employees.
•Prepare correspondence and written reports; in the event of an emergency or staff shortage may serve as a Hospital Environmental Services Supervisor.
•Participates in staff meetings and conferences as directed; acts for the Hospital Environmental Services Manager during absences or as directed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience: Two years of administrative, managerial, or supervisory experience in housekeeping, preferably in an acute care hospital or health care agency which included budget preparation and control, procurement of supplies, and monitoring of a Quality Assurance Program in housekeeping.
Knowledge of:Principles of supervision; general sanitation methods; materials, equipment and techniques in floor/carpet care cleaning and chemical and disinfectant usage.
Ability to: Plan, organize and supervise the housekeeping services in a hospital; develop in-service training programs; communicate effectively; evaluate staffing, budget, and equipment requirements; interpret Joint Commission guidelines; analyze to ensure compliance with Joint Commission requirements; prepare clear, complete, and concise reports; and possess good organizational skills.
License/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Class A Driver's License.
Preferably a certificate in Supervisory Principles.
Preferably an American Society for Healthcare Environmental Services (C.H.E.S.P.) Certification.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). If you are a qualified individual and need a reasonable accommodation to take this exam, contact the recruiter before taking the exam. For additional information and the accommodation form, visit the Disability Access Office web page at: http://dao.rc-hr.com
Veteran's Preference:
The County has a Veteran's Preference Policy. Upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. See the policy here .
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of both a pre-employment physical exam, including a drug/alcohol test, and a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment).
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
What's Next?
Open to All Applicants
This recruitment is open to all applicants. Applicants who are current County of Riverside employees and/or current employees of The Riverside University Health System may be considered before other applicants depending on the volume of applications received.
Application Period
BASED ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED, THIS POSTING MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE.
Applications received prior to the closing date will be considered based on the information submitted. Changes or alterations cannot be accepted. All applicants must submit a complete application by the closing date of this recruitment. No late applications will be permitted.
Include relevant work experience details on resume and/or application.
Applicants who fail to provide information demonstrating they possess the position requirements may not be considered further in the application process. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ( AICE ).
Questions regarding this position? Please contact Raven Padilla at rpadilla@rivco.org .
GENERAL APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com . A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE: A Flexible Benefit Credit is provided on a monthly basis as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit. Vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP) at no cost to employee or eligible dependents.
Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here .
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
- Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
- Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
- Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013.As of July 1, 2020, the employee contribution is 7.25% and subject to change annually.
A new member is defined as any of the following:
CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".
Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:
This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.
If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.
401(a) MONEY PURCHASE PLAN: County contribution of $50 per pay period towards choice between two 401(a) plan providers.
ANNUAL LEAVE (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0 < 36 months = 8.92 Hours
36 to <108>108 or more months = 12.00 Hours
Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 1,800 hours. Employee may receive pay in lieu of up to 80 hours per calendar year. Agency/Department Head may approve an additional 80 hours.
-Annual Leave for Unrepresented Management Attorneys:
Maximum Annual Leave accumulation is 2,000 hours. Refer to Article 22 of the Management Resolution for a list of job classifications included.
HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 days can be taken through use of accrued leave balances).
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.
LONG-TERM DISABILITY (LTD): Benefit pays 66.67% of earnings to a maximum of $10,000 per month; 30-day waiting period; pays to age 65. Benefit can be coordinated with other available leave balances to provide up to 100% of pay.
POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the Management Resolution or applicable bargaining unit.
OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, Management Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information..