Environmental Services Manager

Forefront Healthcare & Culinary Services•Knoxville, TN

13d•$55,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

Forefront Healthcare is unique, experienced, and specialized in serving the continuum of care. With finely tailored, high-quality support services, Forefront helps its partners elevate the patient and resident experience. As part of our leadership team, you’ll play a vital role in managing Environmental Services operations during the day shift in a hospital environment. Rooted in our core values—Tenacity, Integrity, Creativity, Safety, and Caring—you’ll help ensure a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patients, staff, and visitors. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative, purpose-driven role, we’d love to hear from you! What You'll Do: Support the Director of EVS in all housekeeping and laundry operations to meet cleanliness and safety standards Lead, train, and coach day shift staff, fostering engagement and accountability Ensure compliance with hospital infection prevention protocols and Forefront Healthcare policies Collaborate closely with clinical departments and hospital leadership to align goals Assist with budgeting, inventory management, and operational reporting Manage departmental records and documentation as required Participate in audits, training, and quality improvement initiatives Promote a positive and professional work environment focused on patient-centered care

Requirements

Proven leadership experience in healthcare Environmental Services or a related field
Strong knowledge of infection prevention and healthcare compliance standards
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; skilled at coaching and developing staff
Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently in a dynamic environment
Proactive attitude and commitment to delivering exceptional service
Comfortable working day shifts, with some weekend and holiday flexibility

Responsibilities

Support the Director of EVS in all housekeeping and laundry operations to meet cleanliness and safety standards
Lead, train, and coach day shift staff, fostering engagement and accountability
Ensure compliance with hospital infection prevention protocols and Forefront Healthcare policies
Collaborate closely with clinical departments and hospital leadership to align goals
Assist with budgeting, inventory management, and operational reporting
Manage departmental records and documentation as required
Participate in audits, training, and quality improvement initiatives
Promote a positive and professional work environment focused on patient-centered care