Housekeeping Aid Supervisor

Veterans Health Administration • Cleveland, OH

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About The Position

The VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System is recruiting a Housekeeping Aid Supervisor for its Environmental Management Service. The supervisor plans, organizes, schedules, and evaluates comprehensive environmental activities to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The role includes planning team staffing resources and determining the supplies and equipment needed for environmental care functions. The position also involves training, personnel supervision, schedule coordination, and analysis of special tasks and projects.

Work is normally performed indoors in areas with adequate heat, light, and ventilation, though some work may take place outdoors in varying temperatures and inclement weather. The position involves occasional lifting and moving of objects over 50 pounds and moderately heavy physical effort, such as mopping or scraping sticky or heavy liquids. Use of heavy powered cleaning equipment is required periodically. Personal protective equipment may be required due to possible exposure to healthcare waste or other safety risks. Care is necessary when working on ladders, using power equipment weighing 30–100 pounds, and handling hazardous materials.

The work schedule is variable and includes weekends and holidays. The position description title and number are Housekeeping Aid Supervisor, PD99911S. No specific education qualification is required, and no specific length of training or experience is required; applicants must demonstrate sufficient training or experience to perform the work.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Selective Service registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Applicants must meet the qualification requirements by the announcement closing date, 11/13/2026.
• No specific length of training or experience is required, but applicants must demonstrate training or experience of sufficient scope and quality to perform the work; evidence must be described in the resume.
• Ability to lead or supervise.
• Dexterity and safety skills.
• Ability to interpret instructions and specifications other than blueprint reading.
• Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of work practices.
• Must complete a background/security investigation and pre-employment evaluation.
• Must participate in the seasonal influenza vaccination program as a VA Health Care Personnel employee.
• Must serve a one-year probationary period or two-year trial period, as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, schedule, and evaluate comprehensive environmental activities to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Plan staff resources and determine the supplies and equipment required for environmental care functions within the team.
• Supervise on-the-job training and assist with informal instruction on procedures, techniques, safety, and the use of equipment and supplies.
• Conduct personnel performance appraisals and recommend appropriate reassignments, promotions, and performance awards.
• Counsel employees about attendance and work performance, address complaints and grievances, and initiate or recommend disciplinary action within delegated authority.
• Coordinate schedules for the various tours of duty with the overall requirements of the team.
• Conduct or supervise assigned special tasks, projects, and studies, and analyze data to identify efficient operations.

Benefits

• Federal employees receive a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on the position and eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed