MANAGER, ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES OPERATIONS (DEPARTMENT OF FACILITIES MANAGEMENT) - ACTIVELY RECRUITED-2121 W. Harrison Street

Cook County•Chicago, IL

13h•$96,607 - $106,635•Onsite

About The Position

Lead and oversee the Environmental Services (EVS) operations, ensuring a safe, clean, and well-maintained facility that complies with applicable infection control, hazardous waste, forensic, and regulatory standards. Operating in a highly sensitive forensic environment, manages facility sanitation operations and ensures continuous operational readiness while maintaining stringent security, safety, and confidentiality requirements. This position is Actively Recruited and At Will. This position is On Call 24/7.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher in Environmental Science, Facilities Management, Public Health or a directly related field.
Five (5) years of experience in environmental services, commercial janitorial management, or facilities operations within a healthcare, laboratory, or forensic setting or a directly related field.
Three (3) years of prior supervisory experience.
Certification in Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Biohazard Safety Training is required.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of advanced commercial cleaning techniques, equipment operation, and proper handling procedures for biohazardous and infectious waste.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal environmental, occupational safety, infection control, and biohazard management regulations, including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) requirements.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee the Environmental Services (EVS) operations.
Ensure a safe, clean, and well-maintained facility.
Ensure compliance with applicable infection control, hazardous waste, forensic, and regulatory standards.
Manage facility sanitation operations in a highly sensitive forensic environment.
Ensure continuous operational readiness while maintaining stringent security, safety, and confidentiality requirements.
Supervise, train, and motivate a diverse team of environmental services personnel.
Provide advanced expertise and guidance to team members navigating complex and non-traditional situations.
Manage inventory, including the safe tracking, storage, and utilization of industrial cleaning chemicals and supplies.
Develop, execute, and document comprehensive quality control programs.
Inspect and enforce complex standards and regulations within this highly specialized area.
Maintain the highest level of professionalism, discretion, and strict confidentiality.
Effectively organize and adjust staff schedules to accommodate a 24/7 operational environment, staff absences, and sudden emergency requests.
Clearly communicate and enforce stringent workplace policies, including safety protocols, restricted access limits, and absolute social media / photography prohibitions.