Incumbent is a working supervisor who works jointly with the other Housekeeping Aide Supervisors to oversee all aspects of Environmental Management Service (EMS) to include alt textile care processing. The primary objectives of the position are to ensure that the Medical Center meets or exceeds all Environment of Care standards for cleanliness and for the administration of the linen control program.

Duties

Incumbent supervises the housekeeping aides, laundry workers, materials handler, and work leaders for Environmental Management Service. He/she is responsible for planting, estimating, scheduling, and supervising work accomplished Environmental Management Service, to include all aspects of the textile care processing program ( e.g., equipment, linen, uniforms, and inspections), and conducts continuous performance monitoring and corrective actions, to include additional training. The incumbent also directs the day to day activities and tasks of assigned volunteer and compensated work therapy (cwt) patients, and possesses the skills and knowledge needed to ensure that the Medical Center provides a physical environment free of hazards for all patients, staff and visitors. Incumbent has regular access to printed and electronic files which may contain sensitive data that must be protected under the provisions of the Privacy Act of 1974, and other applicable laws, federal regulations, VA statutes and policy, and VHA policy. He/she is responsible for protecting the data from unauthorized release, alteration and following applicable regulations regarding access to computerized files and access codes. Incumbent is required to perform work while standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, or working with hands overhead. There is occasional work requiring lifting and carrying of heavy loads. It may be necessary to work in cramped quarters, small openings, on stepladders, in areas with dust, dirt, extreme heat or cold. Incumbent must be alert and focused while using the various pieces of equipment and appliances. Incumbent must be able to determine the cause of malfunctions and take the necessary steps to correct them in order to maintain operations. Work Schedule: Needs of the Service may include Weekends/Holidays Position Description Title/PD#: Housekeeping Aid Supervisor/PD07730A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement,03/19/2024 . EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Ability to InspectAbility to InstructAbility to Lead or SuperviseAbility to Use and Maintain Tools and EquipmentChemistryWork Practices (Including Keeping Things Neat, Clean, and in Order) Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: The physical demands of the position will be that normally required of a housekeeping aid. Some heavy lifting (equipment and materials), movement of furniture required along with the stamina to perform physical labor. Continuous walking, standing, stooping, bending, and lifting, arduous physical effort is required in the pe1formance of manual tasks described; such as washing walls above five feet and operating powered equipment over extended periods of time when providing training to employees etc. Visual acuity to distinguish between colors, identify dust and other deficiencies is required. Working conditions such as ventilation and environment are satisfactory. Incumbent may be subject to occasional noise, skin irritations, cuts, and bruises. The work performed requires continuous walking when making inspections in the various buildings. When occasionally performing cleaning tasks, moderate effort is expended. Must have thorough knowledge of specialized cleaning and sanitation techniques, materials and equipment in order to instruct employees.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Ralph H Johnson Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center 109 Bee Street Charleston, SC 29401 US
• Name: Lois Auge
• Phone: 706-002-0094 X20094
• Email: [email protected]