The primary purpose of the position is to have direct oversight over second and third shift Operations to include DME processing, floor care, BMS and Sanitation operations. Incumbent will assure all units in building 100 , building 7 and 520 ae properly covered and Terminal cleaning and Bed turnovers are prompt. Incumbent will assure the floor-team is in place. The incumbent in this position must possess a thorough knowledge of all EMS operations, Proper cleaning procedures, Safety procedures,

Duties

IMPORTANT NOTICE: By law, Housekeeping Aid positions may only be filled with applicants eligible for Veterans' Preference. Non-preference eligible applicants may be considered only if currently employed by VHA as Housekeeping Aid employees at this facility. In order to receive proper consideration as a preference eligible, a copy of your DD-214 and/or other acceptable proof of preference eligibility must be submitted The primary purpose of the position is to assist Environmental Care Specialist (Palo Alto Site Manager) by supervising staff on 2nd and 3rd shifts at VA Palo Alto Health Care System, Palo Alto Division to include DME program. The position is Foreman of the DMS Processing Section, second and Third shifts Sanitation operations of the Environmental Management Service (EMS) with the responsibility for planning coordinating and directing all DME processing and sanitation operations, through subordinate supervisors and within imposed limitations, assures that effective services are provided throughout the Medical Center. The Foreman directly supervises Fou(4) Housekeeping Aid Supervisors and indirectly supervises Six (6) Housekeeping Aid Work Leaders, WL-2, Twelve (12) Health Aids and Thirty (40) Housekeeping Aids, WG-2.On a continuing basis, the supervisor has full responsibility for employees assigned to the cleaning of Reusable Medical Equipment (RME/DME).The supervisor is responsible for job design, job engineering, work scheduling, training, counseling and motivating employees within the programs, job assignments, work tasks, training and other supervisory actions must be tailored to fit these special circumstances for individual workers. Counseling and motivational activities are regular and recurring and are essential to the effective handling of the special work situation .Primary duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Conducts a comprehensive training program designed to correct deficiencies and enhance skills of all subordinate supervisors, Work Leaders, Health Aids and Housekeeping Aids. Assigns and explains work requirements to subordinate supervisors maintaining a balanced workload among his/her sections. Regularly provides reports of deficiencies and corrective action to be taken by management. Assigns and explains work requirements to subordinate supervisors maintaining a balanced workload among his/her subunits. Reassigns housekeeping aid Work Leaders, Health Aids Housekeeping Aids and supervisors among shifts and subunits with the concurrence of the Chief. Evaluates work in progress and upon completion, initiates or recommends corrective measures as required and coordinates sanitation operation and DME operation with the supervisors of other functions. Assures effective implementation of management programs and policies, including safety suggestions, cost reductions, equal opportunity employment, merit promotion, labor management policy etc. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, M-F 10:00am-6:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Housekeeping Aid Supervisor/PD02117O Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• You may be required to serve a probationary period
• Subject to background/security investigation
• Pre-employment physical required
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)
• Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 04/16/2024. 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:Dexterity and SafetyInterpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading)Use and Maintain Tools and EquipmentWork Practices 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 work performed may require continuous walking, standing, stooping, stretching and lifting. Manual effort may be necessary during training sessions or in emergency situations. The incumbent will work normally inside in well lighted, heated or ventilated areas. He/she may be exposed to contagion and possible infection, loud noises, bruises, minor shock and other injuries.

Education

There are no educational requirements.

Contacts

• Address Palo Alto VA Medical Center 3801 Miranda Avenue Palo Alto, CA 94304 US
• Name: Vickie Pahl
• Phone: 925-356-4008
• Email: [email protected]