Director - Environmental Services - Ben Taub Hospital

At Harris Health System, we champion better health for our patients, their families and our community, by connecting them to an integrated healthcare system that provides high-quality healthcare. Harris Health focuses on the delivery of primary care, wellness and prevention services to the residents of Harris County, Texas, through its extensive network of inpatient and outpatient facilities. Harris Health is a proud recipient of the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered medical homes. Harris Health's medical faculty and residents are provided by its nationally recognized medical school partners: Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

JOB SUMMARY: Director of Environmental Services (EVS) will have responsibility for oversight of the EVS department to include Financial, Operational, and Strategic management. Develops and implements cost of service and uses reduction strategies related to technology assessment, planning and management activities for the Harris Health System; provides direct oversight and guidance to the entire system. Direct all aspects of the supplies, hazardous materials oversight. Responsible for planning, staffing, and effective and efficient utilization of District resources to better serve the patient satisfaction of services rendered.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Specialized Training/Licensure: BA/BS in Business Administration or related field required; Master's degree preferred. Registered Executive Housekeeper (REH) preferred. Education requirement may be substituted with 4 years of industry experience as outlined below
Work Experience (Years and Area): If Bachelor's degree is held, five (5) years of experience in related field required; if Bachelor's degree is not held, then nine (9) years of experience in related field required.
Management Experience (Years and Area): If Bachelor's degree is held, three (3) years management experience in healthcare, business or related field; if Bachelor's degree is not held, then five (5) years of management experience in healthcare, Business or related field.
Equipment Operated: Personal computer, calculator, fax, copier
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contract); Exceptional Verbal (e.g., Public Speaking); Writing /Composing: Reports
Other Skills: Analytical; Mathematics; P.C.; Word Proc
Work Schedule: Flexible