Director of Environmental Services (The Lebanon Valley Home)

The Lebanon Valley Home is currently accepting applications for a full-time exempt Director of Environmental Services to plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of maintenance, housekeeping, and laundry services in our small continuing care retirement community.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain departments according to federal and state regulations and professional standards;
• Assist in the development, administrator, interpretation, and coordination of departmental procedures;
• Assume responsibility for obtaining and maintaining the master binder of SDSs for hazardous chemicals;
• Direct the day to day functions of employees under the position's supervision;
• Make written and oral reports and recommendations to the Executive Director concerning the operation of the department;
• Assist in preparing and maintaining the department's budget;
• Perform routine visual inspections of the facility to assess and ensure a safe, sanitary, well-maintained environment for residents, staff, and guests;
• Ensure the routine maintenance program is maintained;
• Provide for repair of equipment, as needed;
• Ensure required testing and inspection of emergency equipment and systems;
• Ensure the required scheduling and implementation of fire and disaster drills and evaluate overall performance of drills;
• Lead facility safety committee; serve on or attend various meetings and committees;
• Interview, hire, orient, schedule, and manage employees for the departments within supervision;
• Collaborate with other departments and departmental leaders to support the overall mission of the organization; and,
• Other duties as needed and as requested.

Requirements:

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalency;
• Must have at least two years experience in a supervisory capacity;
• Must have knowledge and experience with utility systems and general building maintenance and repair;
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, visitors, guests, government agencies, and contractors;
• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel;
• Must possess basic computer skills.

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