Housekeeping Aid Supervisor

Summary

The VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System is recruiting for a Housekeeping Aid Supervisor. The Housekeeping Aid Supervisor will function in Environmental Management Service.

Duties

Duties include, but are not limited to: Planning, organizing, scheduling, and evaluating the program of comprehensive environmental activities at this facility to achieve compliance with the laws and regulations governing this program. Planning of staff resources and the determination of supplies and equipment required for environmental care functions within his/her team. Supervising on-the-job training and assisting in informal instructions of employees in subject matters such as procedures, techniques, safety, equipment, and supply usage. Conducting appraisals of the performance of team personnel; making recommendations on appropriate reassignments, promotions, and performance awards; counseling employees concerning attendance issues and work performance; addressing complaints and/or grievances; and initiating or recommending disciplinary action as necessary within delegated authority. Coordinates schedules of the various tours of duty to the overall requirements of the team. Conducting and/or supervising special task, projects, and studies as assigned and analyzing data to determine the most efficient operation. Work Schedule: Variable to include weekends and holidays Position Description Title/PD#: Housekeeping Aid Supervisor/PD99911S Physical Requirements: The position requires occasional lifting and moving objects weighing over 50 pounds (scrap and trash cans, crates, parts, etc.) Moderately heavy physical effort in mopping or scraping sticky or heavy liquids from floors may be required. Use of heavy powered cleaning equipment (wall washers, industrial-type buffers) is required, but not on a continual basis. Work is normally performed indoors with adequate heat, light, and ventilation. Some work may be performed outdoors where there may be exposed to varying degrees of heat and cold as well as inclement weather. PPE may be required in some circumstance as there is possible exposure to healthcare waste or other safety risks. Care is required to avoid serious injuries (i.e., broken bones) when working on ladders, or when using 30-100-pound power equipment or handling hazardous materials.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 11/13/2026. 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 Lead or Supervise Dexterity and Safety Interpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading) Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Work 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. VA Healthcare System Serving Ohio, Indiana and Michigan (VISN 10) advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.