Executive Housekeeper

Location: Anchorage, AK

FLSA Classification: Exempt - Salaried

Employment Class: Full Time Regular

Position Summary:

(a federal government contractor) is seeking a qualified Executive Housekeeper who will lead a goal-orientated hospital/clinical housekeeping department to create a team environment that is effective, productive, and rewarding. Together with your team, you will create a clean and safe environment for clinical staff, patients, and residents.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

* As a Certified Executive Housekeeper (CEH), you will be responsible for managing the housekeeping/janitorial staff, overseeing the work of the shift leaders and service staff, managing inventory and supplies, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and training and developing the custodial staff.
* Execute managerial and administrative oversight of the hospital housekeeping requirements.
* Able to manage staff at multiple locations.
* Must be available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for calls/meetings from client.
* This position will also perform daytime shift lead duties.

Minimum Qualifications:

* High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
* At least five (5) years' experience, which includes at least three (3) years general housekeeping experience and two (2) years of specific hospital housekeeping experience
* Must meet or exceed one or more of the following:
o Certified member of the International Executive Housekeeper's Association (IEHA)
o Current member of the American Society for Healthcare Environmental Services of the American Hospital Association
o Successfully completed a publicly offered housekeeper's course certified by the IEHA, or
o Successful completion of a comparable formal Executive Housekeeper's Course emphasizing hospital disinfection and independently controlled by an in-service management training program

Other Requirements:

* Ability to pass background checks by various Federal Agencies (e.g., DOD, DHS, FAA, etc.) to obtain security access badges
* Valid Driver's License with clean driving record
* Must be authorized to work in the United States
* Must pass a pre-employment drug test
* Must pass a pre-employment background test
* Must be fully vaccinated
* Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Preferred Qualifications:

* OSHA 10 Training Certificate
* OSHA 30 Training Certificate
* Proficiency in languages other than English, especially Spanish

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

* Interpersonal Skills: Ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization
* Communication: Effective written, spoken, and non-verbal communication
* Customer Service: Service-oriented mentality with a focus on exceeding expectations
* Professionalism: Maintain a positive and professional demeanor
* Decision Making: Ability to quickly make sound decisions and judgments
* Proactivity: Self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize projects and needs
* Team Player: Willingness to provide support where needed to achieve outcomes
* Business Ethics: Demonstrate integrity, respect, and discretion in all business dealings
* Organization: Attention to detail and ability to effectively manage tasks in a fast-paced environment

Working Environment:

* Work is typically performed in an indoor environment, in a medical/clinic setting
* Typical workweek: however, it may require some long days to meet periodic upturn in business demands or meet deadlines

Physical Demands (including but not limited to):

* Frequent sitting for prolonged periods of time, using hands/fingers requiring dexterity and coordination to handle files and single pieces of paper, reaching with hands and arms for items above and below desk level, talking, hearing, and seeing (up close, at a distance, along the periphery, with depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus); walking from place to place
* Work requires computer usage with strength, dexterity, coordination, and visual acuity to use keyboard and video display terminal and other office equipment.
* Capable of spending long days on your feet for hours at a time
* Ability to walk a multi-level, multi-building facility campus with limited breaks
* Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted
* Employee may be required to pass a functional capacity test for this position
* Minimal travel will be required.

Advancia Technologies, LLCis an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our business. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.