Summary This position is located in the Environmental Management Service (EMS) of the VA Medical Center at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center in Charleston SC. The Housekeeping Aid Supervisor exercises technical and administrative supervision over subordinate workers in supporting and performing tasks (e.g., environment of care, textile distribution and training) associated with the EMS goals and objectives. Responsibilities Duties include but not limited to: Incumbent is a working supervisor who works jointly with the other Housekeeping Aide Supervisors to oversee all aspects of Environmental Management Service (EMS) to include all textile care processing. The primary objectives of the position are to ensure that the Medical Center meets or exceeds all Environment of Care standards for cleanliness and for the administration of the linen control program. Incumbent supervises the housekeeping aides, laundry workers, materials handler, and work leaders for Environmental Management Service. He/she is responsible for planning, estimating, scheduling, and supervising work accomplished Environmental Management Service, to include all aspects of the textile care processing program (e.g., equipment, linen, uniforms, and inspections), and conducts continuous performance monitoring and corrective actions, to include additional training. The incumbent also directs the day to day activities and tasks of assigned volunteer and compensated work therapy (CWT) patients, and possesses the skills and knowledge needed to ensure that the Medical Center provides a physical environment free of hazards for all patients, staff and visitors. Incumbent has regular access to printed and electronic files which may contain sensitive data that must be protected under the provisions of the Privacy Act of 1974, and other applicable laws, federal regulations, VA statutes and policy, and VHA policy. He/she is responsible for protecting the data from unauthorized release, alteration and following applicable regulations regarding access to computerized files and access codes. Work Schedule: Part-time 32 hours per week weekends/various tours and various hours Position Description Title/PD#: Housekeeping Aid Supervisor/PD07730A Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Requirements Conditions of Employment 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, 01/23/2025. 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. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Sanitation, scheduling, planning, performance monitoring, training, environmental care, hazards waste, computer skills and safety techniques 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 Safety Interpret Instructions, Specifications (other than blueprint reading) Lead or Supervise 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. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Incumbent is required to perform work while standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, or working with hands overhead. There is occasional work requiring lifting and carrying of heavy loads. It may be necessary to work in cramped quarters, small openings, on stepladders, in areas with dust, dirt, extreme heat or cold. Incumbent must be alert and focused while using the various pieces of equipment and appliances. Incumbent must be able to determine the cause of malfunctions and take the necessary steps to correct them in order to maintain operations. Education There is no educational substitution at this grade level. Additional Information This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.