Director, Environmental Services Department
Apply NowCompany: Mass General Brigham
Location: Boston, MA 02115
Description:
Site: The General Hospital Corporation
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Summary
Responsible for overseeing and directing all aspects of environmental services operations. Develop and execute strategies, policies, and programs to ensure compliance with environmental regulations, promote sustainability, and maintain a clean and safe environment.
Does this position require Patient Care? No
Essential Functions
Develop and execute the environmental services strategy, goals, and objectives for the organization, aligning them with overall business objectives and sustainability targets.
-Oversee and direct all aspects of environmental services operations, including cleaning, waste management, recycling, sustainability initiatives, and maintenance activities.
-Provide leadership, guidance, and supervision to a team of environmental services managers, supervisors, and staff, ensuring effective communication, collaboration, and performance management.
-Ensure compliance with applicable environmental regulations, health and safety standards, and company policies across all environmental services operations.
-Collaborate with procurement and finance departments to manage vendor contracts, negotiate pricing, and optimize procurement of supplies and services related to environmental services.
-Lead and drive sustainability initiatives, such as energy conservation, waste reduction, and green cleaning practices, to minimize the environmental impact of operations and promote environmental stewardship.
-Serve as the primary point of contact for external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, community organizations, and industry partners, addressing environmental concerns, maintaining positive relationships, and ensuring compliance.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree Environmental Sciences required or Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
Cleaning/Janitorial Experience 8-10+ years required and Management/Leadership Experience 5-7 years required and Sustainability Experience 3-5 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong knowledge of environmental regulations, waste management practices, cleaning techniques, and safety protocols.
- Knowledge of sustainability practices and experience with implementing environmental initiatives.
- Proven track record of developing and implementing environmental strategies, programs, and initiatives.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with multiple teams and stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze complex environmental issues, develop innovative solutions, and make informed decisions.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing circumstances in a dynamic environment.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
100 Blossom Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Summary
Responsible for overseeing and directing all aspects of environmental services operations. Develop and execute strategies, policies, and programs to ensure compliance with environmental regulations, promote sustainability, and maintain a clean and safe environment.
Does this position require Patient Care? No
Essential Functions
Develop and execute the environmental services strategy, goals, and objectives for the organization, aligning them with overall business objectives and sustainability targets.
-Oversee and direct all aspects of environmental services operations, including cleaning, waste management, recycling, sustainability initiatives, and maintenance activities.
-Provide leadership, guidance, and supervision to a team of environmental services managers, supervisors, and staff, ensuring effective communication, collaboration, and performance management.
-Ensure compliance with applicable environmental regulations, health and safety standards, and company policies across all environmental services operations.
-Collaborate with procurement and finance departments to manage vendor contracts, negotiate pricing, and optimize procurement of supplies and services related to environmental services.
-Lead and drive sustainability initiatives, such as energy conservation, waste reduction, and green cleaning practices, to minimize the environmental impact of operations and promote environmental stewardship.
-Serve as the primary point of contact for external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, community organizations, and industry partners, addressing environmental concerns, maintaining positive relationships, and ensuring compliance.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree Environmental Sciences required or Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
Cleaning/Janitorial Experience 8-10+ years required and Management/Leadership Experience 5-7 years required and Sustainability Experience 3-5 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong knowledge of environmental regulations, waste management practices, cleaning techniques, and safety protocols.
- Knowledge of sustainability practices and experience with implementing environmental initiatives.
- Proven track record of developing and implementing environmental strategies, programs, and initiatives.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with multiple teams and stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze complex environmental issues, develop innovative solutions, and make informed decisions.
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing circumstances in a dynamic environment.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
- Standing Frequently (34-66%)
- Walking Frequently (34-66%)
- Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
- Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
- Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
- Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
- Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)
- Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
- Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
- Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
- Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
- Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
- Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
- Talking Constantly (67-100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
100 Blossom Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.