Summary This position is located in the Environmental Management Services (EMS), Housekeeping Section of the Tomah VA Medical Center, Tomah, WI. The Tomah VA Medical Center is a level 3 complexity facility. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the shift supervisor of the Housekeeping section. Responsibilities Major Duties: Supervise, plan, direct and administer housekeeping and sanitation activities of Environmental Management Services (EMS). Supervisory responsibility for control over work operation and is accountable for the quality and quantity of the work performed. Plans and schedules daily, weekly, and monthly work schedules and assignments for employees supervised. Establishes deadlines and priorities on the basis of general work schedules, methods and procedures of the section. Determines how many assignments can be done concurrently or which must be delayed; the number of employees required to accomplish the work, and the availability of machinery, materials and associated equipment needed. Determines proper methods, materials, personnel requirements, and time estimates necessary to ensure that cleaning and sanitation standards are met throughout the medical center. Explains work requirements, methods, and procedures, defines quality and quantity to be met, and informs employees of any changes in procedures as they occur. Participates in formal training classes by providing classroom instruction on environmental sanitation issues. Maintain awareness of pertinent rules and regulations regarding employees conduct, safety, fire safety, care of equipment, and maintain compliance with the Joint Commission, EPA, OSHA, VA and other federal regulations. Responsible for issuing supplies, tools, equipment, etc., and ensuring that the latter are properly cleaned and returned to storage area after use. Work Schedule: Full time, 7:00am - 330pm, Every other weekend and rotating holidays. Position Description Title/PD#: Environmental Services Technician Supervisor/PD14058A 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 Subject to background/security investigation Pre-employment physical required Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period or trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 07/30/2026. 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: 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: Considerable physical effort is exerted during the course of daily activities such as walking, standing, bending, and climbing of stairs. He/she may be required to push heavy carts with housekeeping supplies and lift items 50 pounds or greater. Exposure to environmental conditions prevalent in a GM&S hospital is inherent in this position. Education Additional Information This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. 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.
