Minimum Qualifications:
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree or higher in Environmental
Science, Facilities Management, Public Health or a directly related field AND
• Five (5) years of experience in environmental services, commercial janitorial management, or facilities
operations within a healthcare, laboratory, or forensic setting or a directly related field AND
• Three (3) years of prior supervisory experience AND
• Certification in Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Biohazard Safety Training is required.
Candidates who are contacted will be required to produce original required documents (e.g., current driver’s license, diploma, school transcript, certifications, etc.) listed on the Notice of Job Opportunity within five (5) days of being extended an offer, in writing, by the Bureau Chief of BHR (or designee). Candidates will be notified of how to submit required documents.
*Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States territories and Canada, must be credentialed by the World Education Services (WES), Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) or a National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES) member organization.
• Knowledge of advanced commercial cleaning techniques, equipment operation, and proper handling procedures for biohazardous and infectious waste.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal environmental, occupational safety, infection control, and biohazard management regulations, including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) requirements.
• Skill in supervising, training, and motivating a diverse team of environmental services personnel, including the ability to provide advanced expertise and guidance to team members navigating complex and non-traditional situations.
• Skill in inventory management, including the safe tracking, storage, and utilization of industrial cleaning chemicals, and supplies.
• Ability to develop, execute, and document comprehensive quality control programs, as well as inspect and enforce complex standards and regulations within this highly specialized area.
• Ability to maintain the highest level of professionalism, discretion, and strict confidentiality while working in a sensitive forensic environment.
• Ability to effectively organize and adjust staff schedules to accommodate a 24/7 operational environment, staff absences, and sudden emergency requests.
• Ability to clearly communicate and enforce stringent workplace policies, including safety protocols, restricted access limits, and absolute social media / photography prohibitions.
Physical Requirements:
Light Work involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, or a negligible amount
of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible
amount, a job/occupation is rated Light Work when it requires\: (1) walking or standing to a significant degree; (2) sitting most of
the time while pushing or pulling arm or leg controls; or (3) working at a production rate pace while constantly pushing or pulling
materials even though the weight of the materials is negligible.
The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee’s normal line of work.
You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification, dismissal after hire, and/or placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. For current County employees, such falsification may result in discipline, up to and including termination, and placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. See Cook County Code of Ordinances, Article II, Sections 44-54 Unlawful Practices Relating to Employees and Employment - Penalty, 44-56 Political Discrimination; Cook County Employment Plan, Section V.N. Pre-Interview License and Certification Verification; Supplemental Policy No. 2014-2.13 Ineligible for Rehire List; and Cook County Personnel Rules 3.3(b) (7) (d)
EEO Statement
Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance as further defined in Chapter 44. Human Resources, Article II. Personnel Polices, Section 44-53 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances and Chapter 42. Human Relations, Article II. Human Rights, Section 42-35 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances.
NOTE\: As an internal candidate, should you be offered the position, salary allocations shall abide by the Cook County Personnel Rules.
Please contact [email protected] for inquiries about this position.
*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Social Media Disclaimer
The County’s hiring process is governed by the Cook County Employment Plan which prohibits employment actions from being influenced by any Political Reasons or Factors for Non-Exempt Positions. The advertisement of this position by any individual does not constitute an offer or promise of employment, promotion, or any other employment action and shall not influence the County’s hiring decision. Cook County officials and employees who become aware of or receive a complaint that involves an allegation of Political Reasons or Factors being considered in the hiring process of Non-Exempt positions are obligated to refer the complaint to the Cook County - Office of the Inspector General. If the Cook County Inspector General sustains allegations of Political Reasons or Factors being considered, Cook County will disqualify the Applicant or Candidate from consideration for employment and disciplinary action will be imposed on any involved Cook County employees, if applicable.
Cook County Offices Under The President |
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Lead and oversee the Environmental Services (EVS) operations, ensuring a safe, clean, and well-maintained facility that complies with applicable infection control, hazardous waste, forensic, and regulatory standards. Operating in a highly sensitive forensic environment, manages facility sanitation operations and ensures continuous operational readiness while maintaining stringent security, safety, and confidentiality requirements.
This position is Actively Recruited and At Will.
*This position is On Call 24/7
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