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Manager Environmental Services
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Long Beach, CA
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 39.1-58.16 HOUR
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our Environmental Services Manager, you will provide leadership, direction and management oversight for continuous improvement of the standard EVS operating model within the facility.
Every day, you will manage a highly equipped and engaged Environmental Services Team using evidence-based techniques, process and mission metrics (KPIs) to ensure we provide a clean safe environment as we help save lives.
To be successful in this role, you are thorough and committed to safety. You truly are the most important component contributing to the safety and comfort of our patients, visitors, and staff. A well-maintained facility with compassionate staff brings comfort and peace of mind to patients, their loved ones, and all who serve here.
- Completes performance reviews, disciplinary actions, scheduling, employee engagement survey action planning, interviewing, hiring and retention of staff.
- Collaboration with other departments, EOC, IP/IC committees.
- Evaluates and makes recommendations for environmental hygiene maintenance for new floor coverings, wall coverings, furnishings and interior finishes prior to purchase.
- Manages departmental budgets (e.g., capital, projects, supplies, operations).
- Ensures regulated medical waste is handled, packaged, stored and disposed of in accordance with federal and state regulations, and appropriate documentation is maintained.
- Manages the necessary and required resources for the environmental services department and provides recommendations for staffing levels, products and equipment. Completes all Human Resources responsibilities for interviewing, hiring, managing, staff development, corrective actions and / or staff engagement needs.
Required
- Minimum 3 years in Environmental Services. and
- 1 year in Supervisory level experience managing and scheduling staff. and
Preferred
- Bachelors Other, upon hire
- Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Tech, upon hire
Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 137 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings. CommonSpirit has more than 157,000 employees, 45,000 nurses and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice providers across 24 states and contributes more than $4.2 billion annually in charity care, community benefits and unreimbursed government programs. Together with our patients, physicians, partners, and communities, we are creating a more just, equitable, and innovative healthcare delivery system.
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Frequently asked questions
In Long Beach healthcare settings, an Environmental Services Manager directly impacts patient safety by ensuring hygienic conditions and compliance with medical waste regulations, crucial for infection control. Their leadership in managing cleaning teams fosters a safe environment, vital in hospitals like Catholic Health Initiatives where patient wellbeing is paramount.
Strong communication, strategic planning, and staff development skills are essential for leading an Environmental Services team. Effective managers foster employee engagement, oversee performance, and implement evidence-based cleaning protocols, all while navigating healthcare regulations to maintain a safe and comforting environment.
Certifications such as Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Technician (CHESP) or similar credentials significantly boost a candidate’s appeal in California hospitals. These validate expertise in healthcare cleaning standards, regulatory compliance, and leadership capabilities, aligning perfectly with roles at organizations like Catholic Health Initiatives.
Catholic Health Initiatives emphasizes mission-driven care with faith-inspired values, which shapes environmental services leadership to prioritize compassionate facility maintenance alongside operational excellence. Managers here blend technical oversight with a culture of humankindness, differentiating the role from other healthcare institutions.
This position uniquely integrates faith-based service with high operational standards, requiring managers to balance adherence to strict hygiene protocols and compassionate team leadership. The large scale and diverse patient population in Long Beach demand adaptability and a strong commitment to safety and comfort.
Long Beach experiences moderate competition for Environmental Services Manager positions, driven by its sizeable healthcare sector. Candidates with supervisory experience and healthcare-specific certifications tend to have an advantage, especially at prominent employers like Catholic Health Initiatives.
Environmental Services Managers in Long Beach typically earn between $75,000 and $95,000 annually, reflecting regional cost of living and healthcare industry standards. Those with extensive supervisory experience and certifications, such as CHESP, often command salaries at the higher end of this spectrum.
Managers actively engage with infection control, emergency operations, and other departments to align cleaning protocols with healthcare safety standards. This collaboration ensures environmental hygiene supports patient care goals and regulatory compliance, fostering a cohesive operational environment.
Challenges include maintaining rigorous cleanliness amidst high patient traffic, managing diverse teams, and navigating evolving healthcare regulations. Balancing budget constraints while ensuring optimal staffing and resource allocation also demands strategic leadership skills.
Managers regularly participate in training sessions, consult regulatory updates, and collaborate with compliance teams. Staying informed ensures that medical waste handling meets all legal requirements, a critical aspect of environmental safety in healthcare settings.