Executive Housekeeper-26704506

County Of San Diego

San Diego, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$56,659.20–$69,721.60 Per Year
SKILLS
Acute Care, Background Investigation, Biomedicine, Compensation and Benefits, Computer Skills, Cook Dishes, Customer Support/Service, Diversity, Environmental Health, Facilities Planning, Healthcare, Home Care, Hospital, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Infection Control, Inventory Management, Laundry, Leadership, Legal, LinkedIn, Medical Office, Medical Treatment, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Military, Nursing, Outpatient Care, Public Health, Social Media, Strategic Planning, Sustainability, Translation Services, Typing, Urgent Care, Waitressing, Waste Disposal
LOCATION
San Diego, CA
POSTED
4 days ago

Executive Housekeeper-26704506

Salary

$56,659.20 - $69,721.60 Annually

Location

County of San Diego, CA

Job Type

Regular - Full time

Job Number

26704506

Department

Behavioral Health Services

Division

Behavioral Health Services

Opening Date

07/21/2026

Closing Date

8/2/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

  • Description
  • Benefits
  • Questions

Job Summary

Behavioral Health Services has an immediate opening for

Executive Housekeeper

Interviews will take place beginning the week of August 24, 2026.

Job offers will take place beginning the week of August 31, 2026.

Future Salary Increases

June 2027 - 5.27% increase to base pay (3% Across-the-Board + 2.27% Market Adjustment)

As the Executive Housekeeper, you will work full-time and on site in a healthcare facility planning, organizing, supervising, evaluating, and administering the housekeeping and laundry programs of the Edgemoor Distinct Part Skilled Nursing Facility located in Santee. This position may participate in housekeeping duties as needed.

Please click here for a complete job description of Executive Housekeeper, including essential functions, examples of qualifying education/experience, working conditions, etc.

For information about Behavioral Health Services, please click here.

Hiring Process and Timeline

The timeline for this recruitment is outlined below.

  • Job Offer and Background Process begins: Shortly after the interviews. Note: Current County employees may be excluded from additional background screening.
  • Pre-employment Medical Screening: Approximately 3 days following successful background investigation results.
  • Anticipated Start Date: Start date will be based upon successful completion of medical screening or other mutually agreed upon date

If you are not selected for this interview process, you may have the opportunity to compete for future vacancies.

Minimum Requirements

  • Three (3) years of housekeeping/environmental services experience as a crew leader, or Senior Custodian with the County of San Diego; OR,
  • Two (2) years as a Supervisor over a unit of custodians performing housekeeping/environmental services duties.

Note: Possession of an associate degree or higher from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in Environmental Health or a related field; or certification as a Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Professional is highly desirable.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be familiar with the following:

  • Title 22 Skilled Nursing Facility Requirements
  • Code of Federal Regulations: Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) for Skilled Nursing Facilities
  • California Department of Public Health facility surveys
  • Principles and techniques of supervision
  • Training and in-service methodologies
  • Infection control procedures and methods, including isolation and biomedical waste disposal
  • Principles, methods and procedures of housekeeping in patient areas, office, and food preparation/serving areas
  • Methods of controlling inventory and distributing linen supplies
  • Floor care management including waxing, buffing, and stripping
  • Deodorizing and disinfecting agents appropriate to a hospital environment
  • County customer service objectives and strategies
  • Telephone, office, and online etiquette - needs to have proficiency in computer use, typing skills, use of software to include word, excel, MS office, and use of email

Blind Applicant Screening

The Department of Human Resources removes personally identifiable information from all recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, hides a candidate's personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process helps contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.

The most highly qualified candidates, based on the evaluation results, will be referred for an interview. Be sure to include your experience in meeting the minimum requirements in both the Work Experience section and the Supplemental Questionnaire section of the Application.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application Work History and/or supplemental questionnaire.

Condition of Employment

As part of the County of San Diego's pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position. Current County employees may be excluded from this process.

This position will require Tuberculosis testing on an annual basis.

Evaluation Process

Qualified applicants will be placed on a six (6) month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in the supplemental questionnaire. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate as the responses you provide on the supplemental application form will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.

Accommodation

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, on a case-by-case basis.

As an employer of over 19,000 employees, the County of San Diego is an organization committed to veteran hiring, retention, and professional development. We recognize the contributions and sacrifices made by our veterans and value the unique expertise and leadership qualities they bring to our workforce. We strive to provide veterans with the resources and tools necessary to maximize their employment opportunities, and to assist veterans with their transition into civilian life by applying the valuable skills, knowledge and training acquired in service to positions and career paths at all levels within our large organization. Click on the resource links below to learn more about how the County of San Diego supports its veterans.

Veteran's Preference Policy

The County of San Diego offers preferential credits for military service to assist qualified applicants in transitioning from military to civilian careers with the County of San Diego. Please read the Veterans Preference Policy for additional information.

Military Skills Translator

Do you need assistance translating your military experience into civilian experience? This tool can help! Please read the Military Skills Translator to access the tool.

Strategic Plan

The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of: a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include: integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of which are infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Click here for more information on our Strategic Plan (sandiegocounty.gov).

Disaster Service Worker

Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.

The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.

Click here to see the Non-Management Benefits Summary

01

Please be sure to answer the following questions in a thorough and complete manner and include this experience in the work history section of the application. Note that if you are invited to the selection interview phase of this recruitment, you may be asked to provide additional detail on your work experience in order to verify your responses. Do you understand this information?

  • Yes
  • No

02

Do you have three (3) years of housekeeping/environmental services experience as a crew leader, or Senior Custodian with the County of San Diego?

Be sure to include this information in the work experience section of your application.

  • Yes
  • No

03

If you have the experience listed in Question #2, briefly describe your experience in housekeeping/or environmental services as a crew leader, or as a Senior Custodian with the County of San Diego.

If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A".

04

Do you have two (2) years as a Supervisor over a unit of custodians performing housekeeping/environmental services duties?

Be sure to include this information in the work experience section of your application.

  • Yes
  • No

05

If you have the experience listed in Question #4, briefly describe your experience as a supervisor over a unit of custodians performing housekeeping/environmental services duties.

If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A".

06

Do you have housekeeping/environmental services experience working in a healthcare setting? Select all that apply.

  • Acute Hospital
  • Doctors Office
  • Urgent Care Center
  • Outpatient Clinic
  • Home Healthcare
  • Other
  • I do not have experience working in a healthcare setting.

07

If you have the experience listed in Question #6, briefly describe your experience in a healthcare setting performing housekeeping/environmental services duties.

If you selected "other", please describe below.

If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A".

08

Do you have housekeeping/environmental services experience working in a long-term care facility?

  • Yes
  • No

09

If you have the experience listed in Question #8, briefly describe your experience in a long-term care facility performing housekeeping/environmental services duties.

If you do not have this experience, please indicate "N/A".

10

Do you possess an associate degree or higher from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in Environmental Health or a related field; OR a certification as a Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Professional?

  • Yes
  • No

11

Where did you first hear about this job opportunity?

  • San Diego County website
  • Governmentjobs.com
  • Veteran Outreach / FFSC
  • Mana de San Diego
  • Family, Neighbors, Friends
  • County Employee Resources Group
  • College/University Career Site
  • LinkedIn
  • County Social Media
  • Voice and Viewpoint
  • Other

12

If you selected "other" above, please tell us how you first heard about this job opportunity.

Please indicate "N/A" if not applicable.

Required Question

Employer County of San Diego

Address 5500 Overland Ave., Suite 370

San Diego, California, 92123

Phone (619) 236-2191

(866) 880-9374

Website http://www.SanDiegoCounty.gov

About the Company

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County Of San Diego

We are committed to provide and retain a skilled, adaptable, and diverse workforce for County departments so they may deliver superior services to the residents and visitors of the County of San Diego.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Government and Military
WEBSITE
https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/hr/