Manager Environmental Services

Work Schedule:

This is a full-time position located at University Hospital in Madison, WI. Core working hours are from 3:30 PM to 12:00 AM. Occasional morning meetings may be required; these will be scheduled in advance.

Be part of something remarkable

Lead with purpose in a fast-growing healthcare system where your ideas matter. As an EVS Manager, you'll shape safe, clean, and healing environments across UW Health while developing high-performing teams and advancing the future of care.

Join the remarkable people redefining patient care. The future of healthcare is built by courageous teams-and we're growing. With several expansions, this is an exciting opportunity to lead, innovate, and make a visible impact across our system.

We are seeking an Environmental Services Manager to:

• Lead 24/7 Environmental Services operations across multiple UW Health locations, including oversight of 2nd and 3rd shift teams
• Ensure exceptional cleanliness, safety, and infection prevention in clinical, inpatient, procedural, and public spaces
• Coach, develop, and support supervisors and frontline staff-building engaged, high-performing teams
• Manage labor, productivity, budgets, and regulatory compliance while driving operational excellence
• Partner cross-functionally with clinical and operational leaders to support patient care and facility needs

A day in the life

No two days are the same. You might start by connecting with your overnight team, rounding in inpatient units, collaborating with nursing leaders, and following up on service opportunities-all while keeping an eye on staffing, quality metrics, and operational priorities. You're a visible leader, a problem solver, and a coach-helping your team succeed while ensuring every space reflects the excellence of UW Health.

What makes you a great fit

• Passionate about leading people and creating strong, inclusive team cultures
• Brings both an operational and strategic lens to problem-solving
• Thrives in a fast-paced, highly visible environment with constant customer interaction
• Committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and quality outcomes
• Spanish-speaking skills are a plus

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.

• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.

• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.

• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

Qualifications

• Associate''s Degree Two (2) years of relevant work experience would be considered in lieu of degree. Required
• Bachelor''s Degree Preferred

Work Experience

• 5 years progressively responsible relevant experience with at least one (1) year supervisory or managerial experience in an acute care facility. Required
• 5 years of managerial experience in a hospital facility. Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Professional (CHESP). Preferred
• If position requires driving a company vehicle, the following requirements apply:
• Must be 21 years of age to drive a UW Health Fleet vehicle and must be 25 years of age to drive a UW Health vehicle rated for 15 or more passengers.
• Ability to be insured by Hospital's risk management insurer which requires (1) a valid Wisconsin Driver's License and (2) successfully passing a driving background check.

Preferred

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet-designated facility that's ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and considered one of the nation''s leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.

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