What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Services Supervisor (Environmental Services Unit) position at Contra Costa County?
The Position
Why Join Contra Costa Health?
The Contra Costa County Health Services Department is offering an excellent career opportunity for one (1) qualified individual interested in the position of Environmental Services Supervisor assigned to the Environmental Services Unit located in Martinez, CA.
The Environmental Services Supervisor will supervise custodial staff and support the service needs of the Medical, Surgical, Operating Rooms, Post Anesthesia Care, Emergency, Behavioral Health, Diagnostic Imagining, Critical Care, Pharmacy, and patient rooms in addition to other ancillary areas. They will also advise the Unit Manager or Director of daily activities and long-term planning needs, prepare daily work schedules to accommodate special work requests, monitor and counsel employee performance, and prepare written performance evaluations.
Contra Costa County is home to more than one million residents and was one of the original 27 counties established in California in 1850. Comprised of 19 cities and many established communities in the unincorporated area, it is the ninth most populous county in the state.
Contra Costa is one of the few counties in the nation to offer a full spectrum of health-related services that cover health at every level: the individual, the family, and the community. In addition to the Contra Costa Regional Medical Center and various Health Clinics, the Health Services department is composed of several other divisions, including Behavioral Health, Contra Costa Health Plan, Emergency Medical Services, Environmental Health, Hazardous Materials, Homeless Housing and Health, and Public Health. As a public health system, we are dedicated to improving the health and wellness of all residents in our communities.
We Are Looking For Someone Who Is
The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Possession of a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalency or a high school proficiency certificate.
Experience: Three (3) years of full-time experience (or its equivalent), of which one (1) year must have been in a lead or supervisory capacity, in performing institutional housekeeping duties. Institutional experience may have been obtained from one of the following: military installation, hospital, detention facility, juvenile hall, elementary or high school, community and/or state college or university or a similar institution.
Desirable Qualifications
SELECTION PROCESS
TENTATIVE EXAM DATES
Multiple Choice Exam: June 17, 2026 – June 21, 2026
Virtual Oral Exam: June 24-28, 2026
The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.
For recruitment questions, please contact Health Services Personnel, Recruitment Team at Exams@cchealth.org . For any technical issues, please contact the Government Jobs’ applicant support team for assistance at 1 855-524-5627.
CONVICTION HISTORY
After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKER
All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
Why Join Contra Costa Health?
The Contra Costa County Health Services Department is offering an excellent career opportunity for one (1) qualified individual interested in the position of Environmental Services Supervisor assigned to the Environmental Services Unit located in Martinez, CA.
The Environmental Services Supervisor will supervise custodial staff and support the service needs of the Medical, Surgical, Operating Rooms, Post Anesthesia Care, Emergency, Behavioral Health, Diagnostic Imagining, Critical Care, Pharmacy, and patient rooms in addition to other ancillary areas. They will also advise the Unit Manager or Director of daily activities and long-term planning needs, prepare daily work schedules to accommodate special work requests, monitor and counsel employee performance, and prepare written performance evaluations.
Contra Costa County is home to more than one million residents and was one of the original 27 counties established in California in 1850. Comprised of 19 cities and many established communities in the unincorporated area, it is the ninth most populous county in the state.
Contra Costa is one of the few counties in the nation to offer a full spectrum of health-related services that cover health at every level: the individual, the family, and the community. In addition to the Contra Costa Regional Medical Center and various Health Clinics, the Health Services department is composed of several other divisions, including Behavioral Health, Contra Costa Health Plan, Emergency Medical Services, Environmental Health, Hazardous Materials, Homeless Housing and Health, and Public Health. As a public health system, we are dedicated to improving the health and wellness of all residents in our communities.
We Are Looking For Someone Who Is
- Flexible. You will need to adjust quickly during periods of prolonged stress
- Focused. You will need to manage larger program goals without being distracted by less important matters
- Trustworthy. You will need to demonstrate a high degree of ethics, integrity, and credibility
- Responsible. You will hold yourself and others accountable for delivering high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results
- Organizing and supervising Environmental Services staff to ensure a safe and sanitary healthcare environment
- Training staff in institutional housekeeping, conducting interviews, coaching and counseling employees
- Verifying and signing timesheets
- Preparing basic reports, maintaining records, and leading or attending meetings and huddles
- You will work with engaging staff
- You will have opportunities to develop new skills and expand your knowledge
- You will provide support in maintaining a safe, healthy environment for patients in our community
- Strict adherence to regulatory compliance
- Management of diverse staff at varying levels
- The complexity of delivery of patient care
- Adaptability: Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires
- Allocating Resources: Prioritizing the use of fiscal and material resources to maximize organizational effectiveness
- Decision Making: Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely manner
- Delegating: Sharing responsibility, authority, and accountability
- Displaying Ownership and Accountability: Holding self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results
- Driving Results: Demonstrating concern for achieving or surpassing results against an internal standard of excellence
- Environmental Exposure Tolerance: Performing under physically demanding conditions
- General Physical Ability: Using strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, and coordination
- Informing: Proactively obtaining and sharing information
- Interpersonal Savvy: Considering and responding appropriately to the needs and feelings of others in different situations
- Leadership: Guiding and encouraging others to accomplish a common goal
- Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue
- Safety Focus: Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards
- Using Technology: Working with electronic hardware and software applications
- Valuing Diversity: Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace
The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Possession of a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalency or a high school proficiency certificate.
Experience: Three (3) years of full-time experience (or its equivalent), of which one (1) year must have been in a lead or supervisory capacity, in performing institutional housekeeping duties. Institutional experience may have been obtained from one of the following: military installation, hospital, detention facility, juvenile hall, elementary or high school, community and/or state college or university or a similar institution.
Desirable Qualifications
- Experience in a healthcare or hospital setting, particularly with infection control and sanitation standards
- Experience supervising or leading staff in an institutional environment
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements such as OSHA, Joint Commission, or similar compliance standards
- Experience with floor care maintenance, including stripping, waxing, buffing, and use of related equipment
- Experience with staff scheduling, timekeeping systems, and workforce coordination
- Strong training and staff development experience, including onboarding and performance coaching
- Experience managing supplies, inventory, and equipment within a facility setting
SELECTION PROCESS
- Application Filing and Evaluation: Applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire at the time of application. Applications will be evaluated to determine which candidates will move forward in the next phase of the recruitment process.
- Online Multiple-Choice Exam: Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in a multiple-choice assessment. The assessment is designed to measure candidates' competencies as they relate to the job. These may include but are not limited to: Leadership, Delegating, Decision Making, Driving Results . The assessment will be administered remotely using a computer. You will need access to a reliable internet connection to take the assessment. It is not recommended to take the assessment using a cell phone. If you apply for another recruitment that uses this exam and the test is scheduled within six (6) months of the date you took the exam, you will not have the option to re-take it. (Weighted 50%)
- Virtual Oral Exam: The online video assessment will measure candidates' competencies as they relate to the job and candidates must achieve an average passing score of 70% or higher on each of the competencies, as well as an overall passing score of 70% or higher. These competencies may include but are not limited to: Displaying Ownership and Accountability, Safety Focus, Oral Communication. (Weighted 50%)
TENTATIVE EXAM DATES
Multiple Choice Exam: June 17, 2026 – June 21, 2026
Virtual Oral Exam: June 24-28, 2026
The Human Resources Department may change the examination steps noted above in accordance with the Personnel Management Regulations and accepted selection practices.
For recruitment questions, please contact Health Services Personnel, Recruitment Team at Exams@cchealth.org . For any technical issues, please contact the Government Jobs’ applicant support team for assistance at 1 855-524-5627.
CONVICTION HISTORY
After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKER
All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.