27104 Hidaway Unit 7 (818) 205-3617

Canyon Country, California 91351 db7cb35e@westpost.net

PROFILE
* Skilled and proactive Environmental Services Administrator with 25 years of
experience.
* Proven track record in establishing preventive maintenance programs that have
significantly reduced costs and minimized operational downtime.
* Major strengths in budget development/control, resource optimization, vendor
relations, and project management for routine maintenance as well as building up
grades and new construction.
* Strong recruiter, manager and team builder able to provide motivation, clear
direction and coordination for department supervisors and staff.
* Diligent, multi-tasked and detail-oriented with consistent follow-through in
all areas of responsibility.
* As a key member of the executive management team, display excellent written a
nd verbal communication skills on all levels of interaction
* Thorough understanding of Title 22, JCAHO, DHS, DSS, and OSHA compliance, bio
hazardous waste management, infection control, and safety regulations for the he
althcare industry.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
1998-5/10 LOS ANGELES JEWISH HOME FOR THE AGING; Reseda, California
Corporate Director of Environmental Services (2009-2010)
Provided leadership and oversight for the day-to-day environmental services oper
ations of two campuses: Eisenberg Village, a 9-acre campus with 8 buildings, 6 r
esidential homes, 108-unit apartment complex, generous public space and amenitie
s; and Grancell Village, a 7-acre campus encompassing a 5-story medical center a
nd 7 other buildings.
. Managed a staff of 70 employees including 5 Environmental Services Supervisors
.
. Controlled two operating budgets totaling $3 million.
. Ensured both campuses were maintained to performance and environmental sanitat
ion standards.
. Maintained compliance with JCAHO/DHS/DSS surveys and all corporate quality ass
urance mandates.
. Responsible for recruiting, hiring, training and scheduling for the department
; handled human resource matters including payroll administration.
. Assured strict adherence to infection control, solid waste and hazardous waste
management procedures.
. Purchased and maintained equipment and supplies inventory; approved vendor inv
oices; planned and prepared capital expenditure requests.
. Consistently drove quality improvement in all areas of operations.
. Oversaw safety and security procedures, coordinating with local police authori
ties.
. Coordinated resident room moves and employee office moves.
. Managed the setup and all logistics for major on-site events.
. Participated in management committee meetings.
. Reported directly to the COO.
Key Accomplishments:
. Reconfigured staffing at Grancell Village, eliminating 5 FTEs while sustaining
productivity and performance levels.
. Reduced weekend staff and re-allocated assignments to achieve optimal performa
nce with three fewer employees.
. Shifted cleaning schedule for two administrative offices from day to night and
downsized crew from three employees to one with no loss in efficiency.
. Established aggressive floor maintenance program for a 5-story medical buildin
g, resulting in saving the existing carpet and avoiding the expense of carpet re
placement. This included researching and purchasing improved floor care equipmen
t.
. Provided intensified staff training in all aspects of hospital cleaning proced
ures.
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LOS ANGELES JEWISH HOME FOR THE AGING (Continued)

Director of Facility Services - Eisenberg Village (2002-2009)
. Managed the Environmental Services and Engineering departments.
. Directed 42 employees, overseeing all departmental staffing functions to ensur
e effective cost control.
. Developed plan for daily housekeeping and in-house preventive maintenance to a
ssure an appropriate environment for residents, employees, medical staff and vis
itors, in accordance with federal, state, local regulations and corporate standa
rds.
. Maintained buildings, grounds, electro-mechanical systems, alarms and safety e
quipment.
. Monitored facilities for needed maintenance, repairs and renovations; prioriti
zed projects and supervised all in-house and contract work; coordinated all buil
ding/systems/equipment inspections.
Key Accomplishments:
. Developed cost analysis of various in-house plant maintenance functions, and r
etained outside services when shown to be more economical.
. Achieved four yearly deficiency-free DHS life safety surveys and no environmen
tal deficiencies.
. Managed the close down, abatement and demolition of an existing single-story s
killed nursing facility which was replaced by a 108-unit, 4-story residential bu
ilding.
Director of Environmental Services - Eisenberg Village (1998-2002)
. Managed and supervised all administrative, plant operations and housekeeping f
unctions, ensuring compliance with federal, state and local regulatory agencies.
. Coordinated safety programs, biohazardous waste management and recycling segre
gation, infection control and pest control programs.
Key Accomplishments:
. Built and organized the facility cleaning program as a member of the start-up
team for a 108-unit apartment complex. Determined and filled staffing needs.
. Sourced and re-negotiated vendor contracts to significantly reduce cost of sup
plies.

1997-1998 EISENHOWER NURSING & CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL; Pasadena, California

Director of Housekeeping
. Maintained administrative authority, responsibility and accountability for sup
ervising the housekeeping and laundry department of a skilled nursing facility.
Managed 10 employees.

1983-1997 Held Environmental Services Supervisor positions at: Long Beach Naval
Commissary, Northrop University, Bellwood General Hospital, San Gabriel Communit
y Hospital, Harbor UCLA Medical Center.
EDUCATION
LOS ANGELES TRADE TECHNICAL COLLEGE; Los Angeles, California
Business Major (two years) . Steam Operator's License Training

CERTIFICATES
International Code Council California UST System Operator 5244657-UC
Hospital Infectious Control
Environmental Microbiolgy in Scientific Housekeeping

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
American Society for Healthcare Environmental Services (ASHES)
Environmental Services International Executive Association (ESIEA)
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)