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Deputy Program Manager

Bethesda, MD

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$112K/yr - $122K/yr

5+ years exp

Akima Global Logistics (AGL) is seeking an Assistant Executive Housekeeper to provide executive housekeeping and environmental services at the NIH's premier academic research hospital. The role involves overseeing daily operations, ensuring compliance with cleaning protocols, and developing staff to maintain a safe and sanitary environment for patient care and research integrity.

Mining

Responsibilities

Oversee daily EVS operations for assigned zones (research labs, clinical units, ORs)

Implement specialized protocols for BSL labs, isolation units, and research areas

Manage shift supervisors and 100+ FTEs across 24/7 schedules

Coordinate with research principal investigators on lab-specific requirements

Conduct daily ATP testing and visual audits

Maintain regulatory documentation for Joint Commission, CDC, and OSHA

Implement corrective actions for audit findings

Ensure compliance with research safety standards (NIH, BSL protocols)

Execute outbreak response and terminal cleaning procedures

Monitor chemical dilution systems and PPE compliance

Manage biological/chemical waste streams

Implement UV disinfection protocols

Train staff on research lab cleaning and equipment handling

Conduct performance evaluations and skills assessments

Develop frontline leadership training programs

Foster culture of safety and continuous improvement

Manage $500K+ inventory portfolio

Optimize equipment utilization and maintenance

Support budget development and variance tracking

Oversee equipment calibration and validation

Serve as EVS liaison for research PIs and clinical units

Address real-time service issues and patient experience concerns

Participate in Environment of Care committees

Coordinate with Infection Prevention department

Qualification

Hospital EVS LeadershipRegulatory KnowledgeSpecialized ProtocolStaff ManagementBachelor's degreeCHESP certificationInfection Control TrainingOSHA Bloodborne Pathogens