San Francisco
Assistant General Services Manager – SF Dept of Public Health 2785
San Francisco, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Overview
The Department of Public Health prioritizes equitable and inclusive access to quality healthcare for its community and values the importance of diversity in its workforce. All employees at the Department of Public Health work to advance equity, inclusion, and diversity with a specific lens and focus on race, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexuality, disability, and immigration status.
Application Opening: 9/12/2025
Application Deadline: On or after 9/26/2025
Annual Salary: $89,856 - $120,380
Recruitment ID: PBT-2785-154918
Appointment Type: Permanent Civil Service
URL: https://careers.sf.gov/classifications/?classCode=2785
The Mission of the San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH) is to protect and promote the health of all San Franciscans. SFDPH strives to achieve its mission through the work of multiple divisions — the San Francisco Health Network (SFHN), Population Health, Behavioral Health Services, and Administration. The San Francisco Health Network is the City’s only complete system of care and has locations throughout the City, including Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center, Laguna Honda Hospital and Rehabilitation Center, and over 15 primary care health centers. The Population Health Division (PHD) provides core public health services for the City and County of San Francisco: health protection, health promotion, disease and injury prevention, and disaster preparedness and response. Behavioral Health Services operates in conjunction with SFHN and provides a range of mental health and substance use treatment services. The San Francisco Department of Public Health (DPH) is accepting applications for a full-time position in class 2785 Assistant General Services Manager. The eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in this class at other locations within DPH for the duration of the eligible list. Job Description
Under direction, the Assistant General Services Manager assists in the supervision of the Environmental Services Department (EVS) of the Department of Public Health; and plans, organizes and directs the work of subordinate staff. The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:
Directs and coordinates the activities of personnel assigned to a section of a large institution, with respect to services such as housekeeping janitorial, laundry, storage, inventory, messenger, patient property and related activities
Inspects premises with respect to cleanliness, orderliness, safety regulations or other pertinent conditions in order to determine the effectiveness of linen, laundry, janitorial/EVS, and messenger services
Conducts studies and makes recommendations regarding linen, laundry, janitorial/EVS, and messenger services methods and procedures, and staffing assignments
Directs the preparation of subordinate work schedules to provide the most efficient coverage
Plans and coordinates in-service training programs for both new and experienced employees through workshops or demonstrations on the use of equipment and new and improved general service methods or procedures
Directs and may participate in the training of new employees
Conducts evaluation interviews and makes recommendations
Consults with institution supervisory personnel on matters related to support services and maintains close liaison
Assists in preparing annual budget estimates for linen, laundry, janitorial/EVS, and messenger services
Directs the moving, assembling, and storage of a variety of items of supplies, furniture and/or equipment
Directs the preparation and maintenance of a wide variety of personnel and operating records and reports for institution, local, state and federal regulatory agencies
Makes appropriate recommendations on disciplinary action and enforces disciplinary action among subordinates; provides counseling when necessary in regard to disputes on assignments
Provides direction for the linen, laundry, janitorial/EVS, and messenger services Department and may act for the manager in their absence
Directs, reviews, and approves the preparation of requisitions for supplies and equipment
Performs other related duties as assigned/required
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Two (2) years of experience supervising general services in an institutional/hospitality setting (such as environmental services, housekeeping, messenger, laundry/linen or mailroom). Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted. One-year full-time employment is equivalent to 2,000 hours (2,000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40-hour work week). DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS These desirable qualifications may be considered at the end of the selection process when candidates are referred for hiring: Housekeeper, Porter, Janitor, or Custodian work experience in clinics, acute hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, etc. Important Note:
Please make sure it is absolutely clear in your application exactly how you meet the minimum qualifications. Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. Please be aware that any misrepresentation of this information may disqualify you from this recruitment or future job opportunities. Additional Information
Selection Procedures : After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process, which includes the following. Assessment Component : Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in an exam that is designed to measure the knowledge, skills, and abilities in job-related areas. Supplemental Questionnaire Exam (Weight: 100%)
: A link to the Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) Exam will be emailed to the address listed on the candidate’s online application. Candidates will be required to respond to the SQ in the time frame indicated and must submit the completed questionnaire as directed to have it evaluated. Responses cannot be changed once submitted. Candidates will be evaluated based on their SQ responses. Candidates must achieve a passing score on the exam in order to continue in the selection process and will be placed on the confidential eligible list in rank order according to their final score. Additional selection processes may be conducted by the hiring department prior to making final hiring decisions. Certification The certification rule for the eligible list resulting from this examination will be the Rule of the List. Eligible List/Score Report : Once you pass the exam, you will be placed onto an eligible list and given a score and a rank. For more information, visit
https://careers.sf.gov/knowledge/process/ The duration of the eligible list resulting from this examination process will be 12 months and may be extended with the approval of the Human Resources Director. How to Apply Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are only accepted online at careers.sf.gov. Our email communications may come from more than one department, so please make sure your email is set to accept messages from all of us at this link. Applicants may be contacted by email about this recruitment. Please consider using a personal email address that you check regularly rather than a work or school account. Applicants will receive a confirmation email that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received. Terms of Announcement and Appeal Rights This is a Position Based Test (PBT) administered in accordance with Civil Service Rule 111A. Applicants must be guided solely by the provisions of this announcement, including requirements, time periods and other particulars, except when superseded by federal, state or local laws, rules or regulations. Clerical errors may be corrected by posting the correction on the Department of Human Resources website at a link: careers.sf.gov. The terms of this announcement may be appealed under Civil Service Rule 111A.35.1. Appeals must include a written statement of the item(s) being contested and the specific reason(s) why the cited item(s) constitute abuse of discretion by the Human Resources Director. Appeals must be submitted directly to the Executive Officer of the Civil Service Commission within five business days of the announcement issuance date. Additional information regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco: Information about the Hiring Process Conviction History Employee Benefits Overview Equal Employment Opportunity Disaster Service Workers Reasonable Accommodation Right to Work Copies of Application Documents Diversity Statement Veterans Preference Seniority Credit in Promotional Exams If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the analyst, EliotWatt@sfdph.org 628-271-6704. We may use text messaging to communicate with you on the phone number provided in your application. The first message will ask you to opt in to text messaging. The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
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The Department of Public Health prioritizes equitable and inclusive access to quality healthcare for its community and values the importance of diversity in its workforce. All employees at the Department of Public Health work to advance equity, inclusion, and diversity with a specific lens and focus on race, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexuality, disability, and immigration status.
Application Opening: 9/12/2025
Application Deadline: On or after 9/26/2025
Annual Salary: $89,856 - $120,380
Recruitment ID: PBT-2785-154918
Appointment Type: Permanent Civil Service
URL: https://careers.sf.gov/classifications/?classCode=2785
The Mission of the San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH) is to protect and promote the health of all San Franciscans. SFDPH strives to achieve its mission through the work of multiple divisions — the San Francisco Health Network (SFHN), Population Health, Behavioral Health Services, and Administration. The San Francisco Health Network is the City’s only complete system of care and has locations throughout the City, including Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center, Laguna Honda Hospital and Rehabilitation Center, and over 15 primary care health centers. The Population Health Division (PHD) provides core public health services for the City and County of San Francisco: health protection, health promotion, disease and injury prevention, and disaster preparedness and response. Behavioral Health Services operates in conjunction with SFHN and provides a range of mental health and substance use treatment services. The San Francisco Department of Public Health (DPH) is accepting applications for a full-time position in class 2785 Assistant General Services Manager. The eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in this class at other locations within DPH for the duration of the eligible list. Job Description
Under direction, the Assistant General Services Manager assists in the supervision of the Environmental Services Department (EVS) of the Department of Public Health; and plans, organizes and directs the work of subordinate staff. The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following:
Directs and coordinates the activities of personnel assigned to a section of a large institution, with respect to services such as housekeeping janitorial, laundry, storage, inventory, messenger, patient property and related activities
Inspects premises with respect to cleanliness, orderliness, safety regulations or other pertinent conditions in order to determine the effectiveness of linen, laundry, janitorial/EVS, and messenger services
Conducts studies and makes recommendations regarding linen, laundry, janitorial/EVS, and messenger services methods and procedures, and staffing assignments
Directs the preparation of subordinate work schedules to provide the most efficient coverage
Plans and coordinates in-service training programs for both new and experienced employees through workshops or demonstrations on the use of equipment and new and improved general service methods or procedures
Directs and may participate in the training of new employees
Conducts evaluation interviews and makes recommendations
Consults with institution supervisory personnel on matters related to support services and maintains close liaison
Assists in preparing annual budget estimates for linen, laundry, janitorial/EVS, and messenger services
Directs the moving, assembling, and storage of a variety of items of supplies, furniture and/or equipment
Directs the preparation and maintenance of a wide variety of personnel and operating records and reports for institution, local, state and federal regulatory agencies
Makes appropriate recommendations on disciplinary action and enforces disciplinary action among subordinates; provides counseling when necessary in regard to disputes on assignments
Provides direction for the linen, laundry, janitorial/EVS, and messenger services Department and may act for the manager in their absence
Directs, reviews, and approves the preparation of requisitions for supplies and equipment
Performs other related duties as assigned/required
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Two (2) years of experience supervising general services in an institutional/hospitality setting (such as environmental services, housekeeping, messenger, laundry/linen or mailroom). Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted. One-year full-time employment is equivalent to 2,000 hours (2,000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40-hour work week). DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS These desirable qualifications may be considered at the end of the selection process when candidates are referred for hiring: Housekeeper, Porter, Janitor, or Custodian work experience in clinics, acute hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, etc. Important Note:
Please make sure it is absolutely clear in your application exactly how you meet the minimum qualifications. Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. Please be aware that any misrepresentation of this information may disqualify you from this recruitment or future job opportunities. Additional Information
Selection Procedures : After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process, which includes the following. Assessment Component : Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in an exam that is designed to measure the knowledge, skills, and abilities in job-related areas. Supplemental Questionnaire Exam (Weight: 100%)
: A link to the Supplemental Questionnaire (SQ) Exam will be emailed to the address listed on the candidate’s online application. Candidates will be required to respond to the SQ in the time frame indicated and must submit the completed questionnaire as directed to have it evaluated. Responses cannot be changed once submitted. Candidates will be evaluated based on their SQ responses. Candidates must achieve a passing score on the exam in order to continue in the selection process and will be placed on the confidential eligible list in rank order according to their final score. Additional selection processes may be conducted by the hiring department prior to making final hiring decisions. Certification The certification rule for the eligible list resulting from this examination will be the Rule of the List. Eligible List/Score Report : Once you pass the exam, you will be placed onto an eligible list and given a score and a rank. For more information, visit
https://careers.sf.gov/knowledge/process/ The duration of the eligible list resulting from this examination process will be 12 months and may be extended with the approval of the Human Resources Director. How to Apply Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are only accepted online at careers.sf.gov. Our email communications may come from more than one department, so please make sure your email is set to accept messages from all of us at this link. Applicants may be contacted by email about this recruitment. Please consider using a personal email address that you check regularly rather than a work or school account. Applicants will receive a confirmation email that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received. Terms of Announcement and Appeal Rights This is a Position Based Test (PBT) administered in accordance with Civil Service Rule 111A. Applicants must be guided solely by the provisions of this announcement, including requirements, time periods and other particulars, except when superseded by federal, state or local laws, rules or regulations. Clerical errors may be corrected by posting the correction on the Department of Human Resources website at a link: careers.sf.gov. The terms of this announcement may be appealed under Civil Service Rule 111A.35.1. Appeals must include a written statement of the item(s) being contested and the specific reason(s) why the cited item(s) constitute abuse of discretion by the Human Resources Director. Appeals must be submitted directly to the Executive Officer of the Civil Service Commission within five business days of the announcement issuance date. Additional information regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco: Information about the Hiring Process Conviction History Employee Benefits Overview Equal Employment Opportunity Disaster Service Workers Reasonable Accommodation Right to Work Copies of Application Documents Diversity Statement Veterans Preference Seniority Credit in Promotional Exams If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the analyst, EliotWatt@sfdph.org 628-271-6704. We may use text messaging to communicate with you on the phone number provided in your application. The first message will ask you to opt in to text messaging. The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
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