Laundry Worker Supervisor

Summary

This position is located within the Environmental Management Service (EMS), Kerrville VA Hospital of the South Texas Veterans Health Care System (STVHCS), Kerrville, Texas.

Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to: The incumbent is responsible for planning of work schedules and sequence of operations for all Textile Care employees, establishing work flow methods, establishing deadlines and priorities to meet the daily linen demands at both the Kerrville and Audie L. Murphy Campuses and outside agencies contracted by the Veterans Administration. He/she operates on own initiative and judgment with minimal supervision. The incumbent performs technical, administrative, and professional work involving supervising, administering, operating, or supporting services and programs related to the operations and safety of the STVHCS TCPF. He/she reviews the preparation of the Logistics Service's Equipment Inventory Listings (Ells) and annual Safety Service Chemical Inventory before presenting such reports to EMS leadership for elevation to Logistics Service and Safety Service. The incumbent is responsible to assess reports of discrepancies of supplies, equipment and furniture received and to respond with appropriate guidance and/or action to resolve those discrepancies. The incumbent supervises the screening of mandatory sources of supply on IFCAP transactions (90-2237 Request for Supplies Received), and ensures the subordinate's use of sound knowledge of inventory management, control principles, practices and concepts to comprehend the function of the supply section. The incumbent gives guidance on the maintenance of records of expendable supplies received and issued and expendable and nonexpendable equipment. Management and Supervision (60%) Directs resources to resolve issues such as equipment failure, material delays, or unexpected absences. Instructs subordinates on difficult work operations; reviews work in progress and upon completion. Enforces all infection control policies related to linen processing and distribution; ensures testing program compliance. Keeps staff informed of workflow changes, shifting priorities, and required adjustments. Determines methods to reduce or control cost while ensuring work is accomplished effectively. Updates Laundry Operations Specialist and higher-level supervisors on workload status, deadlines, and procedural deviations. Plans daily and/or monthly work schedules and determines personnel/equipment needs. Serves as Acting Laundry Operations Specialist during absences. Administrative Functions (15%) Participates in all phases of personnel management (interviewing, disciplinary actions, performance evaluations, competencies, performance awards, etc.). Prepares and administers performance standards and documentation. Ensures safe work practices and supports all EEO and management initiatives. Maintains all Safety Data Sheet (SDS) binders in current and compliant condition. Conducts routine inspections of stock areas to ensure cleanliness and readiness. Coordinates with Engineering Service to identify/tag equipment for repair and with Logistics Service to excess non-repairable equipment. Budget/Fund Control (25%) Ensures resolution of supply, equipment, and furniture discrepancies. Ensures accuracy of records for expendable supplies and expendable/non-expendable equipment. Oversees maintenance and compliance of SDS binders. Supervises mandatory source screening on IFCAP transactions and ensures subordinates apply proper inventory management principles. Ensures accuracy and completion of EILs and annual Chemical Inventory for Logistics and Safety Services. Conducts routine inspections of primary/secondary stock areas to ensure cleanliness and order. Ensures equipment is repaired or excessed in accordance with all regulations. Performs additional duties delegated by the Laundry Operations Specialist or EMS leadership as necessary to support the operation of the Textile Care Processing Facility. Work Schedule: Monday -Friday, 6:00am - 2:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Laundry Worker Supervisor/PD024030 Physical Requirements: Heavy lifting, 45 pounds and over Moderate lifting, 15-44 pounds Light lifting, under 15 pounds Moderate carrying, 15-44 pounds Light carrying, under 15 pounds Straight pulling (6 hours) Pushing (6 hours) Reaching above shoulder Use of fingers Both hands required Walking (6 hours) Standing (6 hours) Kneeling (2 hours) Both legs required Operation of crane, truck, tractor, or motor vehicle Specific visual requirement: 20/40 binocular Both eyes required Ability to distinguish basic colors Ability to distinguish shades of colors Hearing (aid may be permitted) Environmental Factors: Outside and inside Excessive heat Excessive humidty Dust Solvents (degreasing agents) Slippery or uneven walking surfaces Working around moving objects or vehicles Vibration Working closely with others Cleaning solutions

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Services Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Physical Examination: May be required, depending on the needs of the organization. Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Qualifications and evaluation

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Applicants will be referred in the order in which they were received.

Education

There is no education qualification requirement for this position.

How to apply

All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 10/30/2026 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13094864. 1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. 2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center. Beginning September 27, 2025, Federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length to comply with the Merit Hiring Plan. Resumes longer than two pages will result in ineligibility for further consideration for the position. USAJOBS will not allow you to upload or build resumes longer than two pages, and you will need to update the resumes in your profile before applying for a job. Resumes should include information relevant to the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies of the position to which you are applying. VA is unable to make assumptions about qualifications if not clearly listed. Resumes must be legible so they can be reviewed for eligibility, minimum qualifications and other position requirements listed in the job announcement. If initial application submission is updated and resubmitted with a new resume, only the most current resume will be reviewed for consideration. Your resume must be 5MB or less. We recommend saving and uploading your resume as a PDF to maintain formatting and number of pages. We also accept GIF, JPG, JPEG, PNG, RTF, TXT, PDF, ODT or Word (DOC or DOCX). We do not accept PDF portfolio files. We recommend using a sans-serif font size like Lato, if available. Other widely available options are Calibri, Helvetica, Arial, Verdana, Open San Source Sans Pro, Roboto or Noro Sans. Make your page margins 0.5 inches. Consider using 14-point size font for titles and 10-point for the main text in your resume. The resume builder can help you create a resume using these recommendations and uses the information in your USAJOBS profile to help you get started. Helpful Hints for Creating a Two-Page Resume: Prioritize most relevant and recent experience Use concise, results focused language Align language from the job announcement Focus on demonstrating skills and competencies Remove outdated or unrelated experience Use the USAJOBS resume builder Additional guidance on this new requirement and resume building tools can be found at: https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/page-limit https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/merit-hiring-plan-resources/applicant-guidance-on-the-two-page-resume-limit/ To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

Required documents

Documents Required: Resume Documents Accepted: Cover Letter DD-214/ Statement of Service Disability Letter (Schedule A) Disability Letter (VA) License Other (1) PCS Orders Performance Appraisal Professional Certification Resume Separation Notice (RIF) SF-15 SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action Transcript Please review the above list(s) to ensure you have included all necessary documents required for your application. Not every applicant will require the same documents, therefore it is the applicants responsibility to ensure that their application package includes all necessary documents to determine qualifications and eligibility for appointment, such as a copy of your SF-50, transcript, ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees). You will not be contacted for additional information. Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted. Veterans' Preference: Since the Direct-Hire Recruitment Authority is being used, traditional Veterans' Preference rules do not apply. Qualified veterans will, however, be given full consideration for this position. Applications are accepted online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.

Additional information

Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act. Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid and without compensation, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who are expected to perform any or all of their work at these facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents, interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA medical facilities. The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be well-qualified, applicants must possess experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors if applicable, and must be proficient in most of the requirements of the job. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website which can be found at https://www.opm.gov/. Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employee's credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.