System Assistant Director, Facilities & Safety

Company Location Community Hospital South (13532) Category Plant Operations Job Location 3100 SW 89th Street, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Tracking Code 90945-147 Position Type Full-Time/Regular Community Hospital is hiring a Full Time System Assistant Director, Facilities & Safety! We’re offering an exciting opportunity to work alongside a dedicated, compassionate team – where you are valued just as much as the patients we serve. At Community Hospital, we are guided by our C.A.R.E.S. values where Compassion is required, Attitude is valued, Respect is demanded, Excellence is expected and Service is commended. Come be a part of a place where your hard work is recognized, your goals are supported, and your impact matters. What We Offer As an organization, one way we care for our communities and each other is by providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage Life and AD&D coverage Availability of short- and long-term disability Flexible financial benefits including FSAs, HSAs, and Daycare FSA. 401(k) and access to retirement planning Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid holidays and vacation The Assistant Director of Facility Services supports the System Director in overseeing plant operations and maintenance to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient performance of all facility systems, including building structures, HVAC, mechanical, electrical, utility systems, and grounds. This role also leads the Environment of Care (EOC) and Safety programs, ensuring a compliant, survey-ready environment for patients, staff, and visitors, while providing operational oversight of Clinical Engineering and Environmental Services. The position is responsible for driving performance improvement, ensuring staff competency, assisting with budget development, and maintaining efficient departmental operations in compliance with all regulatory standards, including Occupational Safety and Health Administration, DNV Healthcare, and National Fire Protection Association. Serving as a subject matter expert in EOC and Safety, the Assistant Director leads risk mitigation efforts, emergency management, and continuous compliance initiatives to support the operational integrity and long-term sustainability of facility services. Essential Functions: Promote and enforce safe work practices and procedures across all Facility Services operations. Maintain continuous regulatory compliance readiness to minimize deficiencies during unannounced surveys by any governing body, including DNV Healthcare, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and National Fire Protection Association. Serve as Chair of the Physical Environment Safety Committee. Serve as Chair of the Emergency Management Committee, leading all emergency preparedness activities, including drills, exercises, and after-action evaluations. Lead organization-wide incident management and risk mitigation efforts. Track, trend, and analyze safety events to identify systemic risks and opportunities for improvement. Conduct root cause analyses and implement corrective and preventive action plans. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving codes, standards, and regulatory requirements affecting Facility Services. Review and evaluate Facility Services policies and procedures; recommend updates to ensure compliance and operational effectiveness. Assist Director in departmental personnel functions, including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, performance evaluations, coaching, discipline, and termination. Supervise Facility Services staff to ensure adherence to policies, procedures, and established standards of performance. Support the development and implementation of quality and productivity standards for the department. Assist in the administration and oversight of the maintenance program to ensure uninterrupted operation of the physical plant. Monitor maintenance activities for effectiveness and ensure appropriate documentation. Plan, schedul…