Director Support Services

The University of Vermont Health Network

$100K — $120K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
  • Seven years of progressive leadership experience required.
  • Five years of experience overseeing multiple departments required.
  • Experience in multi-site healthcare operations preferred.
  • Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic leadership for non-clinical support service functions at PMC and ECH.
  • Develop integrated service strategies that enhance operational effectiveness.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance and financial performance across departments.
  • Oversee Nutrition, Environmental Services, Laundry and Linen Services, Security, and Emergency Management.
  • Collaborate with clinical and administrative leaders to align services with community needs.
  • Drive employee engagement and improve patient and visitor experience.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with strong support from leaders.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Focus on employee engagement and a positive workplace culture.
Full Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Director of Support Services provides strategic and operational leadership for a broad portfolio of non-clinical support service functions across Porter Medical Center (PMC) and Elizabethtown Community Hospital (ECH), including the Ticonderoga campus. This role is responsible for developing and executing integrated service strategies that drive operational excellence, regulatory compliance, financial performance, employee engagement, and an exceptional experience for patients, visitors, and staff.

At PMC, the Director has direct oversight of Nutrition Services, Environmental Services, Laundry and Linen Services, Emergency Management and Security. At ECH, the Director oversees Safety, Security, Nutrition, Environmental Services, and Emergency Management. Through collaboration with clinical, operational, and administrative leaders, the Director ensures the effective delivery of high-quality support services that align with organizational goals and community needs.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

Seven years of progressive leadership experience and five years overseeing multiple departments. Multi-site healthcare operations experience preferred. Multi-site healthcare operations experience preferred.

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