Become a Hospital Housekeeping Assistant at the Defense Health Agency
Are you looking to take the next step in your career within a high-impact healthcare environment? The Kimbrough Ambulatory Care Center is currently hiring a Hospital Housekeeping Assistant in Fort Meade, Maryland. This role is essential for maintaining the sanitary standards required to support our military service members, retirees, and their families. If you have experience in environmental services or hospital operations, this could be your next great opportunity.
Job Responsibilities
In this role, you will act as a key assistant to the Hospital Housekeeping Officer. Your primary duties will include:
- Contract Oversight: Monitoring contractor use of equipment and supplies.
- Quality Assurance: Conducting daily random inspections and generating reports.
- Technical Analysis: Reading and interpreting floor plans and contract specifications.
- Waste Management: Assisting with the operations of medical waste, precious metal, and recycling streams.
- Budgetary Support: Providing input for housekeeping budgets and operational costs.
Requirements
To qualify, you must possess at least one year of specialized experience at the GS-05 level or equivalent. This includes:
- Managing hospital cleanliness operations.
- Coordinating housekeeping and recycling programs.
- Assisting with medical waste disposal.
| Requirement Type | Criteria |
|---|---|
| Citizenship | Must be a U.S. Citizen |
| Experience | 1 Year of specialized experience |
| Resume Limit | Strictly 2 pages or less |
| Clearance | Suitability/Fitness check required |
Salary and Benefits
This position offers a competitive salary range of $57,736 to $75,059 per year. Employees benefit from the comprehensive federal benefits package, which typically includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement contributions via the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), and generous paid leave. Recruitment or relocation incentives may be available for highly qualified candidates.
Application Tips
- Format Matters: Ensure your resume does not exceed two pages. Over-length resumes are automatically disqualified.
- Clarity: Describe your duties clearly without relying on jargon or complex acronyms.
- Evidence: If qualifying via education, you must attach your official transcripts.
- Timeliness: Submit your application well before the November 13, 2026, deadline to account for system processing times.
Serving as a Hospital Housekeeping Assistant is a unique way to support the mission of the Department of Defense. If you meet the qualifications and are ready to uphold high standards for our military community, apply today via the USAJOBS portal.
Why This Hospital Housekeeping Assistant Job Matters
Join the Defense Health Agency and ensure mission-critical environmental standards at the Kimbrough Ambulatory Care Center.
Hospital Housekeeping Assistant Job Overview
The Kimbrough Ambulatory Care Center is seeking a dedicated Hospital Housekeeping Assistant to serve in a vital environmental services role. In this position, you will support the Hospital Housekeeping Officer by ensuring that healthcare facilities maintain the highest cleanliness standards. You will play a key role in monitoring contract performance, managing medical waste streams, and upholding regulatory compliance to support the medical readiness of our service members and their families.
Requirements for Hospital Housekeeping Assistant
- U.S. Citizenship
- One year of specialized experience at the GS-05 level or equivalent, including hospital housekeeping support and medical waste handling
- Ability to read and interpret technical specifications, floor plans, and work schedules
- Completion of a one-year probationary period
- Must be able to pass a background suitability/fitness check
- Submission of a resume limited to two pages or less
- Submission of required transcripts if using education to qualify
- Submission of mandatory job-related licenses or certifications
Preferred Qualifications for Hospital Housekeeping Assistant
- Graduate-level education in Public Health, Business Administration, or Hospital Administration
- Superior Academic Achievement (GPA of 3.0+ or top third of class)
- Documented experience in contract data management and budgetary assistance
- Experience with precious metal and recycling contract operations
Federal Benefits & Perks
- ✓Federal government health and life insurance options
- ✓Retirement savings plans including TSP
- ✓Paid federal holidays and leave accrual
- ✓Opportunities for professional development and training
- ✓Potential for recruitment or relocation incentives for highly qualified candidates
💡 How to Apply Hospital Housekeeping Assistant Job & Insider Tips
Application Steps for Hospital Housekeeping Assistant Job
- Create or log in to your USAJOBS account.
- Prepare a resume that is strictly two pages or less, highlighting your relevant experience, hours worked, and specific dates of employment.
- Gather your supporting documentation, including transcripts and necessary certifications.
- Complete the online questionnaire via the USA Staffing portal.
- Upload your resume and all supporting documents.
- Review your application package for accuracy and completeness.
- Submit your application before the November 13, 2026, deadline.
💡 General Tips
- Keep your resume concise; any resume exceeding the two-page limit will be automatically excluded.
- Avoid using unexplained acronyms; write in plain, clear language.
- Ensure your resume explicitly maps to the specialized experience required for this role.
- Verify that your uploaded documents have cleared the virus scan before the closing time.
- Monitor your application status directly through your USAJOBS dashboard.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit a resume longer than two pages?
No. Any resume exceeding the two-page limit will be removed from consideration.
What specific experience qualifies as 'specialized'?
You must have experience in hospital cleanliness operations, managing housekeeping/recycling activities, and handling regulated medical waste.
Is a security clearance required for this role?
No, a security clearance is not required; however, you must pass a suitability/fitness determination.
Job from Military Treatment Facilities Under Dha
As a vital component of the Defense Health Agency (DHA), the Kimbrough Ambulatory Care Center is committed to providing world-class healthcare delivery. The DHA is an integrated system that serves over 9.5 million uniformed service members and their families globally. Working here means being part of a dedicated team that prioritizes mission readiness and high-quality patient care.