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Get Access To All JobsAt Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?
Job Description
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Evening Schedule: 4:00 PM - 12:30 AM (Works Rotating Weekends and Works Holidays)
- Location: Feinberg/Galter; FL BS
- Competitive Hourly Compensation: The role is graded as a non-exempt position, meaning you are eligible for overtime.
- Benefits Eligible Role: New employees are eligible for benefits to begin on the first of the month following their start date
The Environmental Services Resource Coordinator reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
Responsibilities:
- Establish and review standards and work procedures for all Environmental Services staff in accordance with established policies and practices of the facility.
- Plan work schedules, hours, areas of work, and job duties to ensure adequate EVS coverage.
- Assists Manager in the supervision of various aspects of the departments and collaborates with managers and coordinators to achieve the departments and NMH mission, goals and objectives.
- Participate in the interview process, evaluate, and recommend termination of facility Environmental Services personnel in accordance with facility standards.
- Orientate, train, and supervise all Environmental Services staff under span of control.
- Regularly inspect and evaluate physical condition of facility and supervise the relocation and storage of all furnishings and equipment, as well as the relocation of space to improve the sanitation and appearance of the facility.
- Report unsafe conditions and conduct research to improve EVS technology.
- Participate in regular staff meetings and communicate with members of other departments to coordinate EVS activities.
- May serve on facility wide committee.
- Conduct daily touch points and coaching with EVS staff.
- Schedule major project work, ensuring that adequate staff and supplies are available to perform tasks.
- Ordering supplies and equipment using Peoplesoft requisitions.
- Conducts regular inventory of housekeeping supplies and order same.
- Keeps costs in line with approved budgetary amounts.
AA/EOE
Qualifications
Required:
- Three to five years of experience in relevant field and Supervisory experience
- Appropriate clinical or technical competence in relevant area.
- Strong leadership skills.
- Communication skills (interpersonal and group, assertiveness, conflict resolution, etc.).
- Organization and planning skills (prioritization, time management, initiative, follow through).
- Demonstrated problem solving skills.
- Completed the Coordinator Orientation Courses.
Preferred:
- Associates or Bachelors degree
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Background Check
Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.
Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position):
Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.
At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?
Job Description
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Evening Schedule: 4:00 PM - 12:30 AM (Works Rotating Weekends and Works Holidays)
- Location: Feinberg/Galter; FL BS
- Competitive Hourly Compensation: The role is graded as a non-exempt position, meaning you are eligible for overtime.
- Benefits Eligible Role: New employees are eligible for benefits to begin on the first of the month following their start date
The Environmental Services Resource Coordinator reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
Responsibilities:
- Establish and review standards and work procedures for all Environmental Services staff in accordance with established policies and practices of the facility.
- Plan work schedules, hours, areas of work, and job duties to ensure adequate EVS coverage.
- Assists Manager in the supervision of various aspects of the departments and collaborates with managers and coordinators to achieve the departments and NMH mission, goals and objectives.
- Participate in the interview process, evaluate, and recommend termination of facility Environmental Services personnel in accordance with facility standards.
- Orientate, train, and supervise all Environmental Services staff under span of control.
- Regularly inspect and evaluate physical condition of facility and supervise the relocation and storage of all furnishings and equipment, as well as the relocation of space to improve the sanitation and appearance of the facility.
- Report unsafe conditions and conduct research to improve EVS technology.
- Participate in regular staff meetings and communicate with members of other departments to coordinate EVS activities.
- May serve on facility wide committee.
- Conduct daily touch points and coaching with EVS staff.
- Schedule major project work, ensuring that adequate staff and supplies are available to perform tasks.
- Ordering supplies and equipment using Peoplesoft requisitions.
- Conducts regular inventory of housekeeping supplies and order same.
- Keeps costs in line with approved budgetary amounts.
AA/EOE
Qualifications
Required:
- Three to five years of experience in relevant field and Supervisory experience
- Appropriate clinical or technical competence in relevant area.
- Strong leadership skills.
- Communication skills (interpersonal and group, assertiveness, conflict resolution, etc.).
- Organization and planning skills (prioritization, time management, initiative, follow through).
- Demonstrated problem solving skills.
- Completed the Coordinator Orientation Courses.
Preferred:
- Associates or Bachelors degree
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.
Background Check
Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.
Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position):
Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Environmental Project Coordinator
Align your credentials to PERM requirements
PERM requires your employer to define minimum qualifications before advertising the role. Make sure your degree field and years of experience match the job description exactly, because discrepancies between your credentials and the posted requirements can stall or invalidate the labor certification.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Environmental engineering firms, federal contractors, and large consulting groups file PERM most often for project coordination roles. Search DOL's OFLC disclosure data by SOC code 11-9199 to identify which employers have sponsored similar positions in the past two to three years.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Migrate Mate surfaces Environmental Project Coordinator jobs at employers with verified green card sponsorship history, so you're not applying blindly. Filter by EB-2 or EB-3 eligibility to focus your search on roles where PERM sponsorship is already an established practice at that organization.
Verify the prevailing wage before salary negotiations
Your employer must pay at least the DOL-certified prevailing wage for your location and experience level. Look up the wage tier for your role using the OFLC Wage Search before your offer stage, so you can confirm any offer meets the DOL threshold required for a valid PERM application.
Confirm your role qualifies as a specialty occupation
For EB-2 sponsorship, your position must normally require an advanced degree in environmental science, engineering, or a related field. Review the O*NET profile for Environmental Project Coordinators to document how your role's duties align with the advanced-degree requirement USCIS evaluates during I-140 adjudication.
Factor in country-specific priority date backlogs
EB-3 has no annual cap concerns for most countries, but nationals from India and China face significant priority date backlogs that can extend the wait years beyond the PERM and I-140 approval stage. Check the USCIS visa bulletin monthly and discuss concurrent I-485 filing eligibility with your employer's immigration counsel.
Green Card Environmental Project Coordinator: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Environmental Project Coordinator role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories can apply. EB-3 covers skilled workers with a bachelor's degree, which fits most project coordinator roles requiring a four-year degree in environmental science or engineering. EB-2 applies if the position normally requires an advanced degree or if your employer can demonstrate business necessity for a master's-level requirement. Your employer's immigration attorney determines the appropriate category based on the job description and your credentials.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary work visa with a three-year initial period and an annual lottery for cap-subject petitions. PERM green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency and has no lottery. The PERM process requires your employer to conduct a supervised DOL recruitment campaign first, which typically adds six to twelve months before the I-140 petition stage. Unlike H-1B, there is no annual numerical cap on EB-3 petitions themselves.
Which types of employers sponsor Environmental Project Coordinators for green cards?
Environmental consulting firms, civil and geotechnical engineering companies, federal and state government contractors, utilities, and large construction management firms are the most active sponsors. These organizations frequently have established immigration programs because they hire foreign professionals with specialized training in environmental compliance, remediation, or permitting. Use Migrate Mate to find Environmental Project Coordinator jobs at employers with documented PERM sponsorship history in this field.
Can my employer start the PERM process before my H-1B or OPT expires?
Yes, and filing early is strongly advisable. PERM labor certification can take twelve months or longer, followed by I-140 adjudication and visa availability. Starting the process while you're on valid status protects you from gaps. If you're on H-1B, your employer can file the PERM at any point during your authorization period without affecting your current status or work eligibility.
What documents should I prepare to support my employer's PERM application?
You'll need official transcripts confirming your qualifying degree, a detailed resume documenting relevant experience, and any professional certifications in environmental compliance or project management. If your degree is from outside the U.S., a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization is typically required. USCIS may also request evidence that your education and experience match the minimum requirements stated in the DOL-approved job description during I-140 review.