Project/Program Specialist 2/3

What You Will Do This position will be filled at either the Project/Program Specialist 2 or Project/Program Specialist 3 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level. Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) plays a crucial role in maintaining the nation's nuclear deterrent and advancing scientific research. At the heart of LANL’s mission is the Pit Technologies (PT) Division, a key component of the Associate Laboratory Directorate for Weapons Production (ALDWP). This division is at the forefront of manufacturing operations at Technical Area 55 (TA‑55), a state‑of‑the‑art facility dedicated to plutonium processing, pit production, and business operations. The PT Division is currently in growth mode in terms of scope, budget, and personnel, and is looking to add support for the engineering teams. To produce pits for the NNSA, PT processes must be qualified by the Design Agency (DA) per the requirements of Defense Programs Business Process Systems (DPBPS). The selected applicant will use project management, coordination, and administrative skills to ensure that qualification activities meet programmatic requirements of reestablishing rate production of plutonium pits at TA‑55. The selected individual will work with stakeholders across LANL, partner laboratories, other national security enterprise labs, plants and sites to implement a structured process to maintain business operations. Shift and work schedule: Pit Technologies is staffing for production work 7 days per week. This position may require 7‑day coverage and therefore may require working a shift schedule that includes weekends. Individuals typically work 4 days per week, 10 hours per day. Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs. The position commitment for this position is 1 year. Project/Program Specialist 2 Safety and security are a primary responsibility for all Laboratory employees. Assures safety and security compliance, maintains required safety and security training, and makes safety and security an integral part of every task, including taking the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security. Apply knowledge and experience in establishing operational plans for job area, developing and implementing new products or services to meet customer requirements with a given mission area, ensuring process parameters are maintained, supporting cost estimating, cost analysis. Under limited direction, monitor performance by analyzing, or reporting on the assigned aspects of the project scope. Under limited direction, serve as the primary spokesperson to report status and issues to the PT leadership including group leaders, the program office, and the division office. Identify potential risks, develop risk mitigation strategies and corrective actions, and recommend risk acceptance/avoidance and report those risks to leadership. Understand and adhere to all Laboratory and regulatory guidance and governance specific to the project or program work. Identifies potential risks, developing risk mitigation strategies and corrective actions, and recommending risk acceptance/avoidance for the assigned aspects of the project or program(s). Foster a mutually respectful and inclusive work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. Project/Program Specialist 3 Without considerable direction, serve as one of the primary spokespersons to report status and issues to the PT leadership including group leaders, the program office, and the division office. Without considerable direction, monitor performance by analyzing, or reporting on the assigned aspects of the project scope. Negotiate with project, program or line managers to ensure that resources are available and qualified to accomplish the work, and to marshal resources to complete project deliverables within the scope, and schedules defined in project work packages. Provide specialized assistance to the PT management team in planning, organizing and controlling resources/processes related to business operations. Applies advanced knowledge and experience in establishing operational plans for job area, developing and implementing new products or services to meet customer requirements with a given mission area, ensuring process parameters are maintained, assistance in developing work packages to meet specific programmatic needs, supporting cost estimating, cost analysis, and cost control activities as well as supporting schedule development, maintenance, reporting, and monitoring activities, as directed for moderately large complex project or programs. What You Need Minimum Job Requirements Working knowledge of and experience in project management work. Working knowledge of regulatory and Laboratory requirements related to business operations or other similar business operations. Experience in developing and nurturing effective internal customer relationships. Experience in successful planning, organizing, and reporting status and issues. Comprehensive background in effective written and verbal communication skills as evidenced by internal and/or external interactions, briefings, reports, and presentations. An active DOE Q‑level clearance. Additional Job Requirements for Higher Level Experienced ability to interact effectively with all levels of personnel; building trust, gaining consensus, and resolving conflicts. Demonstrated ability to work independently in high‑intensity environments with coworkers representing a variety of technical backgrounds. Demonstrated ability to express ideas to a wide variety of audiences clearly in ways that build understanding, respect, and trust. Education/Experience Lower level: Position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field from an accredited institution and 5 years related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. Higher level: Position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field from an accredited institution and 8 years related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. Desired Qualifications Experience implementing regulatory requirements (e.g., DOE Order 426.2A, NAP 401.1A). Familiarity with Conduct of Operations, Nuclear Facility Training, Engineering, and Maintenance as they apply to manufacturing facility environments. Experience with NNSA Directive NAP401.1A, ALDWP's Weapons Quality Assurance Program, or similar rigorous quality management systems, e.g. 10CFR50, ASME or NQA‑1. Experience managing operations in a customer service environment. An active DOE Q‑level clearance. Benefits PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network. Dental and vision insurance. Free basic life and disability insurance. Paid childbirth and parental leave. Award‑winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually). Learning opportunities and tuition assistance. Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays). Onsite gyms and wellness programs. Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50‑mile radius). Equal Opportunity Employer Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. #J-18808-Ljbffr