Performance Assurance

Job Description

Idaho National Laboratory's (INL) Performance Management Division is seeking forward-thinking professionals interested in exploring a career as a Performance Assurance Analyst.


This position is located at our Materials and Fuels Complex (MFC), which hosts the core of the U.S. nuclear research and development capabilities with a diverse array of facilities designed for remote work on highly irradiated fuels and materials. A new fuel idea can be designed, fabricated, tested, and analyzed at MFC to better understand the effects of irradiation. Many groups, such as universities, industry partners, other national laboratories, international research organizations, and other federal agencies are working at MFC. Our team works a 4x10 schedule every Friday off.

You will develop and implement performance monitoring processes and procedures to ensure safe, impactful, secure, and efficient conduct of research. You will perform analyses of various data sources to identify risks to overall INL mission outcomes. You will recommend improvements in solving human performance issues and operational performance improvement processes.

• Perform programmatic assessments and post event investigations while supporting leadership in developing appropriate and sustainable corrective actions.
• Work with leadership to assess programmatic health and identify mitigations for risks and corrective actions for identified and self-revealing conditions.
• Implement all aspects of Performance Monitoring and Analyses including Issues Management, Self-Assessment, Lessons Learned, Management Observations, and event analyses.
• Responsible for developing and monitoring of existing Performance Assurance Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and to drive improvements in those metrics, analyses of various sources of operational data to proactively identify trends adverse to mission accomplishment and overall impact of the supported directorate, development of dynamic dashboards representing operational and financial performance to Sr. Leadership, identify process improvements in operations and process flows, and develop schedules to track accomplishments toward annual program goals supporting the overall Enterprise Risk Management and Management Review Meeting (assessment of organizational performance and health) approach.
• Responsible for implementing program(s) within assigned directorate utilizing established processes and tools.
• Support data entry, report generation, date tracking, email reminders, document attachment, assessment generation, information gathering, minute taking, and other coordination activities as assigned.
• Support condition screening for noncompliance issues, assigning trend codes, and owning mission centers as directed.
• Serve as a liaison between individual contributors, directorate leadership, and the Performance Management organization as well as external customers and working groups. Work with leadership to both inform and mitigate identified risks as appropriate.
• Review performance and operational data sources to identify adverse trends and risks to mission accomplishment.
• Define Performance Assurance expectations of program(s) as well as provide the process, tools, training, and program support to implement an effective program across all INL mission centers/organizations to ensure compliance with applicable DOE order(s) and provide analysis that enable INL leadership to make risk informed decisions.
• May implement an effective risk-based approach to protect INL security assets and activities against the consequences of attempted theft, diversion, terrorist attack, industrial sabotage, radiological sabotage, chemical sabotage, biological sabotage, espionage, unauthorized access, compromise, and other acts having an adverse impact on national security or the environment.
• May participate in inspections and assessments of equipment and processes to identify issues and risks, identifying corrective actions, and work with line management to ensure effective closure of actions as well as to ensure maximum usage of program budgets. Work may focus on one of many areas, including Contractor Assurance, Management Observation Program, Issues Management Program, Assessments, and Causal Analysis.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Level 4: Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution and 9 years experience. Masters and 6 years experience. PhD and 4 years experience.
• Level 5: Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution and 14 years experience. Masters and 8 years experience. PhD and 6 years experience.
• Depending on work assignment, will be required to qualify as a Root Cause Analyst within the timeframe set by management.
• Must have nuclear operations, maintenance, or engineering experience.
• Depending on work assignment, may be require to obtain Critique Leader qualification, Compliance Officer/Coordinator qualification.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "L" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.

The Ideal Candidate will have:

• Commercial Reactor Engineering or Operations experience.
• Experience in conducting cause analysis and inspections/assessments.
• Working knowledge of various software programs including SharePoint, Asset Suite, BDSIS, Devon Way tools, OpexShare, Word, Powerpoint, and advanced level Excel skills.

Job Information:

• The pay range for this position is: Level 4 ($95,256 - $195,288)/ Level 5 ($114,360 - $234,336). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, and work in an office environment and in operational/research areas. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms. The job requires the operation of office equipment. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with people is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

About Us

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions)
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject to multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

At this time, BEA will not sponsor any H1-B visas obtained outside of the United States of America (U.S.A.), including consular visas.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

INL Mission:

Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision:

Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements:

To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation:

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Other Information:

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