Document Compliance Manager- Active Clearance Required

Mid-Senior Level | Full-time Business Operations | Livermore, CA | 08/14/2026Reference #: REF8697XJob Code: A23.4 Doc Compliance Admin 4 / A23.5 Doc Compliance Admin 5Organization: Strategic DeterrencePosition Type: Career IndefiniteSecurity Clearance: Active DOE Q clearance (or active Top Secret clearance)Drug Test: Required for external applicant(s) selected for this position (includes testing for use of marijuana)Medical Exam: A job-related pre-placement medical examination may be required Company DescriptionJoin us and make YOUR mark on the World!Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has turned bold ideas into world-changing impact advancing science and technology to strengthen U.S. security and promote global stability. Our mission spans four critical national security areas nuclear deterrence, threat preparedness, energy security, and multi-domain defense empowering teams to take on the toughest challenges of today and tomorrow. With a culture built on innovation and operational excellence, LLNL is a place where your expertise can make a real impact.Job DescriptionWe have an opening for a Document Compliance Manager to support the document control and records management programs in the Superblock facilities. In this lead role, you will manage a team of document and compliance specialists and oversee the full document control program to ensure documents, records, and procedures are maintained in compliance with federal, institutional, and nuclear facility requirements. This position is in the Superblock (SBK) within the Strategic Deterrence Directorate.This position requires full-time on-site presence due to the nature of the work.This position will be filled at either level based on knowledge and related experience as assessed by the hiring team. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if hired at the higher level.You willLead, supervise, and provide administrative direction for a team of document specialists and document compliance personnel.Develop, implement, maintain, and update facility-wide document management policies, procedures, plans, and retention schedules.Oversee the full document lifecycle, including creation, drafting, review, approval, distribution, tracking, archival, retention, and destruction.Ensure document control and records management practices support compliance with federal regulations, institutional requirements, nuclear facility safety bases, and internal procedures.Serve as the subject matter expert for document management processes, practices, manuals, guidance documents, and related implementation plans.Monitor workflow, performance, and work quality, and participate in appraisals, mentoring, training, recruiting, and staff development.Manage document routing, revision control, inventories, metadata, and traceability using electronic systems such as ELM-U and other EDMS tools.Oversee electronic and physical records management, including cataloging, digitization, retention, and disposition.Collaborate with subject matter experts, facility management, training, engineering, IT, and program stakeholders to develop, revise, and implement controlled documents and operational procedures.Evaluate document control and procedure processes to verify requirements are adequately implemented and change control impacts are appropriately reviewed.Monitor internal performance metrics, develop dashboards and reports, and provide status updates to management.Lead, plan, coordinate, and conduct periodic assessments, including management self-assessments, observations, and inspections, to determine conformance with regulations, LLNL requirements, and SBK plans and procedures.Coordinate completion of corrective action plans related to deficiencies.Perform other duties as assigned.Additional job responsibilities at the A23.5 levelIdentify, develop and implement process improvements to strengthen efficiency, compliance, and program effectiveness.Support special projects, committee participation, and cross-functional initiatives as assigned.Administer operational resources and support budget prioritization, balancing, and allocation as needed.QualificationsThis position requires an active Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance or active Top-Secret clearance issued by another U.S. government agency at the time of hire.Bachelor’s degree in communications, English or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.Experience with electronic document management systems, preferably Windchill (ELM-U).Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Word and Excel, and Adobe Acrobat Pro.Strong knowledge of documentation standards, records retention practices, and applicable federal and nuclear regulations.Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional work, influence stakeholders, and resolve sensitive issues with tact and judgment.Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and written and verbal communication skills.Strong collaboration and communication skills with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.Additional qualifications at the A23.5 levelExtensive experience in document control, records management, or configuration management.Experience leading teams and managing complex document control programs in highly regulated environments.Demonstrated ability to lead, plan, manage, and oversee the development and implementation of new programs and projects from concept through execution.Qualifications We DesireProcedure Professional Association (PPA) certification.Experience with Superblock policies, procedures, and operating practices.Pay Range$136,020 - $199,836 Annually$136,020 - $166,584 Annually for the A23.4 level$163,170 - $199,836 Annually for the A23.5 levelThis is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.Additional Information#LI-OnsitePosition InformationThis is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?Included in 2026 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!Flexible Benefits Package401(k)Relocation AssistanceEducation Reimbursement ProgramFlexible schedules (*depending on project needs)Our values - visit Security ClearanceThis position requires an active Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance or active Top Secret clearance issued by another U.S. government agency at time of hire. Pre-Employment Drug TestExternal applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. 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