Administrative Specialist

Title Administrative Specialist

Position Number 41102

Company Hanford Tank Waste Operations

City/State Richland, WA

Location

Posted 05/21/2026

Closes 05/31/2026

Regular/Temporary Regular

Full/Part-Time Full-Time

Job Responsibilities/Duties

Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure (H2C) delivers exceptional performance in safely removing, treating, and disposing of tank waste. H2C leads the nation's largest and most complex radioactive waste cleanup, including closure of the legacy waste tanks at Hanford containing 56 million gallons of radioactive and chemical waste.

Joining H2C means becoming part of a team dedicated to creating "The Solution Today for a Better Tomorrow." At H2C, our culture is deeply rooted in our Vision, Mission, Values, and Behaviors, which guide our efforts on the Hanford Site and within our communities. Our vision to tackle the Department of Energy's largest environmental challenge reflects our commitment to leaving a positive legacy for future generations. We strive to deliver exceptional performance in safely removing, treating, and disposing of tank waste. Our values emphasize living safely, acting with integrity, and working collaboratively as a team. We encourage innovation, personal accountability, and continuous improvement, fostering an environment where everyone is empowered to contribute to our mission and celebrate our achievements. By embracing these principles, you will be part of a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact today and for the future.

Tank Farm Projects (TFP) Construction is looking for Administrative Specialists to provide a variety of administrative and staff support services in the Construction organization. The Administrative Specialist will be involved in the planning, preparation, control, and implementations of organizational or program objectives.

The specific duties of the Administrative Specialist will include but are not limited to the following:

*Routinely interfaces with subcontractors, Procurement, and members of the Construction Project Team (e.g., Engineering, Quality Control, Health and Safety) to develop construction contract documents and date such as technical requirements, materials, equipment, and resources to ensure they are complete and compliant.

*Prepare and maintain detailed scope documentation such as contract modifications, daily activity reports, request for information responses for construction work activity modifications.

*Monitor construction project timelines, expenditures and activities to identify and resolve issues by monitoring funding limitations and period of performance not being exceeded.

*Review existing administrative procedures and practices pertaining to the Construction organization and recommends changes where appropriate to improve effectiveness.

*Compile data from daily activity reports, invoices, and schedule reviews and develop reports for construction management that helps with analyzing document control metrics and provides solutions to improve efficiencies within document control processes to closeout construction activities.

*Review and escalate completion notifications of documents necessary to expedite work prior to submitting for approval including design packages, field implementation packages contract submittal reviews, and new operating procedures to ensure contract requirements are implemented and communicated accurately.

*Make decisions independently on contract documents and represent the department in conferences to resolve important questions and coordinate work.

*Plan and carry out specialized assignments as requested.

*Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Grade 15:

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Business Administration or other related discipline: and

Two (2) years relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Grade 16:

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Business Administration or other related discipline: and

Three (3) years relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Note the essential duties for this grade level are like that of the previous grade level, however the scope of responsibility is larger, and the expected level of performance is increased.

Desired Qualifications

*Experience with computer programs such as Asset Suite, Smart Plant Foundation, Integrated Document Management System (IDMS), Tank Farms Contracted Labor Time Recording (TFCLTR), and Enterprise Asset Management (EAM).

*Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

Compensation & Benefits

In accordance with the company's philosophy on compensation for exempt and salaried non-exempt employees, H2C takes into consideration a variety of factors when determining initial grade and salary to include assigned job scope and responsibility, a candidate's qualifications as compared to internal comparators performing in a similar role, and the external labor market. A salary offer will be made at the appropriate grade level and within the targeted hiring range posted according to these factors. Note a candidate's prior salary history will not be taken into consideration.

Hiring Range Minimum: $82,000

Hiring Range Maximum: $113,500

H2C offers a comprehensive benefits package to include medical/dental/vision, short-and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please visit

Depending on the nature of your employment with H2C, you can expect the following:

• A business casual dress work environment: jeans are permissible (restrictions may apply).

• Opportunity for work/life balance: a standard 4 x 10 work schedule, allowing more personal time to enjoy life outside of the office (other schedules and/or shift work may be required).

Note: employment at H2C involves working in the office or in the field depending on the role.

Relocation Funding Provided Yes

U.S. Citizenship Required Yes

Clearance Required No

Job Classification Exempt

Shift Work Required No

As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, H2C abides by federal statutory requirements of 41 CFR § 60-300.5 VEVRAA Protected Veterans, 41 CFR § 60-741.5 Workers with Disabilities, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and state and local requirements.

These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, age, sex, and national origin. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Applicants and employees have rights under Federal and State Employment Laws and are protected against discrimination. To view information regarding these rights, please click on these links:

• Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (

• Pay Transparency Policy Statement

• Family Medical Leave Act (

• Employee Polygraph Protection Act

• WA State Paid Family Medical Leave (