Operations Support Specialist

Operations Support Specialist (402)

Requisition ID 402 - Posted - WO-OS Operations Support - Carlsbad, NM, US - WIPP Site - Operations

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Overview

Be part of the nation's only repository for the disposal of nuclear waste known as Transuranic (TRU) waste.

Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, LLC (SIMCO), managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Operations Support Specialist and join our team located in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will possess strong analytical and communication skills to document evaluation activities, conduct trend analyses, and present findings to all levels of management. This position involves coordinating continuous improvement activities, influencing positive cultural change, and ensuring that all operations procedures are properly revised and validated. The work requires a blend of independent project management and collaborative engagement to drive process execution, quality, and safety across the site.

Role Expectations:

• Demonstrated experience coordinating, tracking, and record keeping.

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills are mandatory.

• Must be familiar with procedural compliance, and be familiar with Operations processes, systems and programs.

• Must have audit/surveillance and report writing experience.

• Demonstrated experience using or managing a budget.

• Experience completing and submitting purchase requisitions.

• Ability to create, prioritize, and execute scheduled tasks.

• Self-motivated with strong attention to detail.

• Wide range of computer skills to include implementation of requirements or enhancements for Records Management-related applications.

• Ability to solve issues or problems based on experience, professional concepts, and organizational objectives.

• Ability to deliver clear and concise communications to employees, managers of all levels.

• Knowledge using Documentum and other Records Management tools.

• Work in a configuration management environment.

• Work in records management required to satisfy DOE regulatory, legal, and contractual requirements, RCRA and NMED requirements/activities directing program team to furnish complete historical records of project operations.

Job Duties:

• Operations Program Evaluation and Assessment

• Continuous Improvement and Corrective Action Management

• Documentation and Reporting

• Procedural Oversight and Coordination

Minimum Requirements

These requirements must be met to be considered for this posting. Uploaded resumes and completed applications are the means of determination.

• Bachelor's degree, or

• Associate's degree with four (4) years of office/clerical experience,or

• High School Diploma or Equivalency with eight (8) years of office/clerical experience is required.

Must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

Preferred Requirements

• Nuclear or high-hazard facility experience.

• Preference given to candidates with experience/proficiency with assessment programs/methodologies including planning and performing assessments.

• The ideal candidate will be familiar with DOE Directives, Standards, and Guides.

• WIPP or DOE-related experience.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental and vision insurance:

• Coverage on date of hire

• Surgical concierge service

• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more

• Modern work arrangements to include 4-day workweeks (four 10-hour days)*

• Relocation assistance*

• Shuttle commuter service from the local areas

• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays

• Tuition reimbursement program

• On-site fitness center and other wellness support including some public gym membership reductions

• Company paid short term disability

• Company paid life insurance (1x annual salary)

• Pension plan that provides monthly annuity after retirement and 401(k) with .50 matching up to 6%

• Voluntary benefits of:

• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity

• Long-term disability program

• Health and Flexible savings accounts

• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance

*These benefits vary by position.

Exempt grade level(s) 28-30. Salary range: $70,972 to $123,573 per year --the specific salary offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors, particularly the candidate's relevant experience and education.

Equal Opportunity

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

If you are an applicant with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability-or unable to use-the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io for assistance. Upon receipt of this information, we will respond to you promptly to obtain more information about your request.

Reviews, and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4, will be conducted by SIMCO and a background investigation by the Federal government may be required to obtain an access authorization prior to employment, and subsequent reinvestigations may be required.

Posting Duration: This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the posting date. SIMCO reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.

EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.