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Analytics, Intelligence & Technology Division Leader (R&D Manager 6)

Los Alamos National Laboratory

Los Alamos, NM

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$201,000–$368,100 Per Year
SKILLS
Administrative Policies, Analysis Skills, Budgeting, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Customer Relations, Dental Insurance, Emergency Response, Emerging Technology, Employee Retention, Government Organizations, Hazardous Materials/Substances, High Voltage (HV), Homeland Security, Infectious Diseases, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Integrated Circuits (ICs), Laboratory, Laboratory Management, Leadership, Mentoring, Operational Strategy, Operations Security (OPSEC), People Management, Problem Solving Skills, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Research & Development (R&D), Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Strategic Planning, Systems Analysis, Team Player, Tuition Fees, United States Citizen, United States Department of Defense (DoD), United States Department of Energy (DOE), Vision Plan
LOCATION
Los Alamos, NM
POSTED
Today
What You Will Do

This position is open for both internal and external candidates to apply.

The Analytics, Intelligence, and Technology (A) Division Leader reports to the Associate Laboratory Director for Global Security and is responsible for personnel management, strategic planning, and operational oversight of the division's five distinct groups totaling more than 200 people and $120M in annual budget. A-Division's overall mission is to assess, prepare for and respond to potentially catastrophic nuclear, chemical, biological, cyber, natural and emerging technological threats. The Division comprises five groups. The Computational Intelligence & Modeling Group (A-1) uses science-based analysis tools and systems modeling to inform decision making on complex threat scenarios (e.g., terrorist WMD threats, hurricane effects, infectious disease outbreaks). The Intelligence & Systems Analysis Group (A-2) performs all-source analysis on issues related to nuclear weapons and material protection. The Technology Applications Group (A-3) uses engineering and scientific expertise to support nuclear counter proliferation, counter terrorism, and emergency response missions. The Advanced Research in Cyber Systems Group (A-4) is a national leader in information security and networking science and uses novel practical solutions to predict and solve critical problems in the cyber domain. The Complex Response Solutions Group (A-5) provides tools, technologies, training and emergency response in support of the Nuclear Emergency Support Team, the Accident Response Group and associated government organizations.

R&D Manager 6 ($201,000 - $368,100)

The successful candidate will have a record of effective management, accomplishments, and programmatic delivery that includes commitment to technical and operational excellence. They will develop and maintain "trusted advisor" relationships with customers and will communicate customer needs to the broader Laboratory community. The successful leader will create an environment that is conducive to innovation and mission delivery-an environment that promotes scientific, engineering, and analytic excellence and attracts, develops, and retains talented staff. They will build effective collaborations and seek additional opportunities to apply A Division capability to solve national security challenges. Finally, they will continue to strengthen the division's culture and ensure that all applicable safety, security, and administrative policies and procedures are appropriately implemented.





What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:



Leadership

  • Experience leading and managing the portfolio, budget, and facilities of a complex technical organization having sensitive projects topically aligned with the mission of at least one of A Division's groups.
  • Experience in workforce development, including recruitment, retention, promotion, and mentoring.
  • Demonstrated behaviors that promote a productive, inclusive, and respectful workplace.
  • Ability to obtain Q and SCI clearance.


Strategy and Program Development or Execution

  • Experience in strategic planning.
  • Experience in fostering organizational capabilities, overcoming challenges, and achieving strategic goals.
  • Experience in representing programs internally and externally (e.g., to sponsors, stakeholders, and/or to review boards).
  • Experience in program development or execution with DOE, NNSA, DoD, DHS, or the IC.
  • Successful collaboration across organizational boundaries, such as collaboration between science and national security focused organizations.


Collaboration and Communication

  • Excellent communication skills, including ability to accurately summarize technical topics for staff, sponsors, and stakeholders-each with varying levels of technical expertise.
  • Demonstrated ability to grow internal and external collaborative relationships, emphasize teamwork, and build consensus when appropriate.


Education/Experience: Position requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and 15 years related experience -with an emphasis in leadership and management of an applied research and analysis organization with complex operations; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience in managing moderate hazard laboratory and experimental facilities with hazards including high voltage, radiation, and/or hazardous materials.
  • Insight into one or more of A Division's customers (e.g. DOE, NNSA, the IC) as demonstrated through an Intergovernmental Personnel Assignment or Change of Station assignment to a customer organization.
  • Knowledge of the NNSA Nuclear Emergency Support Team programs.
  • Knowledge of NNSA Nuclear Weapons programs.


Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

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 throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.



Note to Applicants:

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

  • 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)
Additional Details

Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Clearance: Q/SCI (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance, and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.



*Eligibility Requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.

New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Regular Position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.

Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.

Incentive Compensation Program: Position is eligible to participate in the Triad Incentive Compensation Program. You must be in an eligible position for a minimum of 3 months, before July 1st and remain in an eligible position as of the end of the fiscal year, September 30th. The annual distribution is prorated based on the number of months in the eligible position.

Equal Opportunity: 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. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947.

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