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D&D Material Control & Accountability Specialist 1/2

Los Alamos National Laboratory

Los Alamos, NM

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$72,800–$115,400 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Software, Analysis Skills, Assay Methods, Auditing, Chemical Processes, Code of Federal Regulations, Communication Skills, Customer Relations, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Interpersonal Skills, Inventory Reports, Laboratory, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Microsoft Excel, Operations Management, Operations Security (OPSEC), Physical Chemistry, Physical Inventory, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Psychology, Regulations, Statistical Modeling, Team Player, Trend Analysis, Tuition Fees, United States Citizen, United States Department of Energy (DOE), Vision Plan
LOCATION
Los Alamos, NM
POSTED
Today
This position is open for external candidates only to apply.

What You Will Do

The Nuclear Material Control & Accountability (NMCA) Group is seeking enthusiastic individuals to provide nuclear material safeguards oversight in support of Los Alamos National Laboratory's (LANL) Weapons Program. NMCA personnel in the Security Programs Division are responsible for ensuring compliance with DOE O 474.2, overseeing Decontamination & Decommissioning (D&D) activities, and safeguarding Special Nuclear Material (SNM) and other accountable Nuclear Material (NM).

Successful candidates will demonstrate strong attention to detail, a questioning attitude, and excellent interpersonal skills necessary to provide oversight in operational and blended work environments. This position will be filled at the MC&A Specialist 1 or 2 level depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned at higher levels.

This position will be filled at either the D&D Material Control & Accountability Specialist 1 or D&D Material Control & Accountability Specialist 2 depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.

D&D Material Control & Accountability Specialist 1 $72,800 - $115,400

  • Support audits and appraisals of nuclear material accounting functions.
  • Perform oversight of legacy material, holdup, and waste items in the field and in NMCA accounting systems.
  • Support preparation and conduct of physical inventories for assigned Material Balance Areas (MBAs).
  • Review nuclear material inventory reports to identify variances and assist in investigations.
  • Support analysis and interpretation of statistical inventory models to determine significance of variances.
  • Interact with customer organizations daily to coordinate recommended solutions.
  • Identify and report anomalous conditions in accordance with procedures.


Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level:

D&D Material Control & Accountability Specialist 2 $87,800-$143,000

  • Perform independent audits and appraisals of nuclear material accounting functions.
  • Monitor, analyze, and correct variances between site nuclear material inventory records and external databases.
  • Identify potential physical inventory issues and recommend solutions prior to conduct.
  • Issue and track Action Forms through closure.
  • Provide oversight of nuclear material values in databases.
  • Mentor customers and NMCA staff.
  • Work with minimal supervision in operational environments.


What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

  • Experience interpreting and applying complex requirements in a nuclear, high-hazard, or similar environment.
  • Specialized knowledge in one or more of the following:
  • Nuclear facility operations
  • Application of MC&A requirements to nuclear D&D
  • Chemical/physical processes involving nuclear material
  • Familiarity with non-destructive assay methods.
  • Ability to recognize and address statistically significant variances in nuclear material data.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with knowledge of regulatory drivers.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel for reporting, trending, and presentations.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders.


Additional Job Requirements for Material Control & Accountability Specialist 2:

In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualifications at the higher level require:

  • Experience analyzing, monitoring, correcting, and balancing nuclear material inventory data.
  • Experience conducting physical inventories of high-value items or materials.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform audits in a nuclear or high-hazard environment.
  • Intermediate Excel skills with experience in report generation and trending.


Education/Experience at Material Control & Accountability Specialist 1 : Position requires an Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or, equivalent combination of education and relevant experience directly related to the occupation.

Additional consideration may be given to professionally recognized training and certifications in related fields.

Education/Experience at Material Control & Accountability Specialist 2: Position requires an Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience directly related to the occupation.

Additional consideration may be given to professionally recognized training and certifications in related fields

Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience providing inventory oversight in nuclear or high-hazard environments.
  • Familiarity with LANMAS and other nuclear material accounting systems.
  • Knowledge and understanding of NMCA requirements as outlined in DOE O 474.2.
  • Experience implementing successful process improvement projects.
  • STEM degree in a technical discipline.


Work Environment: This position may/will require 24/7 coverage, which could/will involve working a shift/weekend schedule. Employees may be eligible for shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager.

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.

• Please include a comprehensive resume addressing in detail how they meet the minimum requirements and desired skills.

• This position will require non-traditional shift work, to include night and weekends. The non-traditional shift work schedule may offer shift differential pay.

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 (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.

HRP: This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 Code of Federal Regulation, Part 712, §712.11. These requirements include on going drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.

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.

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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