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Deputy Group Leader (Training Manager 3)

Los Alamos National Laboratory

Los Alamos, NM

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Best Practices, Budget Management, Budgeting, Business Strategy, Career Development, Centralized Operations/Management, Compensation and Benefits, Corrective Action, Customer Support/Service, Dental Insurance, Human Resources, Identify Issues, Job Analysis, Laboratory, Leadership, Learning Management System (LMS), Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS), Multimedia, Needs Assessment, Operational Support, Operations Management, Operations Security (OPSEC), People Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Relationship Management, Reporting Skills, Root Cause Analysis, Safety Training, Sales Management, Service Delivery, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Training Program, Training Program Development, Training/Teaching, Tuition Fees, United States Department of Energy (DOE), Vision Plan, Workforce Management
LOCATION
Los Alamos, NM
POSTED
1 day ago
What You Will Do

Readiness & Training (RT) is seeking a motivated and experienced manager to provide leadership and oversee the successful development and implementation of training programs to support the nuclear operations workforce. The manager will serve as a member of the RT managerial team as the deputy group leader for the Operations and Nuclear Safety Training (RT-ONST) group. The manager will work with a variety of customers including institutional and federal leadership to provide the appropriate training, qualifications, processes, and policies for those who provide support and operations at Los Alamos National Laboratory. The candidate is expected to facilitate a full customer-service model that provides centralized coordination, management, and tracking of specific area needs to ensure the success of the training program.

The responsibilities of the Deputy Training Manager include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Participates in the identification and assessment of the training needs of the organization to align training and development with organizational strategy and lab agenda
  • Implements group training programs that address specific organizational needs through job analysis, career development and consultation with managers
  • Ensures the implementation of effective and purposeful training methods that evaluate organizational performance, assess skills, performance and productivity to identify areas of training improvement.
  • Monitors organizational and instructor performance to ensure that training is meeting organizational needs and improving performance.
  • Participate in the selection and management of resources, including working with both internal employees and external vendors to develop and deliver training.
  • Provides guidance and interpretation of policies and programs concerning training.
  • Ensure the management of technologies and technical personnel required to develop, manage and deliver training.
  • Monitors the development of training materials, multimedia visual aides and other educational materials.
  • Implements and fosters best training practices through strong collaborations in education with the DOE National Training Center, TRIAD partners and local universities.
  • All other assigned duties by the Group Leader.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:


Training Management
  • In depth knowledge and experience in LANL's learning management system (UTrain LMS) or DOE/industry equivalent LMS.
  • In depth knowledge and experience managing training under the following;
    • DOE Order 426.2 Personal Selection, Training, Qualification and Certification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities or industry equivalent,
  • In depth knowledge and experience in using a Systematic Approach to Training (SAT) and tools used in the development and implementation of formal training programs.
  • In depth knowledge and experience with developing, monitoring, and evaluating Leadership.
  • Collaborative experience with other training organizations as part of organizational realignment associated with training-services delivery improvement and culture change.


Technical Expertise

  • Demonstrated ability in the development, organization, scheduling, and management of training and training programs.
  • Demonstrated skill in management, supervision, and human resources administration of assigned employees and subordinate supervisors or staff members.


Communications/Relationship Management

  • Experience and demonstrated skill in identifying problem areas, investigating alternative solutions, and determining action to be performed on problems affecting operations management.
  • Experience in budget preparation/management.
  • Demonstrated success in effectively interfacing with all levels of stakeholders such as management, NNSA/DOE staff, vendors, and customers at all levels.


Education/Experience: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution and 5 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

426.2A Requirement: Position requires aBachelor's degree and 6 years of nuclear experience




Desired Qualifications:
  • Experience managing training under LANL's Conduct of Training policies/procedures or DOE/industry equivalent.
  • Excellent skill in the preparation and presentation of oral and written reports.
  • Demonstrated experience conducting critiques, root cause analyses, and lessons learned, and meaningful corrective action assignments.
  • In depth knowledge of LANL budget implementation and practices.
  • Active Q clearance.




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: Applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter highlighting how you meet the required qualifications.

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 (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.

426.2A: This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2A, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities, which establishes entry-level requirements to ensure candidates selected for specific positions can successfully perform the requirements of the job.

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.

Term position: Regular-status Laboratory employees applying for term-status positions may retain regular status with approval of the cognizant Principle Associate Director.

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 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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