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Los Alamos National Laboratory

Facilities Operations Director (Operations Manager 6)

Los Alamos National Laboratory, Los Alamos, New Mexico, us, 87545

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Los Alamos National Laboratory Overview: The Associate Lab Director for Facilities and Operations (ALDFO) is seeking a Facility Operations Director to lead the Institutional Facilities (IF-DO) directorate. IF-DO manages a diverse portfolio of common-use facilities essential to the Laboratory's mission, including data centers, tactical training centers, indoor and outdoor firing ranges, fire departments, parking structures, vehicle access portals, offices, and warehouses. Facilities encompass both DOE-owned and Triad-leased properties, requiring a high degree of coordination, compliance, and stewardship.

Key Job Functions

Operational/Facility Leadership: Direct day-to-day operations of IF-DO facilities in conjunction with safety basis, facility engineering, facility maintenance, safety, security, project management, contractor assurance, operations support, and emergency response to ensure safety, security, and compliance with DOE and Laboratory standards.

Facility Oversight: Manage operations for a diverse set of facilities including data centers, tactical training centers, firing ranges, fire departments, parking structures, vehicle access portals, offices, and warehouses.

Compliance & Risk Management: Maintain facility authorization agreements, safety bases, and compliance with DOE Orders, regulatory standards, and Triad lease requirements.

Integrated Safety Management (ISM): Implement ISM principles across all activities, ensuring hazards are identified and mitigated, and safety is integrated into every operation.

Workforce & Program Development: Lead staff across functional areas, oversee training and qualification programs, and promote a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace.

Resource Stewardship: Manage budgets, schedules, and resources while balancing mission-critical operations with efficiency and fiscal accountability.

Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure mission alignment, resolve issues, and promote effective use of facilities.

Strategic Vision: Develop strategic vision for institutional planning, improvements, and initiatives.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

Thorough understanding of work hazards/controls, safety practices, operating configurations, and safety programs.

Demonstrated knowledge of facility operations, maintenance, engineering, environmental, safety and health, and quality assurance programs.

Extensive experience in critiques, corrective action development, root cause analysis, and lessons learned.

Comprehensive knowledge of facility policies, DOE orders, and regulatory standards.

Extensive knowledge in workplace safety, OSHA standards and occupational hazards and controls.

Excellent customer service, negotiation, and influence skills with internal and external stakeholders; demonstrated ability to foster innovation and promote new ideas.

Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication abilities, with experience preparing and presenting clear reports.

Ability to manage in low, moderate and high-hazard environments, anticipate risks, and implement mitigation strategies on behalf of the laboratory.

Ability to interface with regulators.

Demonstrated experience managing a complex budget for staffing, maintenance, and infrastructure upgrades.

Extensive experience in implementing authorization basis requirements and maintaining the safety envelope.

Education/Experience

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and 15 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. This position may be subject to DOE Order 426.2 (Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities).

Desired Qualifications

Familiarity with the organizational structure and objectives of Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Demonstrated ability to influence senior leadership and negotiate with customers or management.

Extensive knowledge in implementation and adherence of Conduct of Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and Training.

Strong decision-making under pressure, with a focus on risk management and continuity of operations.

Work Location & Environment

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. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.

Additional Details

Directive 206.2 – Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating the employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. This applies to U.S. citizens; foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Background investigation required. U.S. citizenship is generally required for a Q clearance.

New-Employment Drug Test: Successful applicants must complete a pre-employment drug test. Federal law prohibits marijuana use; a positive test may result in termination.

Equal Opportunity: LANL is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories, and accommodations are provided upon request.

Location-based benefits, relocation details, and additional program information are provided in the official job posting.

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