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Associate Program Director for Program Support and Integration - Active Security

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Associate Program Director for Program Support and Integration – Active Security Clearance Required Organization:

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL)

Location:

Livermore, CA

Pay Range:

$325,560 - $414,984 Annually

Responsibilities

Provide management oversight, technical direction, and leadership for all WTE Program Support and Integration efforts, including its sub-elements and support implementation and execution of project management best practices across the WTE portfolio.

Ensure, as part of the WTE senior management team, Program Support and Integration portfolios are well integrated and coordinated with those of the broader WTE program and Strategic Deterrence.

Integrate staffing requirement needs for the broader set of WTE program elements. Work closely with line organizations (divisions and directorates) to develop staffing and hiring plans to support documented programmatic needs. Work with line organizations to identify and execute initiatives to develop and retain programmatic personnel.

Collaborate with WTE Program management team in formulation of initiatives, budget preparation, and strategic planning. Manage the Program Support and Integration element budget from all NA-122.1, NA-121.2, and NA-121.4 (and other) sources.

Promote strong customer relationships by meeting commitments and exceeding customer's expectations with respect to quality, timeliness, and cost effectiveness.

Develop strategic partnerships that are aligned with the NNSA/DOE mission.

Mentor and coach technical and support staff members.

Provide leadership and direction to ensure safe and efficient operations in all Program Support and Integration activities.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

This position requires an active Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance or active Top-Secret clearance issued by another U.S. government agency at the time of hire.

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field, or the equivalent combination of education and related experience.

Extensive knowledge of, and experience with, the weapon systems that currently comprise the United States active nuclear stockpile and the tools and technologies necessary to support stewardship of the stockpile.

Significant experience in engineering and weapon quality as they apply to weapon programs and the stockpile stewardship program to include knowledge and experience in the NNSA product realization process. Familiarity with, and knowledge of, computing applications (examples: CAD, ELM-C/ELM-U) in the execution of scope (non-engineering analysis tools).

Advanced problem solving, analytical, technical, organizational, and management skills necessary to independently advise, recommend, and approve appropriate actions and implement solutions.

Extensive experience making decisions based on aggregate information and the recommendations of others that significantly affect the ability of the organization and laboratory to achieve its overall objectives and long-range goals.

Effective communication skills, both written and verbal necessary to effectively explain, present, negotiate, advise, and influence all levels of management.

Extensive experience delegating effectively and to lead, motivate, and build complex interdisciplinary teams to work toward programmatic and institutional goals.

Extensive experience managing large-scale projects, supporting large-scale projects led by others, directing technical and project leaders, and ability to deliver results.

Extensive experience sustaining productive relationships with other divisions, directorates, laboratories, NNSA, National Security Enterprise production agencies, other institutions across the DOE and DOD enterprise, and external advisors and reviewers.

Additional Information

Security Clearance: This position requires an active Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance or active Top Secret clearance issued by another U.S. government agency at time of hire.

Pre-Employment Drug Test: External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.

Wireless and Medical Devices: Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area where you are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile device in your possession. This includes, but not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices.

Pre-Placement Medical Exam: A job related pre-placement medical examination may be required.

Equal Employment Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

Reasonable Accommodation Our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please use our online form to submit a request.

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