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Los Alamos National Laboratory

Operational Support Specialist 1/2

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

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Overview Title:

Operational Support Specialist 1/2

Location:

Los Alamos, NM

Salary:

Operations Support Specialist 1: $59,200 – $91,600; Operations Support Specialist 2: $71,200 – $112,900

The Nuclear Materials Science Group (MST-16) is seeking an energetic, customer‑focused individual to serve as an integral part of our organization. The successful candidate will provide operational support to MST-16 colleagues and integration across support organizations.

Responsibilities

Support for meeting coverage including shift operations, plan of the day/week, Operations Integration Center planning, shipping, etc.

Walk‑down support for operations within Nuclear Facilities.

Serve as a Designated Procurement Representative/Professional Buyer (DPR) and/or Subcontract Technical Representative (STR) and Administrative Subcontract Technical Representative (ADSTR).

Provide support for MRP required activities.

Provide logistical support for on‑site interviews.

Obtain and maintain Fissile Material Handling and Glovebox Operator requirements (level 2).

Provide logistical support and coordination for nuclear material shipments (level 2).

Provide support for sample coordination, planning, disposition, and consolidation (level 2).

Qualifications

Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; strong customer service and team‑working skills.

Knowledge of the Laboratory’s security and safety policies, practices, and procedures.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively under pressure of deadlines, interruptions, and changing priorities, and to follow multiple tasks to completion.

Knowledge of government procurement regulations, policies, and practices.

Demonstrated experience in decision making, organizing and prioritizing tasks, and taking initiative.

Ability to obtain a Q‑Clearance and HRP certification, which typically requires U.S. citizenship.

Education Level 1: Associates degree in a relevant field and two years of relevant experience (or equivalent).

Education Level 2: Associates degree in a relevant field and four years of directly related experience (or equivalent).

Desired qualifications: Knowledge of the Laboratory’s security and safety policies, practices, and procedures.

Benefits

PPO or high‑deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network

Dental and vision insurance

Free basic life and disability insurance

Paid maternity and parental leave

Award‑winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)

Learning opportunities and tuition assistance

Flexible schedules and time off (paid sick, vacation, and holidays)

Onsite gyms and wellness programs

Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50‑mile radius)

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

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 spouse 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.

Clearance Background investigation: The position requires a Q clearance and may require additional access authorization. The 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. U.S. citizenship is generally required.

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