Mission Implementation Specialist

Oak Ridge National Laboratory•Oak Ridge, TN

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About The Position

The Nuclear Nonproliferation Division (NND) at ORNL performs a wide range of scientific, technical, and programmatic activities in all facets of the global nuclear enterprise. This includes nonproliferation project support and management, as well as research and development pertaining to nuclear materials processing, nuclear safeguards and security, security program management, and transportation security of radioactive materials. The Mission Implementation Group within NND is seeking applications for a Mission Implementation Specialist. This role requires the ability to independently support, manage, and direct finance and contracts for domestic and international projects, often involving federal sponsors within the DOE and the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). ORNL's NND focuses on driving technical scope for federal sponsors to reduce the risk of nuclear and radiological terrorism globally by developing technologies and operational expertise that promote nuclear security objectives. The laboratory collaborates with other DOE laboratories and government agencies to provide solutions to domestic and international partners involved in nuclear and radiological material operations, protecting assets from theft and sabotage through interactions with international organizations, government organizations, associations, industry, and academia.

Requirements

BS and two (2) years of relevant experience.
Two (2) years of experience in finance and contract implementation and management.
Experience with SAP, Ariba Microsoft Project/Primavera, Resolution programs, or other similar enterprise application software.

Nice To Haves

Responsibility and responsiveness, ability to work a flexible schedule and travel when needed.
Demonstrated ability to set priorities, meet milestones and remain accountable, regardless of location.
Excellent written communication skills.
Ability to accurately prepare reports and presentations, as well as journal publications.
International nuclear nonproliferation experience with foreign partners
Experience supporting DOE/NNSA

Responsibilities

Coordinate with federal sponsors, international partners, laboratory colleagues and other subject matter experts.
Collaborate with staff and line managers to identify and address challenges to implementation and ensure ORNL delivers impactful products.
Support miscellaneous procurement and project controls activities including, but not limited to, entering purchase requestions, subcontract modifications, funding commitments/de-obligations, miscellaneous ad hoc queries, etc.
Address business needs of the group and section, including organizing miscellaneous data sets as directed.
Analyze data and information to assess the need for, progress, or outcome of project work.
Remain current on all relevant federal and laboratory training requirements related to travel, safety, and security, and maintain a strong commitment to safety.
Maintain and update plans and analysis for each project to contribute to a larger program planning process.
Develop subcontract statements of work and provide technical oversight to subcontracts aligned to assigned projects.
Participate in NND and ORNL programs and initiatives of interest, as well as those required.
Integrate with ORNL project management team and processes. Actively engaged to enhance the lab’s project management capabilities and performance