Personnel Security Coordinator

Idaho National Laboratory•Idaho Falls, ID
•$26 - $43

About The Position

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Personnel Security Coordinator to support security protocols for its nuclear research and national security initiatives. The role manages personnel clearance processes and access controls, including pre-employment background screening, Human Reliability Program (HRP) certification and clearance processes, badge and permit issuance, visitor access, international colleague access, and HSPD-12 enrollment and activation. The coordinator reviews governmental and clearance forms, maintains records and individual HRP files, supports drug and alcohol testing, distributes program information, responds to inquiries, assists with program systems and reporting, and provides on-the-job training to other program personnel. This is a testing designated position requiring a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing during employment. The stated pay ranges are Level 3: $22.93–$37.82 and Level 4: $26.36–$43.48; compensation decisions consider education, relevant experience, and other credentials. A preferred internal candidate has been identified, but qualified internal candidates are welcome to apply. The employer does not sponsor H-1B visas obtained outside the United States.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent and 4 years of relevant experience for Level 3.
  • High school diploma or equivalent and 6 years of relevant experience for Level 4.
  • U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DOE) Q security clearance.
  • Experience and efficiency with the current INL communications platform, such as the Office 365 suite.
  • Experience and efficiency in database user functions.

Responsibilities

  • Initiate pre-employment background screening and perform initial and annual Human Reliability Program certification processes as assigned.
  • Issue security badges and permits, and enter data into INL access control systems.
  • Maintain badge issuance documentation for INL employees and subcontractors, and ensure inactive and lost badges are removed from the system.
  • Manage U.S. visitor access.
  • Facilitate international colleague reviews and access.
  • Perform HSPD-12 enrollment and activation functions.
  • Review governmental, clearance, and HSPD-12 forms for completeness and accuracy before submission to DOE.
  • Distribute program information to customers and collaborators.
  • Maintain documentation of administrator processes and assist with program reports.
  • Provide reports to Counterintelligence and maintain individual HRP files.
  • Facilitate drug and alcohol testing and related documentation.
  • Perform clearance processes for HRP personnel.
  • Assist the system administrator for Personnel Security programs and systems.
  • Respond as directed to incoming Personnel Security or HRP ServiceID emails.
  • Complete other Personnel Security projects and support tasks.
  • Provide on-the-job training for other program personnel.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match for regular positions
  • Paid time off (personal leave)
  • Employee Education Program tuition assistance for eligible positions
  • Comprehensive relocation package
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