NIF&PS Administrative Specialist

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Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States’ security? Come join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place.

We are dedicated to fostering a culture that values individuals, talents, partnerships, ideas, experiences, and different perspectives, recognizing their importance to the continued success of the Laboratory’s mission.

Pay Range:

$37.25 - $44.72 Hourly

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting; pay will not be below any applicable local minimum wage.  An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

We have multiple openings for an Administrative Specialist.  This work will take place within the National Ignition Facility & Photon Science (NIF&PS) Directorate, home to the world’s most energetic laser.  It is an exciting time to join the team that achieved fusion ignition in December 2022, a historic moment in science, opening new physics regimes and setting the stage for new fusion energy possibilities.

Under minimal supervision, you will perform a full range of moderately difficult task-oriented administrative assignments in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. This requires flexibility to multi-task as you will encounter frequent interruptions and be tasked with conflicting priorities. There are two openings available: one will provide support to the Optics & Materials Science & Technology (OMST) Organization and the other will support the High Energy Density, Science & Technology (HEDT) Program within the NIF&PS Directorate.

In this role you will

• Represent management and serve as a resource in daily routine matters; serve as a resource on organizational policies and procedures.
• Coordinate, gather, and compile data from various sources and prepare complex reports and presentations.
• Independently answer inquiries, make appropriate referrals, follow through on requests; review, prioritize, and disseminate incoming mail.
• Manage complex calendars which includes independently scheduling appointments.
• Establish and maintain databases, spreadsheets, and tracking/filing systems.
• Coordinate internal and external campus visits, which may include classified parameters, preparation of agendas, coordinating schedules, coordinating interviews and seminars, foreign national paperwork, badge requests, incoming and outgoing clearance transfers, and other involved information dissemination.
• Coordinate onsite and/or virtual interviews, including correspondence, agendas, compiling, and disseminating interview comment sheets for review by committee.
• Arrange domestic and foreign travel, itineraries, and process expense reports.
• Generate correspondence on own initiative and compose correspondence for management signature which may be sensitive in nature. Serve as a resource and interpret organizational policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship.
• Advanced administrative knowledge and experience including accurate keyboarding, editing, grammar, and proofreading skills; advanced knowledge of office procedures, techniques, and methods.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, accuracy and follow through.
• Advanced experience working under minimal supervision, in an environment of rapidly changing priorities, deadlines, and frequent interruptions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills necessary to interact with a diverse workforce and represent the organization with all levels of management, internal and external to the Laboratory, using tact, diplomacy, and discretion.
• Advanced experience with problem-solving and decision-making skills to identify and make recommendations for administrative problems.
• Ability to be self-motivated and flexible, exercising discretion and mature judgment in handling business sensitive and/or classified information, as well as personnel interactions.
• Advanced computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office Suite, database and calendaring software, and the ability to learn new software quickly.
• Experience arranging domestic and/or foreign travel.
• Experience organizing conferences, workshops, and large meetings, which may include classified information.

Qualifications we desire

• Knowledge of LLNL administrative policies, procedures, techniques, and methods.
• Experience working in a classified environment and handling classified documents.
• Experience working in SmartRecruiters, FileMaker Pro, and Windchill.
• Experience with the following LLNL systems: LEAP, Concur CWT, ePay, eCaps, FTS, and VTS.

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Position Information

This is a Career Indefinite position, open to Lab employees and external candidates.

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

• Included in 2025 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor!
• Flexible Benefits Package
• 401(k)
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
• Our values - visit https://www.llnl.gov/inclusion/our-values 

Security Clearance

This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance.  If you are selected, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing.  Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship. 

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

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If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas.  Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings.

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