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What You Will Do

This position will be filled at either the Packaging Specialist 1 or Packaging Specialist 2 level, depending on the skills and experience of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.

The Hazardous Material Shipper is a Packaging Specialist position in the Packaging and Transportation group (LOG-PT) of the Logistics Division. As a team member of the Hazardous Materials Shipping Team, you will support Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) programs with hazardous material shipping needs and will serve as an alternate POC for hazardous material shipping/receiving operations, MBA activities and vault custodian operations.

Packaging Specialist 1 ($63,200 - $99,000)

The selected candidate will: prepare hazardous material shipments ensuring they are compliant with Department of Energy Orders, Department of Transportation regulations, and/or International Civil Aviation Organization regulations; segregate shipments of hazardous materials in accordance with DOT, FMCSR and DOE orders; operate a forklift; have the ability to obtain all the requirements to become an authorized shipper; have the ability to follow policies and procedures without compromising safety and security. This individual will also need to be familiar with handling classified material.

Packaging Specialist 2 ($69,500 - $110,300)

In addition to what was outlined above, at this level, you will be able identify potential risks and mitigate strategies and corrective actions to shipping activities; providing advice and consultation to programs to ensure hazardous materials are compliant and safe to ship; mentor junior hazardous materials shipping employees and assist with their training to become authorized shippers; assist with developing procedures; participate as a key member of assessment teams. This will include overseeing of day-to-day activities, ensuring compliance with all policies, procedures, and regulations. Safety and Security are a primary responsibility for all Laboratory employees.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Previous or current authorization to ship hazardous materials on behalf of LANL, or equivalent training and experience in the private sector
• Current or easily obtainable, Department of Transportation Hazardous Material Shipping Training and/or International Air Transport Association regulations training
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of D.O.E. orders that govern transportation
• Experience with logistical requirements of arranging a shipment
• Working knowledge of computer systems
• Ability to obtain hazardous authorized shipper certification
• Ability to obtain a CDL with hazardous material endorsement
• Ability to obtain DPR authorities
• Intermediate math skills

Additional Job Requirements for Packaging Specialist 2:

• Ability to develop and nurture effective internal customer relationships
• Knowledge of and demonstrated experience of technical and/or operational work in a shipping organization that handles all hazardous class and non-hazardous shipping and receiving
• Knowledge of the technical and operational discipline of hazardous and non-hazardous shipping
• Knowledge of regulatory and Laboratory requirements related to hazardous and non-hazardous shipping including 49 CFR, IATA, and DOT
• Working knowledge of authorization requirements for various hazardous material packaging
• Demonstrated experience in developing and nurturing effective customer relationships with every level of personnel, including management and Federal oversight
• Experience with developing shipping policy in collaboration with other shipping organizations to ensure compliant hazardous materials shipping, packaging, and handling
• Thorough knowledge of integrated safety and security programs
• Advanced math skills

Education/Experience at lower level 1: Position requires a minimum of 2 years related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Education/Experience at higher level 2: Position requires an associate's degree and 5 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

This position may be subject to DOE Order 426.2, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities. This DOE Order establishes entry-level requirements to ensure employees in the positions can successfully perform the requirements of the job.

Desired Qualifications:

• Current authorization to ship all classes of hazardous materials and nuclear materials, including special nuclear materials (SNM) on behalf of LANL, or equivalent training and experience in the private sector.
• Knowledge and authorization in the use of the Material Accountability and Safeguards System (MASS) in performance of Nuclear Material transfer activities.
• Experience or knowledge with Traffic / Shipping operations within a D.O.E / NNSA contractors' facility
• Familiarity with computer-based Business Systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of LANL programs, sites, and facilities
• Working knowledge of facility processes and operations
• Working knowledge of DOE orders, specifically those that govern transportation and information security.
• Working knowledge of materials management policies and procedures.
• Active Q clearance
• Current CDL with hazardous materials endorsement

Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation): Vision, speech and hearing; General physical mobility; General work environment; Chemical environment; Protective clothing & environment

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

Position Commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.

Note to Applicants: Along with your resume, please include a detailed cover letter explaining how you meet each of the minimum requirements and any of the desired qualifications.
Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50-mile radius)

Additional Details

Directive 206.2: Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Clearance: Q (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* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.

• Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

426.2: This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities, which establishes entry-level requirements to ensure candidates selected for specific positions can successfully perform the requirements of the job.

New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.

Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal 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 1-505-664-6947 option 2 and then option 3.