Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
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ProgramAdministrator
“Program Administrator at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. Provide advanced administrative and operational support. Oversee and direct broader administrative operations”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure quality and consistency of support across the administrative team; Ensure timely follow-up and resolution of action items; Support efficient, compliant operations; Enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and responsiveness across the organization; Ensure timely and accurate execution of budgets and activities
Industry & Context.
Resolve complex issues
Active Security Clearance Required, Active DOE Q-level clearance, or active Top-Secret clearance, Handling sensitive and classified information, Pre-Employment Drug Test, Restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas, Pre-Placement Medical Exam
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Active DOE Q-level clearance, or active Top-Secret clearance from another U. S. government agency at time of hire, Experience providing advanced administrative and operational support to senior managers or program leadership in a fast-paced environment, Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex calendars, coordinate high-level meetings, and balance competing priorities using sound judgment, Experience coordinating complex domestic and international travel, meetings, visits, workshops, conferences, and other organizational activities, Experience leading or overseeing administrative operations and coordinating the work of exempt and non-exempt administrative staff, Experience researching, interpreting, and applying organizational policies, procedures, and requirements to resolve administrative and operational issues, Experience managing and overseeing non-reimbursable budgets, awards and recognition activities, and related tracking and processing to ensure timely and accurate execution, Working knowledge and experience with analytical and computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications, and knowledge of handling sensitive and classified information, Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills necessary to interact tactfully and effectively with all levels of personnel, internal and external to the Laboratory, and to explain, negotiate, persuade, and influence action on complex matters
Nice to Have
Associate’s degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of significant education and experience in a business, operational, or organizational area, Experience contributing to management, workforce, business, operational, or strategic planning activities, Comprehensive experience in leading cross-functional projects and implementing improved administrative procedures or systems, Experience managing and overseeing non-reimbursable budgets, awards and recognition activities, and related tracking and processing to ensure timely and accurate execution
What You'll Do.
Provide advanced administrative and operational support
Oversee and direct broader administrative operations
Represent the program in daily administrative matters
Independently manage senior leader calendars
Coordinate complex travel
Prepare and finalize correspondence
and summarize information
Maintain and improve administrative processes
Interpret and apply policies
and security requirements
and continuous improvement of administrative systems
Serve as a key member of the management team
and apply institutional policies
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Coordinate complex administrative and organizational activities; Coordinate complex travel, meetings, visits, conferences, workshops, and special events; Coordinate the work of exempt and non-exempt administrative staff; Participate in workforce, operational, and strategic planning activities; Help align administrative operations with long-range program goals; Lead cross-functional projects
Communication Scope
Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Process & Methodology
Resource planning
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