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Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Operations Support Specialist II to contribute to our mission supporting our work at Los Alamos National Laboratory in Los Alamos, NM.

L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts.

L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Operations Support Specialist 2 provides comprehensive administrative and operational support to technical, project management, and business functions within the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). This role ensures daily operations, document control, and communication workflows are executed efficiently, securely, and in compliance with DOE and LANL procedural standards. The position supports teams working in a complex, highly regulated environment requiring confidentiality, accuracy, and multitasking across multiple priorities.

Key Responsibilities

•       Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to project, engineering, and functional team;
•        Prepare, track, and maintain controlled documentation, correspondence, and deliverables in accordance with LANL and DOE standards (including CUI and Records Management requirements);
•        Coordinate scheduling, meeting logistics, and action tracking to ensure project milestones are met;
•        Support document routing, approval workflows, and version control through designated LANL systems; 
•        Assist with audits, readiness reviews, and records validation activities to support operational compliance;
•        Monitor inventory, order office and technical supplies, and support materials management activities as needed;
•        Serve as a liaison between departments to ensure timely communication, task execution, and issue resolution;
•        Uphold security awareness, confidentiality, and professionalism in all LANL-related communications and documentation.
  
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of experience in administrative, compliance, or operational support roles within regulated or technical industries;
• Demonstrated experience managing documentation, scheduling, and workflow tracking across multiple stakeholders;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and document management systems;
• Strong communication skills and ability to interface effectively with multidisciplinary teams;
• Experience working under compliance frameworks such as HIPAA, FINRA, SEC, or CUI (transferable to DOE environments);
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-Clearance;
• Ability to work in a diverse work environment;
•  Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening in accordance with Federal requirements (details below);
• Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.
  
  

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience supporting DOE, NNSA, or National Laboratory operations;
• Familiarity with LANL systems, controlled document processes, or Records Management standards (DOE O 243.1);
• Knowledge of procurement coordination, inventory tracking, and materials management.

LOCATION

• Los Alamos, NM

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING

Please note that marijuana remains a Schedule I controlled substance under Federal Law. Federal contractors must follow Federal drug-free workplace rules, which prohibit marijuana use, even if medical or recreational use is permitted under State Law.   

SALARY AND BENEFITS

As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more.

L&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.