IDEAL Workforce Program Coordinator

Description

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a IDEAL Workforce Program Coordinator to work in our IDEAL Workforce department. Our team works a 9x80 schedule located out of our REC facility with every other Friday off. You will report to the Senior Manager over the IDEAL Workforce Programs Office.

National and Homeland Security Directorate is looking for a team member to assist with workforce development initiatives to optimize and coordinate internships and fellowships in addition to several programs, initiatives and development activities for the N&HS Directorate as well as interface with other lab areas including the Talent Acquisition, Research Excellence and other directorates with related mission goals.

Responsibilities Include:

• As an individual contributor N&HS IDEAL Workforce Program Development: Establish and maintain relationships with INL, N&HS department managers to increase overall participation in IDEAL Workforce activities
• Mentor: Engage with project and department managers to help identify mentors; support mentors through the complete internship and fellowship experience, throughout the Release, Return, Extend, or Hire (RREH) process.
• Internship/Fellowships:  Coordinate intern and fellow selection, placements, engagements; oversee intern and fellow experiences for programs within N&HS from selection and onboarding throughout the RREH process.
• Enrichments: Facilitate inclusive enrichment activities for interns, fellows, and mentors focused on important areas of developmental interest within N&SH as identified by the IDEAL Workforce Program Manager and Division Directors, may partner with Talent Acquisition (TA) staff, Research Excellence (RE) and K-12 to align activities.
• Data: Develop intern and mentor reporting and tracking methods; use software tools to appropriately to implementing the RREH process for assigned work group, respond to ad hoc data requests and support program and project reporting.
• Support university collaboration and outreach; socialize N&HS opportunities with appropriate contacts and encouraging participation in N&HS outreach events, IDEAL University Days, TA engagements.
• Communications Coordination: Coordinate with N&HS staff to create inclusive material that showcases the IDEAL Workforce Programs department, internship programs, engagements opportunities; develop and distribute quarterly newsletter along with IDEAL team members; and other materials to facilitate job responsibilities.
• Conduct independent research on specific mission areas and establish correlations to universities, majors, and degree programs.
• Build positive connections with peers, including excellent communication, conflict resolution, and team building skills.
• Support the N&HS Capstone and Joint Appointment programs.
• This position closes on: 10/2/24

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements: 

• Bachelor's degree and 2-5 relevant years or a Masters degree 0-2 relevant years; or in lieu of degree 8-11 years relevant experience.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "Q" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.
• Experience with internships and fellowships at US national laboratories, universities, military, or federal agencies.
• Experience effectively working and communicate with people from various careers, majors, educational levels and diverse backgrounds.
• Experience with workforce development type engagements with universities, including HBCUs and MSIs, military programs and underrepresented professional societies that encourage and support IDEAL philosophies.
• Knowledge of military programs such as DoD Skillbridge, DoD-STEM, Military Fellows Program and Hiring Our Heroes.
• Knowledge of data collection, sorting and processing systems, managing files and records, designing forms and presentation material, and workforce terminology.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Knowledge and an understanding of hiring and onboarding processes.
• Knowledge of INL National & Homeland Security missions, specifically Nuclear Nonproliferation, Defense Systems, Critical Infrastructure.

Job Information: 

• The pay range for this position is: Level 2 ($63,528 - $130,284) / Level 3 ($75,804 - $155,496). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• You are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.
• Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy’s mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,000 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation’s nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.

INL Mission
Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision
Our vision is to change the world’s energy future and secure our nation’s critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements
To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Women and People of Color are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Reasonable Accommodation
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Other Information
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