Federal Government Liaison

Job Number 220435

The Office of the Director of Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is seeking a Federal Government Liaison to work in LANL's Washington, DC Office. The successful applicant will report to the Government Affairs (CGA-GAO) Office Leader. The primary duties of this position are to provide timely, informed reporting and analysis to Laboratory senior management on Congressional and Federal issues impacting the Laboratory. The applicant will also support fulfilling information requests of the Laboratory from both the Legislative and Executive branches of government, and communicate information as directed by senior management. The applicant will work multiple tasks for the Laboratory Director and CGA-GAO, including preparation of issue and position papers, proposals, related research, briefing packages, and input to Congressional requests and senior management Congressional testimony. The position requires the applicant to have excellent time management skills, be able to juggle multiple tasks and requests, detail oriented, and have excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities will also include closely monitoring, understanding, and communicating developments within the Legislative, and Executive branches that impact Laboratory programs and interests. The position will involve interactions with the Department of Energy (DOE), National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), and other Executive Branch departments; the U.S. Congress; and Los Alamos National Security, LLC Partners including the University of California, Bechtel, Babcock & Wilcox Company and URS. In addition, the applicant will act as senior management's liaison to coordinate with Washington, DC, Change of Station (COS) assignees from the Laboratory to maximize information flow.

Key Position Requirements: Position requires an extensive understanding of the Congressional appropriations, authorization, oversight and budget processes. Minimum 5 years experience working on Capitol Hill. Extensive experience working with the National Nuclear Security Administration and U.S. Department of Energy, its organizations and programs. A working knowledge or prior government affairs experience in the broader national security arena, including the intelligence community. Experience in interacting and advising senior level government and laboratory officials, and scientific leaders. Experience in management and oversight of high-level, classified and unclassified meetings and events. Strong oral and 'written communication skills in communications, planning, and scheduling; ability to multitask varied legislative issues and meet extremely tight deadlines. Proven track record in using good judgment to deal with confidential and sensitive issues. Familiarity with NM political issues, and Congressional Delegation.

Job Description

Summary

Functions as a member of a management team as an advisor in the planning, coordination, and/or management of scientific/technical and/or programmatic activities.

Has wide-ranging experience, uses professional concepts and Laboratory objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways. Frequently contributes to the development of new theories and methods. Considered expert in field within the organization. Develops resolutions to complex problems that require the frequent use of creativity and where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Work is accomplished without considerable direction. May coordinate activities of other personnel. Exerts significant latitude in determining objectives of assignment, and determines the methods and procedures needed for new assignments.

NOTE: This function is most closely related to the advisement of senior and executive managers on a variety of issues, processes, policies, procedures, and the overall implementation and/or management of scientific/technical and/or programmatic activities.

For functions more closely related to the professional administrative management of business, operational, and/or programmatic activities, see:

Chief of Staff

Job Duties

1. Safety and security are a primary responsibility for all Laboratory employees. Maintains required safety and security training, assures safety and security compliance, and makes safety and security an integral part of every task, including taking the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security.

2. Provides high-level advice and support to management for a variety of issues related to scientific/technical and/or programmatic activities, typically requiring broad experience and the use of professional concepts and Laboratory objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways.

3. Participates in short- and long-term strategic and tactical planning to address complex problems that require the frequent use of creativity and where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors.

4. Functions as a member of a division-level management team by analyzing and developing options for major decisions impacting multiple business units with implications affecting large or complex organizations spanning broad areas across the Laboratory.

5. Participates in the development of organizational objectives by identifying key issues and concerns, and recommending and possibly leading specific actions for scientific/technical and/or programmatic initiatives to achieve those objectives.

6. Exerts significant latitude in determining responses to Institutional action items and proposed policies, procedures, and processes.

7. Without considerable direction, serves as a liaison to external agencies and organizations, including representing the division on special-purpose Laboratory teams and in discussions with other Laboratory organizations, customers, and other DOE sites.

8. Has authority to act on behalf of and/or represent management on activities and committees, including leading limited-life, special-purpose teams chartered to address a specific issue or requirements.

9. May orient and/or mentor managers and senior staff.

10. Drafts presentations and supporting papers to represent organizational capabilities, accomplishments, plans, etc.

11. Maintains and shares current knowledge of Laboratory, Department of Energy (DOE), and/or National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) missions, policies, practices, and critical issues to ensure effective networking, reference, consistency, and compliance.

12. May develop and implement communication strategies.

13. May direct the administration of assigned staff, which may include directing assignments in support of scientific/technical and/or programmatic initiatives and/or deliverables.

14. Understands and adheres to all Laboratory and industry regulatory guidance and governance specific to scientific/technical, programmatic, business, and/or operational policies and procedures.

15. Ensures all results, materials, processes, and final products meet quality specifications and are completed according to established requirements.

16. Fosters a mutually respectful work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.

Job Knowledge

Advanced knowledge of and successfully demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas: Physical Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Life Sciences, Earth Sciences, Information and Computing Sciences, Engineering and Technology, Threat Reduction, Environmental Controls and Compliance, Health and Safety, Security, Facility and Manufacturing Operations, Government, Community, or Public Relations connected to scientific/technical programs

Advanced knowledge of and successfully demonstrated experience conducting research; analyzing complex issues; developing and evaluating alternatives; and determining solutions on issues affecting scientific/technical and/or programmatic oversight.

Advanced knowledge of and successfully demonstrated experience supporting compliance with legal, regulatory, or national standards requirements necessary for successful execution of scientific/technical, and/or programmatic activities.

Advanced knowledge of and successfully demonstrated experience strategizing, planning, developing, implementing, and managing innovation and process improvements.

Advanced knowledge of and successfully demonstrated experience solving inter and intra organizational performance issues through effective communication, team building, and scientific/technical and/or programmatic improvements.

Ability to function as a member of an executive management team, to work effectively with all levels of internal and external personnel, and to gain consensus, build teams, and resolve conflicts.

Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.

Advanced knowledge of Laboratory business, operational, and programmatic missions, goals, commitments, and critical issues.

Advanced knowledge of the Laboratory's organizational structure, and governing and implementing policies, procedures, and instructions.

Education

An advanced degree is typically required for this function and level.

Direction

A. Supervision Received - Receives functional and operational direction from a Division Leader (Manager 6).

B. Supervision Exercised -Provides guidance and advises management and other subject matter experts on a variety of topics. May serve as an informal leader and/or coordinate the work of assigned staff.

C. Contacts - Regular contact with all levels of Laboratory staff and management to assist and advise on key scientific/technical and/or programmatic activities. Regular contact with sources and affiliates external to the Laboratory on a variety of matters.

This description is not intended to be a complete statement of every aspect of the position, but rather to act as a guide to the essential functions to be performed. Assigned functions of this job may vary, and other duties and responsibilities may be assigned or changed at the discretion of management.

Notes To Applicants

BA (MA Preferred) degree in Public Administration, Government, Political Science or related field or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Pre-Employment Drug Test

The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a pre-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.

Clearance

Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter.

Government Conflict of Interest

To ensure that you and LANL avoid any potential conflicts of interest, all current/former Government Officials must read and respond, if applicable, to the LANL Applicant Disclosure Form located in the job description at: http://www.hr.lanl.gov/JobListing/SingleJobAd.aspx?JobNumber=220435

To Apply

For the full job description and to apply on-line go to: http://www.hr.lanl.gov/JobListing/SingleJobAd.aspx?JobNumber=220435

Contact

For specific questions about the status of this job, call (505)665-1175

SOURCE: PUBLIC AFFAIRS COUNCIL 10/04/10


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	Job Number 220435 The Office of the Director of Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is seeking a Federal Government Liaison to work in LANL's Washington, DC Office. The successful applicant will report to the Government Affairs (CGA-GAO) Office Leader. The primary duties of this position are to provide timely, informed reporting and analysis to Laboratory senior management on Congressional and Federal issues impacting the Laboratory. The applicant will also support fulfilling information requests of the Laboratory from both the Legislative and Executive branches of government, and communicate information as directed by senior management. The applicant will work multiple tasks for the Laboratory Director and CGA-GAO, including preparation of issue and position papers, proposals, related research, briefing packages, and input to Congressional requests and senior management Congressional testimony. The position requires the applicant to have excellent time management skills, be able to juggle multiple tasks and requests, detail oriented, and have excellent organizational skills. Responsibilities will also include closely monitoring, understanding, and communicating developments within the Legislative, and Executive branches that impact Laboratory programs and interests. The position will involve interactions with the Department of Energy (DOE), National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), and other Executive Branch departments; the U.S. Congress; and Los Alamos National Security, LLC Partners including the University of California, Bechtel, Babcock & Wilcox Company and URS. In addition, the applicant will act as senior management's liaison to coordinate with Washington, DC, Change of Station (COS) assignees from the Laboratory to maximize information flow. Key Position Requirements: Position requires an extensive understanding of the Congressional appropriations, authorization, oversight and budget processes. Minimum 5 years experience working on Capitol Hill. Extensive experience working with the National Nuclear Security Administration and U.S. Department of Energy, its organizations and programs. A working knowledge or prior government affairs experience in the broader national security arena, including the intelligence community. Experience in interacting and advising senior level government and laboratory officials, and scientific leaders. Experience in management and oversight of high-level, classified and unclassified meetings and events. Strong oral and 'written communication skills in communications, planning, and scheduling; ability to multitask varied legislative issues and meet extremely tight deadlines. Proven track record in using good judgment to deal with confidential and sensitive issues. Familiarity with NM political issues, and Congressional Delegation. Job Description Summary Functions as a member of a management team as an advisor in the planning, coordination, and/or management of scientific/technical and/or programmatic activities. Has wide-ranging experience, uses professional concepts and Laboratory objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways. Frequently contributes to the development of new theories and methods. Considered expert in field within the organization. Develops resolutions to complex problems that require the frequent use of creativity and where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. Work is accomplished without considerable direction. May coordinate activities of other personnel. Exerts significant latitude in determining objectives of assignment, and determines the methods and procedures needed for new assignments. NOTE: This function is most closely related to the advisement of senior and executive managers on a variety of issues, processes, policies, procedures, and the overall implementation and/or management of scientific/technical and/or programmatic activities. For functions more closely related to the professional administrative management of business, operational, and/or programmatic activities, see: Chief of Staff Job Duties 1. Safety and security are a primary responsibility for all Laboratory employees. Maintains required safety and security training, assures safety and security compliance, and makes safety and security an integral part of every task, including taking the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security. 2. Provides high-level advice and support to management for a variety of issues related to scientific/technical and/or programmatic activities, typically requiring broad experience and the use of professional concepts and Laboratory objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways. 3. Participates in short- and long-term strategic and tactical planning to address complex problems that require the frequent use of creativity and where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. 4. Functions as a member of a division-level management team by analyzing and developing options for major decisions impacting multiple business units with implications affecting large or complex organizations spanning broad areas across the Laboratory. 5. Participates in the development of organizational objectives by identifying key issues and concerns, and recommending and possibly leading specific actions for scientific/technical and/or programmatic initiatives to achieve those objectives. 6. Exerts significant latitude in determining responses to Institutional action items and proposed policies, procedures, and processes. 7. Without considerable direction, serves as a liaison to external agencies and organizations, including representing the division on special-purpose Laboratory teams and in discussions with other Laboratory organizations, customers, and other DOE sites. 8. Has authority to act on behalf of and/or represent management on activities and committees, including leading limited-life, special-purpose teams chartered to address a specific issue or requirements. 9. May orient and/or mentor managers and senior staff. 10. Drafts presentations and supporting papers to represent organizational capabilities, accomplishments, plans, etc. 11. Maintains and shares current knowledge of Laboratory, Department of Energy (DOE), and/or National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) missions, policies, practices, and critical issues to ensure effective networking, reference, consistency, and compliance. 12. May develop and implement communication strategies. 13. May direct the administration of assigned staff, which may include directing assignments in support of scientific/technical and/or programmatic initiatives and/or deliverables. 14. Understands and adheres to all Laboratory and industry regulatory guidance and governance specific to scientific/technical, programmatic, business, and/or operational policies and procedures. 15. Ensures all results, materials, processes, and final products meet quality specifications and are completed according to established requirements. 16. Fosters a mutually respectful work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. Job Knowledge Advanced knowledge of and successfully demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas: Physical Sciences, Chemical Sciences, Life Sciences, Earth Sciences, Information and Computing Sciences, Engineering and Technology, Threat Reduction, Environmental Controls and Compliance, Health and Safety, Security, Facility and Manufacturing Operations, Government, Community, or Public Relations connected to scientific/technical programs Advanced knowledge of and successfully demonstrated experience conducting research; analyzing complex issues; developing and evaluating alternatives; and determining solutions on issues affecting scientific/technical and/or programmatic oversight. Advanced knowledge of and successfully demonstrated experience supporting compliance with legal, regulatory, or national standards requirements necessary for successful execution of scientific/technical, and/or programmatic activities. Advanced knowledge of and successfully demonstrated experience strategizing, planning, developing, implementing, and managing innovation and process improvements. Advanced knowledge of and successfully demonstrated experience solving inter and intra organizational performance issues through effective communication, team building, and scientific/technical and/or programmatic improvements. Ability to function as a member of an executive management team, to work effectively with all levels of internal and external personnel, and to gain consensus, build teams, and resolve conflicts. Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills. Advanced knowledge of Laboratory business, operational, and programmatic missions, goals, commitments, and critical issues. Advanced knowledge of the Laboratory's organizational structure, and governing and implementing policies, procedures, and instructions. Education An advanced degree is typically required for this function and level. Direction A. Supervision Received - Receives functional and operational direction from a Division Leader (Manager 6). B. Supervision Exercised -Provides guidance and advises management and other subject matter experts on a variety of topics. May serve as an informal leader and/or coordinate the work of assigned staff. C. Contacts - Regular contact with all levels of Laboratory staff and management to assist and advise on key scientific/technical and/or programmatic activities. Regular contact with sources and affiliates external to the Laboratory on a variety of matters. This description is not intended to be a complete statement of every aspect of the position, but rather to act as a guide to the essential functions to be performed. Assigned functions of this job may vary, and other duties and responsibilities may be assigned or changed at the discretion of management. Notes To Applicants BA (MA Preferred) degree in Public Administration, Government, Political Science or related field or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Pre-Employment Drug Test The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a pre-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Clearance Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. Government Conflict of Interest To ensure that you and LANL avoid any potential conflicts of interest, all current/former Government Officials must read and respond, if applicable, to the LANL Applicant Disclosure Form located in the job description at: http://www.hr.lanl.gov/JobListing/SingleJobAd.aspx?JobNumber=220435 To Apply For the full job description and to apply on-line go to: http://www.hr.lanl.gov/JobListing/SingleJobAd.aspx?JobNumber=220435 Contact For specific questions about the status of this job, call (505)665-1175 SOURCE: PUBLIC AFFAIRS COUNCIL 10/04/10	Newest Members EZCORP Inc. Bristol-Myers Squibb See3 Communications GlaxoSmithKline Advocacy Associates National Hospice & Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) Manufacturer & Business Association eOutreach Smithfield Foods Click here for our full member directory.
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