Administrative Assistant - Security

Be part of the nations only repository for the disposal of nuclear waste known as Transuranic (TRU) waste.

Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as an Administrative Assistant - Security and join our team to support our government customer in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

The successful candidates will support the Security department in a number of administrative tasks. They will perform routine administrative duties including answering phones, making travel arrangements, scheduling meetings, assisting with internal and external correspondence, coordinating records, tracking commitments, updating calendars, and preparing reports. Security-specific administrative tasks will include:

• Coordinate the procurement, issuance, documentation, and return of Protective Force uniforms
• Conduct Visitor Badging/Site Access Control & Associated Paperwork
• Security Records Review, Filing, and Disposition
• Coordinate Security Training and Travel and Prepare Associated Expense Authorizations/Reports
• Act as Office Warden/Property Administrator/Area Landlord
• Prepare, Track, and Submit Official Correspondence
• Procure goods and services using government P-card as well as through the purchase requisition program
• Other duties as assigned by Security Management

The position requires ability to interact professionally with multiple levels of management, employees, and job applicants. Must exercise good judgement, discretion, and professionalism in all matters.

Non-Exempt Salary Grade (24-26)

Minimum Requirements: These requirements must be met to be considered for this posting. Uploaded resumes and completed applications are the means of determination.

• Associates degree with two (2) years of experience, or
• High School diploma or Equivalency with four (4) years of experience is required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.

Must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

Preferred Requirements:

• Preference given to those candidates that have experience in physical security and or badging.
• Experience dealing with sensitive data is preferred (OUO/PII).
• Knowledge of DOE Security is desired.
• Previous WIPP experience is a plus.

Starting salary $50,931 per year *

*Base salary will be dependent upon candidate's background (i.e. education and experience)

EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

If you are an applicant with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the abilityor unable to usethe online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact (575) 234-8405 or email wipprecruiting@wipp.ws for assistance. Upon receipt of this information, we will respond to you promptly to obtain more information about your request.

Reviews, and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4, will be conducted by SIMCO and a background investigation by the Federal government may be required to obtain an access authorization prior to employment, and subsequent reinvestigations may be required.