Administrative Program Specialist

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Handle a wide range of administrative tasks supporting LPMB operations.
• Provide general office and clerical duties in direct support of the LPMB activities.
• Perform HR assistant duties to include in-processing and out-processing of employees and maintaining local employee files with appropriate privacy controls.
• Manage the Logistics Support Site (LSS) access control and badging program.
• Learn and assist with the Light Credentialing system for federal and contractor personnel.
• Prepare background documents and outgoing correspondence as include Contract Drivers files medical checks security clearance processing and Drug and Alcohol testing programs.
• Assist Logistics contractors with time and attendance (time keeping) and Temporary Duty (TDY) travel arrangements.
• Performs records management functions to accurately maintain files in accordance with the Department of Energy (DOE) and Office Secure Transportation (OST) records management and PII policies and procedures.
• Serve as the primary backup to the Logistics Acquisition Specialist.
• Accomplishing tasks and assignments in a professional and timely manner; keeping appropriate members informed regarding the status of tasks and assignments.
• Maintains the Logistics Qualification Training Standards (QTS) and skill set databases and other internal training documentations for the Logistics section.
• Identifying tasks/assignments to be completed; planning and ranking tasks/assignments in order of importance/priority; developing and following a schedule; managing time effectively.
• Remain flexible proactive resourceful and efficient with a high level of professionalism.
• Provide a breakdown of contractor support personnel by role including associated regular and overtime expenses charged to OST.
• Document all materials used during the event (including munitions) and report the cost of consumed items.
• Support the escort and oversight of non-OST visitors including badge issuance and accountability in compliance with Facility Security Plans.
• Submit all contract-related travel requests in advance to the COR/ACOR and ensure compliance with FTR and OST policies.
• Arrange lodging accommodations for supporting personnel during STSs as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent associate degree or higher preferred.
• A minimum of 3yearson-the-job experience in a related position performing administrative duties.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an appropriate DOE security clearance.
• Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate the training schedule.
• Ability to travel for training and other OST business.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including advanced word processing using Microsoft Word as wellasExcel Power Point Outlook and the HSPD 12 system.
• Willingness to work directly with customers in an environment that changesrapidly andrequires occasional long hours.
• Must be self-motivated andhave the ability towork independently.
• Strong analytical and technical writing skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to plan and interact with support personnel.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors degree
• DOE Q/DOD TS clearance

Location:This is a full-time onsite position in Fort Smith Arkansas.

Pay Rate: Pay Rate is determined based on several factors including external market data internal equity and the candidates related knowledge skills and abilities for the position.

About MELE

With over 300 employees and offices in Rockville MD Washington DC and Albuquerque NM MELE is a veteran-owned government contractor empowering its customers with innovative solutions for more than three decades. MELE has team members located across the U.S. and has served more than a hundred countries across hundreds of project locations. The company offers technical engineering and programmatic support expertise to a host of U.S. federal and international agencies including but not limited to the Department of Energy the Department of Defense the Department of Homeland Security the Department of Justice INTERPOL and the International Atomic Energy Agency. MELEs services include national security intelligence IT/cybersecurity facility management and engineering CBRNE defense and nuclear security emergency response training/management and mission and program support.

MELE Associates Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. MELE Associates Inc. is an E-Verify employer.

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