Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting a Work Authorization Specialist (3609) in Carlsbad, NM.
Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client’s success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense.

Manage all activates associated with incoming and outgoing Work Authorizations (WASs), Inter-Contractor Procurements (ICPs) and other similar actions received from Generator Sites for Generator Site Funding (GSF) and Central Characterization Program (CCP) funding, Duties include:

• Reviewing documenta on for accuracy
• Inputting and updating key data attributes into the WAS Tracking Report
• Routing and tracking documenta on for CBFO and SIMCO approvals
• Resolving/facilitating any issues that may arise
• Transmitting final, signed copies of Work Authorizations to all parties
• Understanding the DOE STARS accounting system and DOE accounting codes
• Ensuring an understanding of DOE requirements related to work authorizations and inter-entity transactions and the proper application of those requirements to the SIMCO contract
• Performing training and developing proficiency with NNSA’s forthcoming Work Authorization system.

Coordinate and communicate with CBFO Budget Execution Analyst and the EM Consolidated Business Center (EMCBC) regarding issuing funding for WAS actions to SIMCO.
Coordinate with EMCBC to assign and ensure accurate DOE budget/accounting codes (lines of accounting) and funding amounts to individual WAS actions by utilizing various reports (e.g., BFADS, R‐110, etc.).
Provide input to the CBFO Budget Execution Analyst for SIMCO Procurement Requests (PRs) that includes accurate Lines of Accounting, work scope summaries, and accurate dollar amounts.
Run Status of Funds reports from the DOE STARS accounting system and provide to the CBFO Budget Execution Analyst to validate adequate funds have been received by CBFO/WIPP for individual WAS actions, as me allows; prepare certifications of funds available for withdrawal for funding allocations related to work authorizations.
Attend bi‐weekly meetings with EMCBC to discuss budget issues related to WASs/ICPs/GSF.
Work with SIMCO personnel and personnel from Generator Sites to discuss and resolve ad hoc issues as needed.
Attend bi‐weekly Integrated Project Team meeting between CBFO and SIMCO and regularly provide updates regarding the status of individual WAS actions.
Respond to requests for information and data from SIMCO and Generator Sites.
Maintain the CBFO WAS Tracking Report (currently an Excel spreadsheet) and the work authorization primary email account.
Maintain complete and accurate documenta on using a reliable electronic filing system.

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in applicable field of study with 25 years of experience in the applicable field, with leadership experience, OR a Ph.D. in a related discipline with 15 years of experience. The combination of education, experience and expertise may vary depending on task or project and may require approval by the Contracting Officer.
Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required.
Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran’s status or any classification protected by applicable state or local law.
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• Reviewing documenta on for accuracy
• Inputting and updating key data attributes into the WAS Tracking Report
• Routing and tracking documenta on for CBFO and SIMCO approvals
• Resolving/facilitating any issues that may arise
• Transmitting final, signed copies of Work Authorizations to all parties
• Understanding the DOE STARS accounting system and DOE accounting codes
• Ensuring an understanding of DOE requirements related to work authorizations and inter-entity transactions and the proper application of those requirements to the SIMCO contract
• Performing training and developing proficiency with NNSA’s forthcoming Work Authorization system