Location: Oak Ridge, TN
Job Title: Strategic Priorities Specialist 16328 
Career Level From: Specialist
Career Level To: Senior Specialist 
Organization: Site Strategies (51434255)
Job Specialty: Production Projects 
 

What You'll Do

Basic Function of Position:
This position plays a key role in supporting the Site Strategies department by leading high-impact projects that advance strategic, data-driven decision-making across the Y-12 site. The Strategic Priorities Specialist will have expertise in one or more of the following areas: strategic planning and prioritization, workforce modernization, and space management. They will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies, programs, and initiatives that optimize operations, enhance efficiency, and support the achievement of site-wide mission deliverables.

 

Core Responsibilities and Deliverables:
Each Strategic Priorities Specialist will be assigned primary responsibilities in one of the three areas (Strategic Prioritization, Workforce Modernization, or Space Management) based on their expertise and the department's needs. They will also be assigned secondary responsibilities in the other areas to support cross-functional collaboration and knowledge sharing.

 

Strategic Prioritization:

Support the development of the integrated Master Site Prioritization Plan, and provide critical updates to various levels of Y-12 management Cross-functionally collaborate with stakeholder organizations to the Master Site Prioritization Plan Work closely with the Strategic Data Solutions team to help identify opportunities to provide strategic support in visual management, data science, and technology improvements Identify schedule and resource conflicts across the site, understand the future impacts, and make recommendations to address potential resulting risks

 

Workforce Modernization:

Develop and implement a scalable Workforce Modernization program designed to enhance pre-employment and onboarding activities, standardize and strengthen workforce preparation and readiness, and optimize career development for Y-12 employees Partner with Human Resources to ensure recruitment for needed skill sets within Y-12 are being met and secured Develop and maintain a metrics suite in support of the overarching Workforce Modernization Program to include Onboarding, Workforce Readiness, and Fissile Material Handling tracking Integrate with the Master Site Prioritization Plan to ensure future workforce mission success

 

Space Management:

Implement and sustain a Space Management program that promotes efficient building and office space planning and utilization that is procedurally and data-driven Maintain Y30-022, Space Management for the Y-12 National Security Complex, in accordance with up-to-date business rules, policies, and procedures Develop and maintain a digital workflow that streamlines the office space request process and provides a single repository for data access and analytics Propose placement and relocation solutions for the workforce that help organizations maintain continuity of operations Provide a readily available platform for stakeholders (i.e., managers, building managers, and employees) to locate procedures and tools that drive the Space Management program

 

What You Can Expect Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global securityTop-notch, dedicated colleaguesGenerous pay and benefits with a stable organizationCareer advancement and professional development programsWork-life balance fostered through flexible work options and wellness initiativesMinimum Job Requirements Bachelor's degree: Minimum 4 years of relevant experience OR Master's degree: Minimum 3 years of relevant experience OR PhD Twelve (12) or more years of education and/or relevant experience may be considered to satisfy educational and years-of-experience requirements for this posting Typical experience ranging from 7 to 10 years

 

Preferred Job Requirements Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication, interpersonal, and facilitation skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Experience in strategic planning, project management, program management, and/or data analysis Previous experience working within Y-12 or in a nuclear or national security environment is a plus Proficiency with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau), project management software (e.g., MS Project), and collaboration platforms (e.g., SharePoint)
 

 

Why Y-12? You get #morethanajob. We encourage employees to achieve a healthy personal balance among home, work and the community. One of the ways we embrace work-life balance is by offering flexible work arrangements that provide alternatives to the traditional workweek, while still meeting business needs. Top talent and personal commitment mean more to our success than any other factors, so we reward our people with the kinds of benefits that make a positive difference in the quality of their lives. Benefits such as: medical plan, prescription drug plan, vision plan, dental plan, employer matched 401(k) savings plan, disability coverage, education reimbursement and many more. Want to stay healthy and fit but hate the cost of a gym membership? Take advantage of one of our onsite workout facilities and eat healthy in our onsite cafeterias. Much more than a workplace, at Y-12, you can build a career that lasts a lifetime.Notes The minimum education and experience for the lowest career level in the job posting range are listed under Minimum Job Requirements. Successful candidates hired into a higher career level than the minimum in the range must meet the requirements listed in the job leveling charts for the career level into which they are being hired.

 

If a range of Career Levels is posted, i.e., Senior Associate to Senior Specialist, internal applicants already in one of the Career Levels would come across at their current Career Level. Internal applicants currently in a lower level Career Level would move to the lowest posted Career Level.   Requires a Q clearance; however all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy Q clearance is required.

 

This position may require entry into the Material Access Areas (MAA) and participation in the Human Reliability Program (10 C.F.R. Part 712), which requires successful competition of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation and may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination.

 

This position may be categorized as a “designated position” identified by 10 C.F.R. Part 709, requiring successful completion of a DOE counterintelligence evaluation that may include a counterintelligence-scope polygraph examination.

 

CNS is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.
 

CNS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, disability or veteran status.