Waste Operations Analyst

Requisition Id 12650 

Overview:  

We are seeking a Waste Operations Analyst who will focus on waste management operational analysis and performance assurance tasks such as tracking waste, generating reports, and providing cost estimates related to the management of hazardous, radioactive, and mixed wastes generated at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Working closely with the Division Director, this position is responsible for providing technically defensible waste related documentation such as waste aging reports, storage limits, and costing information.  This position resides in the Transportation and Waste Management Division (TWMD), in the Environment, Safety, Health, and Quality (ESH&Q) Directorate, at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL).  

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an extraordinary 80-year history of solving the nation’s biggest problems. We have a dedicated and creative staff of over 6,000 people! Our vision for diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) is to cultivate an environment and practices that foster diversity in ideas and in the people across the organization, as well as to ensure ORNL is recognized as a workplace of choice. These elements are critical for enabling the execution of ORNL’s broader mission to accelerate scientific discoveries and their translation into energy, environment, and security solutions for the nation.

Major Duties/Responsibilities: 

Waste Operations Analysis and Reporting: (75%)

• Compile and track waste shipments during the year and report details to ORNL, DOE Office of Science, TDEC, and other requesting agencies.

• Monitor waste regulatory clocks at staging areas and Permitted Units.

• Prepare cost estimates for projects and tasks.

Financial Examinations and Reporting: (25%)

• Use accounting systems to prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end reports.

• Responsible for account management, funds control, budget allocations, cost analysis/transfers.

• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in a technical field

• A minimum of two years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• ORNL experience is strongly desired.

• Detailed understanding of the technical, regulatory, and institutional issues associated with the management of hazardous, radioactive, and mixed wastes, preferably at a DOE facility. 

• Experience in waste reporting, business analytics and preferably an understanding of DOE facilities and operations.

• Demonstrated understanding of applicable regulatory requirements, including the requirements of RCRA, TSCA, and DOT.  Knowledge of DOE Order 435.1 a plus.

• Skill in working with a wide variety of waste management professionals, including waste generators and waste operations staff on topics related to the management and reporting of waste.

• Demonstrated proficiency using commercially available data management software systems, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory.

• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs.

HSPD-12 PIV badge: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain an HSPD-12 PIV badge.

Benefits at ORNL:  

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain talented people. The laboratory offers many employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to help you and your family live happy and healthy. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also provided for convenience.

Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.

If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: [email protected] or call 1.866.963.9545.

This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

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If you have trouble applying for a position, please email [email protected].

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply.  UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.