Learning Specialist 1
- Req. Number: IRC143796
- Organization : WMS-1/New Employee Training & Workforce Development
- City, State: Los Alamos, New Mexico
- Salary: $60,500 - $93,600
- Recruiter Name: Lujan, Oscar Rene
- Recruiter Email: olujan@lanl.gov
What You Will Do
This position is open for external candidates only to apply.
Leverage your organizational, customer service, and coordination skills to support onboarding and training for one of the world's most innovative and creative multidisciplinary research institutions engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. As part of New Employee Training and Workforce Development Group (WMS-1), you will play a key role in delivering high-quality onboarding and training experience for new hires within the Associate Laboratory Directorate for Weapons Production (ALDWP).
In this role, you will serve as a New Employee Training (NET) Navigator, guiding cohorts of new employees through onboarding, orientation, and required training. You will work in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment where attention to detail, responsiveness, and professionalism are essential.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements: For full consideration, applicants must submit a comprehensive cover letter and resume that addresses the key requirements of the position below.
Desired Qualifications:
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Work Schedule: This position may/will require 24/7 coverage, which could/will involve working a shift/weekend schedule. Employees may be eligible for the shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager.
Position Commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants: Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
Directive 206.2: Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
This position is open for external candidates only to apply.
Leverage your organizational, customer service, and coordination skills to support onboarding and training for one of the world's most innovative and creative multidisciplinary research institutions engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. As part of New Employee Training and Workforce Development Group (WMS-1), you will play a key role in delivering high-quality onboarding and training experience for new hires within the Associate Laboratory Directorate for Weapons Production (ALDWP).
In this role, you will serve as a New Employee Training (NET) Navigator, guiding cohorts of new employees through onboarding, orientation, and required training. You will work in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment where attention to detail, responsiveness, and professionalism are essential.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Provide end-to-end onboarding navigation for assigned cohorts, including program orientation, schedule guidance, and timely resolution of new hire questions.
- Coordinate and support the implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of onboarding program components.
- Support additional NET training track programs by coordinating training components and ensuring program requirements and operational needs are met.
- Ensure deliverables, milestones, and program commitments are met with a high level of accuracy, quality, and customer satisfaction.
- Manage and coordinate complex scheduling across multiple stakeholders, calendars, and training resources.
- Learning Management System administration, including course registration, course management, credit issuance, and reporting.
- Analyze data from multiple systems to support decision-making, reporting, and customer support efforts.
- Identify and recommend practical improvements to enhance user experience and program effectiveness.
- Serve as a key point of contact between new hires, training organizations, and program stakeholders.
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What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements: For full consideration, applicants must submit a comprehensive cover letter and resume that addresses the key requirements of the position below.
- Education and Experience: Position requires an Associate's Degree in a related field and 2 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
- Operational Functions:
- Working knowledge of business operations in a structured environment, including familiarity with one or more of the following: formality of operations, compliance practices, configuration management, training and qualification, and continuous improvement processes.
- Computer Skills/Business Systems:
- Proficiency with standard business software (e.g., Microsoft Office, Adobe).
- Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and adapt to use LANL business systems (e.g., Oracle, UTrain, etc.).
- Strong ability to manage multiple, competing priorities and complex calendars.
- Critical Thinking:
- Ability to research issues, evaluate alternatives, and recommend practical solutions to support operational effectiveness and quality assurance.
- Communication:
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Customer Service:
- Demonstrated commitment to exceptional customer service, including the ability to provide clear guidance, manage expectations, and maintain professionalism in high-demand or time-sensitive situations.
- Special Skills/Knowledge:
- Experience working with educational programs, training organizations, or academic institutions.
- Knowledge of documentation and records management practices, including quality assurance and document control.
- Familiarity with regulatory or compliance-driven environments.
- Demonstrated ability to learn quickly, adapt to new systems, and take initiative.
- Positive, proactive approach with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work onsite full-time in a collaborative team environment.
Desired Qualifications:
- Familiarity with onboarding processes and institutional training services.
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Work Schedule: This position may/will require 24/7 coverage, which could/will involve working a shift/weekend schedule. Employees may be eligible for the shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager.
Position Commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants: Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
- PPO or High-Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
- Dental and Vision insurance
- Free basic life and disability insurance
- Paid childbirth and parental leave
- Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
- Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
- Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
- Onsite gyms and wellness programs
- Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50-mile radius)
Directive 206.2: Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
