At PNNL, our core capabilities are divided among major departments that we refer to as Directorates within the Lab, focused on a specific area of scientific research or other function, with its own leadership team and dedicated budget.
Our directorates related to Mission Support & Operations include Office of General Counsel, Business Services, Communications and External Engagement, Operational Systems, Communications and Information Technology, and Performance Management.
The Business Services Directorate (BSD) provides crucial financial, procurement and sales, and project management services to PNNL, as required under our management and operations contract for operating the Lab on behalf of the Department of Energy. Our goal in offering these services is to ensure efficient, effective, and compliant business operations that enhance PNNL's scientific impact.
BSD presents exciting opportunities for financial professionals seeking career growth. We foster a dynamic environment where individuals can develop their skills, take on leadership roles, and contribute to high-impact projects. By working with multidisciplinary teams, professionals have the chance to broaden their expertise, engage in continuous learning, and advance their careers while contributing to the groundbreaking scientific work at PNNL.
Employees and their families are offered medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, basic life insurance, disability insurance*, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, tuition assistance, supplemental parental bonding leave**, surrogacy and adoption assistance, and fertility support. Employees are automatically enrolled in our company funded pension plan* and may enroll in our 401k savings plan. Employees may accrue up to 120 vacation hours per year and may receive ten paid holidays per year.
- Research Associates excluded.
**Once eligibility requirements are met.
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The Business Services Directorate (BSD) delivers essential financial, contractual, and project management capabilities to Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) that are required as part of our management and operations contract to operate PNNL on behalf of the Department of Energy (DOE).
Our BSD purpose in delivering these capabilities is to provide efficient, effective, and compliant business services in order to increase the scientific impact of PNNL.
Responsible for providing discipline specific acquisition and sales contract expertise. Acquisition responsibilities include development of acquisition strategies, development of Request for Proposal (RFP) documents, leading of subcontractor proposal evaluations, interpretation of government legal and corporate requirements, developing strategies and leading team negotiations, and administering contracts, including terminations and closeout activities. Sales responsibilities include strategy development, leading bid-no-bid decisions, client relationship management, proposal development, leading contract negotiations, and monitoring contract compliance technical, financial, and contractual performance. Plans, develops and participates in training of contractual requirements. Briefs company management on proposal and subcontracting activities.
Contracting Professional positions at PNNL are high impact business support positions negotiating and administrating contract mechanisms from cradle to grave with non-DOE partners, such as commercial entities, universities, and other governmental agencies. Specific duties for this position include but are not limited to:
- Negotiate, execute, and administer various agreements in a professional but compliant manner to support PNNL researchers, joint appointees, staff, strategic collaborators, and leadership.
- Programmatic, contractual, and administrative support for Joint Appointment program, a unique pathway for distinguished researchers at PNNL and universities to collaborate thereby elevating scientific impact, productivity, and research at both institutions.
- High profile opportunity to work with various internal customers including Project Managers, Project Manager Office Directors, Financial Coordinators, Business Office Management, Legal, Sponsors, Accounts Receivable, Sales, Acquisitions, HR, other subject matter experts, and federal oversight.
- It is expected the incumbent will display a high degree of customer service, organization, efficiency, effectiveness, and professionalism in all interactions.
- Must demonstrate excellent communication skills (written and verbal), use sound judgement, self-manage priorities and workload, analyze issues, think strategically, act with integrity, value diversity, and foster teamwork.
- Performs work under the general supervision of other Contract Professionals.
- BS/BA and 2+ years of relevant experience -OR-
- MS/MA or higher
- Working knowledge of business/contract negotiations, and/or contract cycle times (sales or acquisitions).
- Microsoft Office and other related business systems.
- Proven ability to be efficient, flexible, and adaptable to changing processes and procedures.
- Familiarity with PNNL business systems Work Authorization Lifecycle System (WALS), Electronic Prep & Risk (EPR), Project Management Reporting (PMR), etc.
Not Applicable
Testing Designated Position (TDP):This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP).
About PNNL:At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, and flexible work schedules. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3 hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at [email protected].
If you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn.
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