We are seeking a Preliminary Background Coordinator to join the Central Clearance Processor Group within the Information & Personnel Security Division of the Security Organization.
In this role, you will perform advanced, complex administrative duties in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities. You will apply Department of Energy (DOE) order requirements to resolve complex issues, interpret policy, develop recommendations, and establish procedures related to visitor control, clearance processing, and security awareness. This position also requires a high level of customer service and frequent interaction with personnel at all levels within the Laboratory, the Department of Energy/National Nuclear Security Administration/Albuquerque (DOE/NNSA) complex, the Livermore Site Office (DOE/NNSA), and external organizations.
You Will:
- Review and process requests for pre-clearance and pre-employment background investigations, determining appropriate processing requirements.
- Receive, screen, and validate clearance- and access-related forms for accuracy and completeness; follow up to obtain missing or corrected information.
- Enter, track, and monitor data in systems (e.g., LEAP) to ensure compliance with established timelines and requirements.
- Compile, analyze, and reconcile data, including preparing and validating reports, spreadsheets, correspondence, and monthly invoices related to background investigations.
- Interpret and apply DOE orders, policies, and procedures to resolve complex issues, develop recommendations, and improve administrative processes.
- Represent management by gathering, clarifying, and disseminating information, and coordinating activities with internal and external stakeholders.
- Serve as a liaison between LLNL, DOE/NNSA, and external organizations to resolve clearance-related issues and support mission requirements.
- Provide high-level customer service while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
- Perform other duties as assigned.