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The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is the nation’s primary laboratory for research and development of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies.
NREL’s Mechanical Thermal Engineering Sciences directorate (MTES) has an exciting opportunity for a business support professional. This position will primarily support two Laboratory Program Managers (LPM) in an administrative capacity.
Tasks include managing documentation flow, assisting or executing staff travel arrangements, calendar management, data entry, distribution list management, supporting meetings, workshops, visitor tours and large-scale events (including scheduling, room set-up, site access, security arrangements, webinars, catering, audio visual set-up, meeting materials, etc.). In person meeting assistance will be a primary expectation of this position.
The BSP will also support the development of spreadsheets and other financial documents, and should be comfortable using multiple online electronic systems for finance, purchasing, travel, etc.
The position requires a willingness to work as a team with other business support professionals within multiple centers, as well as assist lab-wide when needed. The position requires attention to detail, diplomacy, and the ability to juggle multiple projects at once. The selected applicant will display a positive, team-oriented attitude, outstanding administration skills, ability to prioritize work, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. The ideal candidate will have exceptional team and interpersonal skills.
Successful BSP team members demonstrate a passion for contributing to the overall success of their centers, their projects, and NREL as a whole. They display a desire to volunteer, learn, and participate. Passion for NREL’s mission and a desire to help both the LPMs as well as the MTES directorate contribute to NREL’s goals is important. Confidentiality, diplomacy, and a respect for protocol are needed for this position. The incumbent shall develop and maintain administrative, financial and record systems, and execute business support functions with minimal oversight. The position will require working routinely on campus with management and other senior members of staff both within the directorate as well as the wider laboratory.
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* Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.
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The anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.
* Based on eligibility rules
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