<p>Posting Title</p> <p>Program Planning & Analysis Professional</p> <p>.</p> <p>Location</p> <p>CO - Golden</p> <p>.</p> <p>Position Type</p> <p>Regular</p> <p>.</p> <p>Hours Per Week</p> <p>40</p> <p>.</p> <p>Working at NREL</p> <p>The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado is the nation's primary laboratory for energy systems research and development.</p> <p>Join the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), where world-class scientists, engineers, and experts are accelerating energy innovation through breakthrough research and systems integration. From our mission to our collaborative culture, NREL stands out in the research community for its commitment to an affordable and secure energy future. Spanning foundational science to applied systems engineering and analysis, we focus on solving complex challenges to deliver advanced, secure, reliable, and cost-effective energy solutions. Our work helps strengthen U.S. industries, support job creation, and promote national economic growth.</p> <p>At NREL, you'll find a mission-driven environment supported by state-of-the-art facilities, multidisciplinary research teams, and strong collaborations with industry, academia, and other national laboratories. We offer robust professional development opportunities, and a competitive benefits package designed to support your career and well-being.</p> <p>Learn about NREL's critical objectives: NREL's Mission and Vision.</p> <p>Job Description</p> <p>NREL's Laboratory Protection (LP) group provides a secure, safe, and resilient campus for staff and visitors. The Program Planning and Management team within LP is responsible for advancing NREL's safeguards, security, and emergency management capabilities through a wide range of integrated functions. These include emergency management planning, oversight of physical protection strategies and security operations, performance assurance activities such as Limited Scope Performance Tests (LSPTs) and self-assessments, and the development of safeguards and security plans. The team also leads the management of Incidents of Security Concern (IOSCs), Design Basis Threat (DBT) implementation, security risk assessments, and insider threat mitigation. Additional responsibilities encompass continuous program and process improvement, contractor assurance, issues management, and compliance with applicable DOE Orders and federal requirements. This multidisciplinary scope supports NREL's mission while ensuring the protection of people, property, and information.</p> <p>LP's Program Planning and Management team is seeking a motivated and experienced technical writing professional with subject matter familiarity in security and emergency management to develop and maintain LP's plans, policies, and procedures.</p> <p>Essential Duties and Responsibilities</p> <p>Planning, Documentation, and Policy Development</p> <ul> <li> <p>Develop and maintain LP's emergency management, protective force, and safeguards and security plans, policies, and procedures. Documents include, but are not limited to, the following:</p> </li><li> <p>Site security plans</p> </li><li> <p>Performance assurance plans</p> </li><li> <p>Standard operating procedures for the protective force</p> </li><li> <p>Lab-level programs and procedures</p> </li><li> <p>Emergency management plans</p> </li><li> <p>All-hazards surveys</p> </li><li> <p>Draft, update, and maintain clear and compliant procedural documentation aligned with DOE Orders and NREL standards.</p> </li><li> <p>Support and lead procedural writing projects, including tracking status, managing review processes, and coordinating stakeholder input.</p> </li><li> <p>Translate technical and complex information into accessible, audience-appropriate content.</p> </li><li> <p>Contribute to documentation and planning across safeguards and security, protective force, and emergency management disciplines.</p> </li><li> <p>Develop, coordinate, and implement facility and project-specific security plans.</p> </li></ul> <p>Security Risk Assessment and Asset Characterization</p> <ul> <li>Conduct asset characterization in accordance with DOE O 470.3C Design Basis Threat (DBT), including assigning protection levels (PL) to classified information, hazardous materials, government property, and personnel. </li><li>Develop and perform security risk assessments for PL 5-8 assets, ensuring communication of risks to designated risk-accepting officials. </li><li>Evaluate physical security features and support implementation of security systems, in alignment with DOE O 470.3C (Design Basis Threat). </li><li>Develop security risk assessments in alignment with DOE O 413.3B (Program and Project Management for the Acquisition of Capital Assets) and DOE G 413.3-3A (Safeguards and Security for Program and Project Management) </li></ul> <p>Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration</p> <ul> <li>Serve as Laboratory Protection's representative in internal and external planning meetings and collaborations. </li><li>Benchmark best practices and collaborate with subject matter experts within and beyond NREL. </li></ul> <p>Knowledge</p> <p>Strong knowledge of DOE physical security and emergency management directives, including but not limited to:</p> <ul> <li>DOE O 470.3C (DBT) </li><li>DOE O 470.4C (Safeguards and Security Planning) </li><li>DOE O 470.1A (Security Program Management) </li><li>DOE O 470.5A (Insider Threat) </li><li>DOE O 473.1A / 473.2A (Physical Protection and Protective Force Operations) </li><li>DOE O 151.1E (Emergency Management) </li></ul> <p>Proven Skills</p> <ul> <li>Written Communication: Exceptional technical writing skills for drafting, maintaining, and updating policies, procedures, and other security related documents. Expertise in English grammar, punctuation, and spelling while effectively communicating information-such as facts, ideas, or messages-in a clear, concise, and organized manner, tailoring written content, including technical material, to suit the intended audience. Must also have strong proofreading skills. </li><li>Critical Thinking: Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex situations, identify key issues, and develop innovative and practical solutions. A keen attention to detail and the capacity to synthesize information from multiple sources to make informed decisions and address challenges effectively. </li><li>Project Management: Proficiency in planning, coordinating, and executing multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines. </li><li>Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships and work effectively with teams and stakeholders. </li><li>Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, including drafting, editing, and proofreading clear, concise, and professional documents, reports, and presentations. Strong interpersonal skills to influence, motivate, and engage diverse audiences, with the proven ability to convey complex issues clearly and tactfully to individuals at all levels. </li><li>Ability to multi-task efficiently, work in a fast paced environment on multiple projects, has a strong attention for detail, and can meet deadlines </li><li>A strong working knowledge of Office 365 (Teams, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Outlook) for creating documents, reports, analyzing data, and preparing presentations. </li><li>Familiarity with incident management software (i.e., WebEOC), security assessment tools, and other specialized applications may also be required. </li><li>The role may also involve learning and adapting to proprietary or DOE-specific software systems to meet organizational requirements. </li></ul> <p>Abilities</p> <ul> <li>Critical Thinking: Ability to assess risks, evaluate alternative solutions, and implement effective strategies. </li><li>Attention to Detail: Ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency in all written materials, with a strong focus on grammar, formatting, and adherence to organizational standards. </li><li>Adaptability: The ability to quickly learn new systems and adjust to shifting priorities with ease. </li><li>Problem Solving: Demonstrates initiative and creativity in addressing complex challenges and fostering continuous improvement. </li><li>Reasoning: Applies rules, principles, and relationships to interpret and explain information, while evaluating data to draw accurate inferences and well-founded conclusions. </li><li>Must possess the ability to understand complex data, terminology, procedures, laws, and regulations. </li></ul> <p>.</p> <p>Basic Qualifications</p> <p>Relevant Bachelor's Degree and 9 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Or, relevant Master's Degree and 7 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Or, relevant PhD and 4 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Or, relevant JD and 4 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Applies extensive technical expertise, and has full knowledge of other related disciplines. Contributes to the development of new concepts, techniques and standards. Considered internal subject matter expert. Extensive knowledge of laws, regulations, principles, procedures and practices related to specific field. Excellent leadership, project management and problem solving skills. Ability to use various computer software programs.</p> <ul> <li>Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date. </li></ul> <p>Additional Required Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in business, English, journalism, political science, or a related field. </li><li>Exceptional technical writing and editing skills, with demonstrated ability to produce professional, clear, and audience-focused documents. </li><li>Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining technical documents, policies, and procedures in a highly regulated environment. </li><li>Strong organizational and project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent writing projects, meet deadlines, and track document status. </li><li>Detail-oriented mindset with strong proofreading and quality assurance capabilities. </li><li>Experience with DOE security directives, compliance standards, and emergency response protocols. </li><li>Effective communicator with a collaborative mindset, capable of engaging cross- functional teams and leadership. </li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, SharePoint, Teams, PowerPoint, Outlook); experience with document management systems (e.g., SharePoint, DocuSign) is preferred. </li><li>Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q security clearance access. Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required. See DOE O 472.2A for additional information. </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Experience developing documentation within a Department of Energy (DOE), national laboratory, or another federal agency environment. </li><li>Working knowledge of DOE Orders related to security and emergency management, such as DOE O 151.1E, 470.4C, and 470.3C. </li><li>Experience supporting or documenting risk assessments, incident response plans, emergency procedures, or continuity programs. </li><li>Experience creating visual aids (e.g., flowcharts, diagrams, tables) to enhance clarity and usability of documentation. </li><li>Familiarity with incident management software (e.g., WebEOC) and security risk assessment tools. </li></ul> <p>.</p> <p>Job Application Submission Window</p> <p>The anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.</p> <p>Annual Salary Range (based on full-time 40 hours per week)</p> <p>Job Profile: Professional IV / Annual Salary Range: $81,500 - $146,700</p> <p>NREL takes into consideration a candidate's education, training, and experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, a potential new employee's salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.</p> <p>Benefits Summary</p> <p>Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; short<em>- and long-term disability insurance; pension benefits</em>; 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match<em>; life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance; personal time off (PTO) and sick leave; paid holidays; and tuition reimbursement</em>. NREL employees may be eligible for, but are not guaranteed, performance-, merit-, and achievement- based awards that include a monetary component. Some positions may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement. Limited-term positions are not eligible for long-term disability or tuition reimbursement.</p> <ul> <li>Based on eligibility rules </li></ul> <p>Badging Requirement</p> <p>NREL is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as required by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12), which includes a favorable background investigation.</p> <p>Drug Free Workplace</p> <p>NREL is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with the federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug.</p> <p>If you are offered employment at NREL, you must pass a pre-employment drug test prior to commencing employment. Unless prohibited by state or local law, the pre-employment drug test will include marijuana. If you test positive on the pre-employment drug test, your offer of employment may be withdrawn.</p> <p>Submission Guidelines</p> <p>Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at NREL you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. 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