Be part of the nation’s only repository for the disposal of nuclear waste known as Transuranic (TRU) waste.

Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Statement of Work Writer to join our team located in Carlsbad, NM.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing Statements of Work (SOWs) for minor construction projects and SOWs for maintenance and service contracts for various departments. Responsibilities of this position can be categorized as: 1) lead scoping meetings to develop write and deliver SOWs that are attached to purchase requisitions to support the procurement process, and 2) assess technical and functional requirements to develop workflow processes that demonstrate aspects of safety, operations, engineering, environmental, security, quality assurance, cybersecurity and training have been met.

Duties include:

• Interface frequently with workforce and management to apply expertise and integrate design requirements within SOWs.
• Customize SOWs by the project team to specific client and technical requirements to ensure all changes were integrated into a single version that is used for soliciting proposals and contract awards during the procurement process.
• Perform limited and periodic cost estimating as required.
• Manage review cycles through multiple groups of contributors ensuring all comments are addressed and/or incorporated into the final product.
• Prepare documents for procurement package for inclusion into the development and publication of Request for Proposal (RFP).
• Review, coordinate changes, and execute edits for approval and signature allowing approved SOWs to be submitted for development of RFP.
• Chair scoping meetings for open discussions on SOW development and to ensure continued progress on the projects is occurring.
• Create and updated templates for various applications of requirements for projects, consulting services, and maintenance activities.
• Develop working relationship with departments such as Quality Assurance, Engineering, Environmental Safety & Health, Information Technology, and Training enabling open discussion and mutual trust.
• Create standard template formats.
• Simplify the process of review and approval of SOW writing.

The successful candidate will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, the ability to make clear and convincing oral presentations to individuals and groups, strong organizational and problem-solving skills, ability to work independently and with others as a team, and support the creation/foster of a work environment that excels in meeting organizational goals and expectations.

Exempt Grade Level(s) (30-34)

Minimum Requirements: These requirements must be met to be considered for this posting. Uploaded resumes and applications are the means of determination.

• Bachelor’s degree with six (6) years of related experience, or
• Associate's degree with ten (10) years of related experience, or
• High School Diploma or Equivalency with fourteen (14) years of related experience is required.

Must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

Higher education attainment than listed acceptable per internal level identifiers of accompanying years of experience.

Preferred Requirements:

• Previous WIPP experience.
• Training in cost estimating.

What we offer:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance:
  • Coverage on date of hire
  • Surgical concierge service
  • EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
• Modern work arrangements to include 4-day workweeks (four 10-hour days)*
• Relocation assistance*
• Shuttle commuter service from the local areas
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement program
• On-site fitness center and other wellness support including some public gym membership reductions
• Company paid short term disability
• Company paid life insurance (1 x annual salary)
• Pension plan that provides monthly annuity after retirement and 401(k) with .50 matching up to 6%
• Voluntary benefits of:
  • Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
  • Long-term disability program
  • Health and Flexible savings accounts
  • Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance

*These benefits vary by position.

Minimum salary $80,609 per year of a larger salary range --the specific salary offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors, particularly the candidate’s relevant experience and education.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

If you are an applicant with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability—or unable to use—the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact (575) 234-8405 or email wipprecruiting@wipp.doe.gov for assistance. Upon receipt of this information, we will respond to you promptly to obtain more information about your request.

Reviews, and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4, will be conducted by SIMCO and a background investigation by the Federal government may be required to obtain an access authorization prior to employment, and subsequent reinvestigations may be required.

Posting Duration: This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the posting date. SIMCO reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.