Administrative Assistant

Navarro Research and Engineering is recruiting an Administrative Assistant in Carlsbad, NM.

Navarro Research & Engineering is an award-winning federal contractor dedicated to partnering with clients to advance clean energy and deliver effective solutions for complex challenges in the nuclear and environmental fields. Joining Navarro means being a part of an exceptional team committed to quality and safety while also looking for innovative strategies to create value for the client’s success. Headquartered in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, Navarro has active programs in place across the nation for DOE/NNSA, NASA, and the Department of Defense.

This position will support the Department of Energy Carlsbad Field Office (CBFO) in Carlsbad, NM. CBFO’s mission includes management and support of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) in southeastern New Mexico and the National Transuranic Waste Program (NTP). Navarro staff provides services such as: audits and assessments, security, program management, mining engineering, construction management, WIPP site operations, environmental and regulatory compliance, nuclear and industrial safety, scientific and international programs, TRU waste characterization and certification, TRU waste transportation and packaging, general business operations, information technology, document control, and executive management support.

Duties include:

• Preparation, maintenance, modification, filing and retrieval of letters, memorandums, simple and/or complex spreadsheets, graphs, charts, presentations, and other written communications and visual aids in support of activities;
• Preparation of travel forms, arranging travel and creating supporting documentation, preparing vouchers, and all other associated tasks;
• Scheduling appointments/maintaining various calendars;
• Performing records management of all correspondence/department records;
• All other duties as requested.

Requirements

Administrative Assistant I - High School diploma or GED and five years of administrative/business experience or an associate degree in an administrative/business related field and one year of administrative/business experience plus demonstrated knowledge and experience in business office procedures.

Administrative Assistant II - Associate’s degree in an administrative/business related field and five years of administrative/business experience or eight years of administrative/business experience plus demonstrated knowledge and experience in business office procedures.

Due to the nature of the government contract requirements and/or clearances requirements, US citizenship is required.

Navarro is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability