Director, Laboratory Protection Division

Oak Ridge National Laboratory; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Prescription Drug Plan

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

401(k) Retirement Plan

Contributory Pension Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Benefits

Generous Vacation and Holidays

Parental Leave

Legal Insurance with Identity Theft IN

Employee Assistance Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

Wellness Programs

Educational Assistance

Relocation Assistance

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Oak Ridge National Laboratory is seeking a Division Director for Laboratory Protection Division toLead the protection of special nuclear material, information, property, and personnel. The director will oversee emergency management, 24‑hour fire protection, EMS, and site operations, ensuring DOE compliance and stewardship of ORNL security programs.

The role requires seasoned leadership, strong security expertise, and ability to interact with internal/external stakeholders while guiding policy

Qualifications

• BS/BA degree and 12+ years in US military, law enforcement, DOE security or emergency management.
• At least 5 years in a management or leadership role.
• Hours outside of the normal work schedule and occasional travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide vision and strategy for development and integration of division capabilities to meet ORNL needs.
• Prepare and implement division business plans and budgets and set priorities for safety, programmatic and operational needs.
• Attract, develop, motivate, and retain a diverse staff of emergency management and security professionals.

Skills

Security management

Emergency management

Leadership

Policy development

Communication

Education

BS/BA degree

MS/MA degree

Job description

Overview

The Facilities & Operations Directorate (F&O) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking applicants with experienced leadership and a strong security background for the Division Director of the Laboratory Protection Division (LPD). This critical division is responsible for protecting Special Nuclear Material, information, property, and personnel. Additionally, the division provides emergency preparedness; 24-hour fire protection, emergency medical services and site operations; foreign national visits, assignments, processing, and export control services. LPD resides within the Facilities and Operations Directorate at ORNL. The Director of LPD must ensure DOE and operational compliance and will also serve as the lab-wide owner for all aspects of ORNL procedures, processes and systems related to DOE's emergency management and safeguards and security requirements.

Major Duties/Responsibilities

• Provide a vision and implement a strategy for the development and integration of division capabilities that address changing organizational needs and serve LPD, F&O, and ORNL.
• Prepares and implement division business plans and budgets, manage commitments and schedules, develop solutions, and set priorities for safety, programmatic, and operational needs across LPD.
• Attracts, develops, motivates, and retains a diverse staff of emergency management and security professionals through effective staff recruitment and development, salary planning, performance management, and employee relations.
• Establishes and maintains effective relationships with key internal and external customers and stakeholders while managing the implementation and flow down of DOE requirements to achieve high performance and enable ORNL's mission.
• Communicates and supports strategies for protection and use of intellectual property, including identification, proper disclosure, and adequate safeguards.
• Authorizes work and ensures work activities are performed safely, securely, and effectively and in compliance with environmental, safety, health, and quality requirements, applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ensures that external safeguards and security and emergency management requirements are analyzed and appropriately implemented through ORNL management systems.
• Continuously improves performance of management systems by assessing system performance and by addressing performance and implementation issues.
• Delivers ORNL's mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promotes equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace - in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications

• BS/BA degree and a minimum of twelve years of relevant experience in the US military, law enforcement, DOE security, and/or emergency management roles with at least five years in a management or leadership role.
• Hours outside of the normal work schedule and occasional travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS/MA degree.
• Significant prior knowledge of and experience managing physical security operations and emergency management organizations.
• Experience working in a research and development environment (i.e., DOE National Laboratory)
• Experience developing corporate level policies and strategies and preparing briefings to senior decision makers.
• Excellent interpersonal, problem solving, and verbal and written communication skills.

Special Requirements

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance from the Department of Energy. As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a pre‑placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program. In addition, due the SCI, you may also be subject to random polygraph testing.

About ORNL

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation's most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation.

Benefits

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well‑being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on‑site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.

• Prescription Drug Plan
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Contributory Pension Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Generous Vacation and Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Educational Assistance
• Relocation Assistance
• Employee Discounts

This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

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