Directorate Ops Leader for National Security & Energy

argonne; Lemont (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Argonne National Laboratory seeks a Directorate Operations Officer (DOO) within the Nuclear Technologies and National Security (NTNS) Directorate to drive operational excellence and strategic delivery across the directorate. The role supports mission execution and performance via a strong operations framework and cross-institution partnerships.

You will lead a team of operations managers, overseeing fiscal management, risk assessment, ESH&Q, IT systems, space planning, HR planning, security, and

Qualifications

• Experience leading complex operational programs.
• Ability to coordinate across multiple teams and directors.
• Strong understanding of budgeting, risk, safety, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee directorate operations to support goals and priorities.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to develop and implement infrastructure roadmap.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver efficient, compliant operational support.

Skills

Operations leadership

Strategic planning

Budget management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Argonne National Laboratory seeks a Directorate Operations Officer (DOO) within the Nuclear Technologies and National Security (NTNS) Directorate to drive operational excellence and strategic delivery across the directorate. The role supports mission execution and performance via a strong operations framework and cross-institution partnerships.

You will lead a team of operations managers, overseeing fiscal management, risk assessment, ESH&Q, IT systems, space planning, HR planning, security, and