Contracts​/Procurement Compliance Administrator

Overview

Be part of the nation’s only repository for the disposal of nuclear waste known as Transuranic (TRU) waste. Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, LLC (SIMCO), managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Contracts/Procurement Compliance Administrator and join our team located in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

• Support responses to Government and internal audit requests of direct acquisition file documentation.
• Support business process audits to protect and improve upon SIMCO responses.
• Review documentation for completeness and request assistance from supporting Purchasing Subcontracts teams when necessary.
• Access heritage and current Databases and Systems to acquire requested information across diverse time periods.
• Compile reports for management.
• Work with other functional area staff to collaborate on audit responses.
• Participate in special projects as required.
• Develops and presents training for buyers and staff on various compliance topics.
• Works across departments and teams, as needed, to ensure continuous improvement in all procurement processes.
• Responsible for on-going evaluation/self-assessment processes for the Acquisition Services subcontract teams.
• Create and maintain standard purchasing templates and checklists for compliance related items.
• Experience in compliance/regulatory and/or auditing functions a plus.
• Aptitude to analyze DOE/Government procurement procedures.
• Requires strong communication skills (both oral and written).
• Additional duties as assigned.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to learn and utilize a diverse set of procurement software (People Soft) and collaboration environments (network drives, SharePoint, Teams).
• Demonstrated experience implementing FAR knowledge and other agency supplements.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with other functional organizations.
• Ability to proactively complete assignments with limited supervision and follow up on tasks issued outside of the organization until a deliverable is completed.
• Able to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment.

• Bachelor’s degree with ten (10) years of related experience in contracts or subcontracts administration.
• Associate’s degree with fourteen (14) years of related experience in contracts or subcontracts administration.
• High School Diploma or equivalency with eighteen (18) years of related experience in contracts or subcontracts administration.

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.

• Government contract compliance experience is preferred.

• 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 (1x annual salary)
• Pension plan that provides monthly annuity after retirement and 401(k) with .50 matching up to 6%
• Voluntary benefits:
  • 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.

Exempt grade level(s) 32-34. Salary range: $94,706 to $168,658 – 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  or email wipprecruiting.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.