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Open: February 26, 2026 — Closes: March 11, 2026
Summary
This position is part of the Office of Environmental Management - Los Alamos Field Office, Department of Energy. As a Program Manager, you will serve as the Director of the Office of Clean Up Execution (OCX). This position leads all operational oversight.
Major Duties
The Department of Energy's mission is to ensure America's security and prosperity by addressing its energy, environmental and nuclear challenges through transformative science and technology solutions. The Office of Environmental Management - Los Alamos Field Office office works to ensure America's security and prosperity by addressing its energy, environmental and nuclear challenges through transformative science and technology solutions. This position is located in the Office of Environmental Management, Los Alamos Field Office, Immediate Office of the Manager, Office of Clean Up Execution. We are truly honored that DOE has been named America's #1 Best Employer for Veterans in 2023 by Forbes-not only among Government agencies, but among employers across the U.S. We are so proud of this ranking which reflects our commitment to the employment of veterans. As so many veterans at DOE renew their service to our Nation, we are deeply committed to their success and advancement. Veterans shape the future of energy As a Program Manager, you will: Direct the overall planning, execution, and oversight of environmental cleanup programs, establishing measurable objectives and ensuring alignment with national strategic priorities. Lead and mentor federal and contract professionals, fostering a high-performance culture and ensuring effective individual and team contributions towards program goals. Negotiate to secure necessary resources, gain compliance with regulatory requirements, and resolve significant programmatic issues. Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies for program operations, identifying potential financial, technical, and regulatory risks and establishing contingency plans. Advise senior leadership on long-range program goals, policy development, and critical resource requirements, integrating innovative approaches and best practices to enhance overall program effectiveness and efficiency. Establish and maintain rigorous performance standards for all program activities and contractor work, systematically tracking progress, evaluating outcomes, and holding all parties responsible for achieved results.
