Logistics Group Manager

APPOINTMENT TYPE: Full-Time Regular (FTR)

LOCATION: Oak Ridge, TN

*SALARY RANGE: $96,657.60 - $134,470.75

PURPOSE:

Provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for Records, Property and Relocation Services (RPRS) and Transportation Services (TS) to ensure efficient, compliant, and customer-focused support across the organization. Oversees records management, property and fleet operations, transportation, distribution, and mail services while ensuring compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, Department of Energy (DOE) directives, ISO 9001 standards, and applicable requirements for Energy Employees Occupational Illness Compensation Privacy Act (EEOICPA) and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests. Drives long-range planning, fiscal stewardship, operational excellence, and continuous improvement in alignment with organizational goals and contractual obligations.

• Supervision and Leadership RPRS & TS - Direct and manage records, property, fleet, relocation service operations, shipping/receiving, packaging, stores, and mail room operations, including budget management, risk management, and short/long term planning. Direct and manage the EEOICPA project, which includes project management of all activities, submission of Field Work Proposals (FWP), and management of FOIA. Oversee the departmental training and professional development program. Manage and direct the actions and responsibilities of RPRS and TS staff assigned to these functions. Shares vision and direction of the organization and leads in a way that supports the mission, values, and goals of ORAU. Establishes clear performance expectations for self and staff and ensures staff meet the desired outcomes. Responsible for ensuring contractual requirements are met under the ORISE contract. Responsible for the protection of employees and subcontractors, which includes immediate action to correct and report on any workplace hazards, accidents, and implement an ISM plan for RPRS and TS sections.

• Direct and Manage RPRS Section – Manage, direct, and maintain records, property, and relocation service operations, including budget management, risk management, short/long term planning, and Q/C of the RPRS team members' procedures. Direct and manage the EEOICPA project, which includes project management of all activities, submission of FWP’s, and management of FOIA.  

• Direct and Manage TS Section – Manage, direct, and maintain shipping/receiving, packaging, stores, internal distribution, fleet, and mailroom services, including budget management, risk management, short/long term planning, and Q/C of the TS team members' procedures. Ensure proper packaging, labeling, and shipping for all materials, including hazardous waste/materials and radioactive waste/materials. Conduct peer reviews and work with ES&H on these shipments, including vendor support for the disposal of hazardous and radioactive waste. Work with ORAU Human Resources Training and Development Department to ensure compliance with the training required for identified hazmat employees.

• Compliance, Reporting, and Continuous Improvement - Ensure that all weekly, monthly, and yearly reports are completed on time. Audit household move, freight, vendor, and postal invoices to ensure correct rates are being applied. Oversee departmental operations and activities to ensure employee and subcontractor safety and to ensure compliance with applicable laws, codes, regulations, and DOE directives. Management of departmental policy and procedures and audit operations to verify accuracy and compliance. Manage the department and implement continuous improvement processes. Ensure departmental products and services meet customer needs and create a high level of customer satisfaction while promoting a safe work environment through prevention, leadership, and service. Ensure operations to maintain ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications. 

• Policies and Procedures – Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive policies, procedures, and operational guidelines for all RPRS and TS functional areas to ensure compliance with DOE directives and other applicable federal, state, and regulatory requirements. Update and maintain the RPRS and TS components of the FTD Continuity of Operations (COOP) Plan to ensure operational readiness and business continuity. Develop, revise, and standardize desktop procedures and job aids to promote consistency, efficiency, and regulatory compliance across operations. Maintain and administer the Transportation Security Plan to ensure ongoing compliance and security preparedness.

• Management and Organizational Representation - Plan, prioritize, and allocate staff resources to meet customer requirements and organizational objectives. Ensure personnel are properly trained, certified, and compliant with established standards, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements. Represent RPRS and TS in operational objectives related to property, records, household moves, fleet, shipping and receiving, packaging, stores, internal distributions, and mail services management.  Manages and leads the sections in the implementation and development of the Statement of Works. Manages and leads the sections in safety and regulatory requirements.

• Audits and Assessments - Lead RPRS and TS in all internal and external audits and assessments with the support of SMEs, which includes preparation, active participation, completing implementation, and corrective action plans. Responsible for all assessments/audits related to TS and RPRS, including the Packaging and Transportation, Records, Property, and Fleet assessments/audits.

• Support to Director - Provide strategic data analysis, reporting, and operational insight to support the FTD Director in PEMP reporting, budget oversight, project execution, customer deliverables, and administrative requirements. Serve as delegated authority as required and contribute to enterprise-level planning and decision-making.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: 

Bachelor’s degree in business, scientific, technical, education or related field and 6 – 10 years of job-related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience performing duties as described may be substituted for the minimum requirements.

• Must have knowledge of accounting principles
• Must have experience in budget management, risk management, and short/long-term planning
• Must have personnel management skills including communication, flexibility, problem solving, accountability, organizational and leadership.
• Must have an extensive understanding of the Federal Property Management and Fleet Regulations, FAR, and DOE requirements to ensure all property and fleet requirements/regulations are effectively implemented and manage
• A thorough knowledge of DOE and National Archive and Records Administration (NARA) Records Management is a requirement.  Due to the PII and confidentiality of records, the management of content and the lifecycle of the record must be carried out in accordance with NARA and DOE records regulations
• Experience with Sunflower property management system, Laserfiche electronic records management system, Gimmal paper record management system, or similar systems.
• Knowledge of household carriers’ responsibilities, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, and DOE orders to ensure they are used within the contract effectively.
• Must have or be able to obtain in-depth knowledge of U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and procedures that govern the shipping and receiving of hazardous material and transportation procedures is required
• Project management skills are needed to lead projects from inception and SOW to implementation
• Must be trained/certified every three years in Export Property Controls; must be knowledgeable and understand accounting, property, fleet, and records principals and regulations
• Must have or be able to obtain Basic Hazardous and Radioactive Materials Certification and recertified every three years per 49 CFR and U.S. DOT regulations. International Air Transport Association/International Civil Aviation Organization (IATA/ICAO) certification and re-certified every two years

• Forklift Operator certification
• Must process or be able to obtain certifications within 60-90 days based on availability of training

*The candidate’s starting salary will be determined upon hire and ORAU will use salary survey data, internal comparators, and the candidate’s qualifications to determine salary.

TOTAL REWARDS:

ORAU has a strategic approach to providing total rewards to employees through a fair, equitable, and competitive total compensation package. The goal of our total rewards system is to integrate compensation, benefits, work-life balance, performance, recognition, development, and career opportunities to attract, engage, and retain the talent required to achieve ORAU’s business objectives. The benefit component of our total rewards program supports business goals by offering the following benefits based on employee eligibility:

• Legally required benefits
• Group Health insurance including Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision
• Retirement plan contribution matching
• Disability insurance
• Group life insurance
• Travel Accident Insurance
• Section 125 reimbursement accounts
• Other voluntary employee-paid benefit and insurance offerings

The ORAU total reward package also promotes work-life balance. Mindful of the need for employees to care for themselves and their families, ORAU offers the following additional work-life benefits based on employee eligibility: 

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Flexible work schedules or compressed work weeks
• Occupational Health and Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program