Operations Support Specialist 4 - Radiation Protection / Construction (DOE/LANL)Location: Los Alamos, NM | TA-55, PF-4 (Plutonium Facility) | Tech Area 51-0174 | 100% OnsiteCompensation: $65 - $70/hrSchedule: 4x10sDuration: Up to 3 years, with possibility of extension or conversionTravel: Long-term travel requiredPer Diem / Relocation: Per diem available for long-term travelCitizenship: U.S. Citizenship RequiredClearance: DOE Q Clearance required; no prior clearance needed to startWhy This RoleLos Alamos National Laboratory is seeking a Senior Operations Support Specialist to support critical construction and radiological operations within a DOE Hazard Category II nuclear facility. This role is ideal for professionals who combine deep Radiation Protection experience with construction execution background and can operate as a technical leader across complex, high hazard projects, ensuring safety, compliance, and mission success at LANL's TA-55 Plutonium Facility.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide Radiation Protection oversight and technical support for construction and field activities within a DOE Category II nuclear facilitySupport project teams, engineers, and construction crews in maintaining safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellenceCoordinate closely with facility operations, safety, and project management staff throughout the project lifecycleEnsure work is executed in accordance with DOE and LANL radiological and nuclear safety requirementsCommunicate clearly and collaboratively across technical and non-technical stakeholdersSupport long-term field assignments, including extended travel as required by project needsRequired QualificationsS. Citizenship requiredAbility to obtain and maintain a DOE Q ClearanceDemonstrated experience in DOE construction environmentsDemonstrated experience in a DOE Category II Nuclear FacilityDemonstrated experience in a DOE Plutonium FacilityNo degree required, bachelor's degree or equivalent experience acceptableStrong communication skills, both oral and writtenStrong collaboration and organizational skillsDesired SkillsNavy Nuclear program background highly desiredExperience operating as a technical leader on complex, high hazard nuclear facility projectsAbility to manage competing priorities across field and construction activitiesEducation and Experience RequirementsNo specific degree required; BS or equivalent combination of education and experience acceptedNo specific certifications requiredNo specific software knowledge requirementsMandatory Requirements - Read Before ApplyingDemonstrated DOE construction experience required, candidates without this will not be consideredDemonstrated DOE Category II Nuclear Facility experience required, candidates without this will not be consideredDemonstrated experience in a DOE Plutonium Facility required, candidates without this will not be consideredMust be willing and able to work 100% onsite in Los Alamos, NM, including long-term travel as needed