Posting TitleEmergency Response Organization Training Professional

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LocationCO - Golden

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Position TypeRegular

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Hours Per Week40

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Working at NLRNLR is located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado is the nation's primary laboratory for energy systems research and development.

Join the National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR), where world-class scientists, engineers, and experts are accelerating energy innovation through breakthrough research and systems integration. From our mission to our collaborative culture, NLR stands out in the research community for its commitment to an affordable and secure energy future. Spanning foundational science to applied systems engineering and analysis, we focus on solving complex challenges to deliver advanced, secure, reliable, and cost-effective energy solutions. Our work helps strengthen U.S. industries, support job creation, and promote national economic growth.

At NLR, you'll find a mission-driven environment supported by state-of-the-art facilities, multidisciplinary research teams, and strong collaborations with industry, academia, and other national laboratories. We offer robust professional development opportunities, and a competitive benefits package designed to support your career and well-being.

Job Description

The National Laboratory of the Rockies' Laboratory Protection office is seeking an Emergency Response Training Professional to provide the strategic leadership, development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Laboratory’s Emergency Response Organization (ERO) Training and Qualification Program in compliance with DOE O 151.1E.

This position ensures Laboratory-wide emergency preparedness and operational readiness by translating regulatory requirements into effective, hazard-based training programs; maintaining qualification and compliance systems; and coordinating internal and external emergency response training activities. The role exercises a high degree of independence and serves as a key institutional authority for emergency response training, qualifications, and interoperability with offsite response partners.

While extensive incident command and/or operational emergency response experience is highly valuable in this position, the successful candidate must be a senior training and instructional design professional.

Key responsibilities include:

Lead the strategic development and continuous refinement of the Emergency Response Organization (ERO) Training & Qualification Program, ensuring alignment with DOE O 151.1E and integration across Laboratory-wide emergency management systems.Oversee and optimize training records, compliance tracking, and assessment protocols, applying advanced methodologies to support audits, evaluations, and corrective action implementation at the institutional level.Design and deliver comprehensive hazard-based training programs for Laboratory personnel, translating regulatory directives into impactful learning experiences that support operational resilience and safety culture.Coordinate and lead interoperability training initiatives with external emergency response agencies, serving as the Laboratory’s primary liaison to ensure mutual aid readiness and alignment with national frameworks such as NIMS and HSEEP.Drive continuous improvement of emergency training programs through strategic analysis and innovation, incorporating lessons learned, performance data, and evolving operational needs to enhance Laboratory-wide preparedness.

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Basic QualificationsRelevant Bachelor's Degree and 9 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Or, relevant Master's Degree and 7 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Or, relevant PhD and 4 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Or, relevant JD and 4 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Applies extensive technical expertise, and has full knowledge of other related disciplines. Contributes to the development of new concepts, techniques and standards. Considered internal subject matter expert. Extensive knowledge of laws, regulations, principles, procedures and practices related to specific field. Excellent leadership, project management and problem solving skills. Ability to use various computer software programs.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE (L or Q) Security Clearance. Eligibility requirements: to obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE O 472.2A for additional information.

* Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.

Additional Required Qualifications9 or more years of relevant work experience with a bachelors degree; or 7 years of relevant work experience with a masters degree of progressively responsible experience in training program development, instructional delivery, curriculum design, or qualification systems within high-hazard, highly regulated, or complex operational environmentsDemonstrated experience leading enterprise-level training programs, including needs analysis, curriculum architecture, learning objectives, assessment strategies, and continuous improvementExperience designing and delivering training with a learning management system (LMS)Excellent facilitation experience in virtual, hybrid, and in-person settings, including management of virtual classroomsProven ability to translate complex regulatory or technical requirements (e.g., DOE Orders, federal standards, or hazard controls) into effective adult-learning–based instructionExcellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skillsDemonstrated experience using training management or LMS platforms to administer qualifications, track compliance, support audits, and analyze data for training evaluationMust be able to obtain and maintain a DOE (L or Q) Security Clearance. Eligibility requirements: to obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE O 472.2A for additional information.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience serving as a lead instructor, training manager, or curriculum authority for emergency response, safety, or high-reliability organizations

Working knowledge of DOE O 151.1E, NIMS/ICS, and HSEEP, sufficient to design compliant training programs (deep operational EM experience not required)

Experience supporting drills, exercises, evaluations, and after-action processes from a training effectiveness and performance perspective

Experience in DOE, national laboratory, nuclear, or federal preparedness environments

Certifications such as CEM, FEMA PDS, Fire Instructor, or EMT

Adult learning certification(s) or academic program (e.g. ATD, CPTD/CPLP, or similar)

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Job Application Submission Window

The anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.

Annual Salary Range (based on full-time 40 hours per week)Job Profile: Professional IV / Annual Salary Range: $83,600 - $150,500

NLR takes into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, a potential new employee’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.

Benefits SummaryBenefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; short*- and long-term disability insurance; pension benefits*; 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match*; life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance; personal time off (PTO) and sick leave; paid holidays; and tuition reimbursement*. NLR employees may be eligible for, but are not guaranteed, performance-, merit-, and achievement- based awards that include a monetary component. Some positions may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement. Limited-term positions are not eligible for long-term disability or tuition reimbursement.

* Based on eligibility rules

Badging RequirementNLR is subject to Department of Energy (DOE) access restrictions. All employees must also be able to obtain and maintain a federal Personal Identity Verification (PIV) card as required by Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12), which includes a favorable background investigation.

Drug Free Workplace

NLR is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with the federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug.

If you are offered employment at NLR, you must pass a pre-employment drug test prior to commencing employment. Unless prohibited by state or local law, the pre-employment drug test will include marijuana. If you test positive on the pre-employment drug test, your offer of employment may be withdrawn.

Submission Guidelines

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at NLR you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard basis of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, military or veteran status, national origin/ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding), sexual orientation, and any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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