Title Contract Administrator Position Number 39814 Company WA River Protection Solutions City/State Richland, WA Location Richland, WA Posted 01/23/2025 Closes 01/30/2025 Regular/Temporary Regular Full/Part-Time Full-Time Job Responsibilities/Duties Washington River Protection Solutions (WRPS) manages one of the most challenging radioactive waste cleanup projects in the country. Our focus is reducing the environmental risk posed by 56 million gallons of radioactive and chemical waste stored in 177 underground tanks on the Hanford Site located in Richland, WA. Join us today and be a part of history! WRPS seeks a Prime Contract Administrator who will serve as project member to support complex contract activities. The Prime Contract Administrator's responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: * Under minimal supervision, serve as project member in the formulation of plans and execution of the prime contract. * Participates in contract reporting activities to project management, management and client as required. * Researches and provides guidance on complex contract matters, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Department of Energy Acquisition Regulations (DEAR), cost principles, negotiations, client management, specific contract related reporting issues, contract file maintenance and contract closeout. * Identify new or revised requirements and notify appropriate project personnel. * Assemble and lead the technical and administrative functions in DOE Directed Change and Requests for Equitable Adjustment development to ensure all applicable rules and regulations are met prior to submittal. * Assist management with post-submittal actions such as requests for information and contract negotiations. * Perform contract screenings to define changes in scope as being in or out of current contractual basis. * Monitor schedule of contract commitments and deadlines with internal and external customers. * Maintain contract documentation as required. * Performs initiatives outside the normal scope of duties (i.e. proposals, special studies). * Interface with all levels of management to support contract change, interpretation, and compliance. * Collaborate with co-workers to champion contract policy and procedure revision and improvement; and * Perform other duties as assigned. Please Note: This position is being advertised under the current Tank Operations Contractor, Washington River Protection Solutions (WRPS). However, now that transition activities have begun a candidate selected for employment may be hired under the incoming contractor, Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure (H2C) contract. Further details will be provided during the hiring process. Required Qualifications Grade 17: Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Business, Accounting, Finance, Project Management, or in related field and 6-7 years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Grade 18: Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Business, Accounting, Finance, Project Management, or in related field and 8 years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. Note the essential duties for this grade level are like that of the previous grade level, however the scope of responsibility is larger, and the expected level of performance is increased. Desired Qualifications * Proficient in Microsoft Office Excel, Word, and Access. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Hanford experience preferred. * Experience working within an indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity contract type. * Understanding of FAR requirements, DOE Orders, and DOE Acquisition Regulations. * Ability to lead projects with many stakeholders to meet deliverables and schedule. * High degree of self-motivated diligence; the applicant should have a proven self-starter quality who can grasp vague concepts and ideas and can carry through to produce high quality results. Depending on the nature of your employment with WRPS, you can expect the following: * A business casual dress work environment: jeans are permissible (restrictions may apply). * Opportunity for work/life balance: a standard 4 x 10 work schedule, allowing more personal time to enjoy life outside of the office (other schedules and/or shift work may be required). * Many positions (non-bargaining) allow for a hybrid work environment, a combination of in-office and telework (restrictions may apply). Compensation & Benefits In accordance with the company's philosophy on compensation for exempt and salaried non-exempt employees, WRPS takes into consideration a variety of factors when determining initial salary to include assigned job scope and responsibility, a candidate's qualifications as compared to internal comparators performing in a similar role, and the external labor market. A salary offer will be made within the targeted hiring range posted. Note a candidate's prior salary history will not be taken into consideration. Hiring Range Minimum: $96,938 Hiring Range Maximum: $134,588 WRPS offers a comprehensive benefits package to include medical/dental/vision, short-and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please visithttps://hmis.hanford.gov/hr/page.cfm/HEWTBenefits Relocation Funding Provided Yes U.S. Citizenship Required Yes Clearance Required No Job Classification Exempt Shift Work Required No This contractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. Applicants and employees have rights under Federal Employment Laws and are protected under federal law against discrimination. To view information regarding these rights, please click on these links: + Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights.pdf) + Pay Transparency Policy Statement + Family Medical Leave Act (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlaen.pdf) + Employee Polygraph Protection Act + WA State Paid Family Medical Leave (https://paidleave.wa.gov/app/uploads/2021/12/2021.12.Six-things-to-know-about-Paid-Leave.pdf)