Logistics / Shipping and Receiving Specialist I (#1878)

BACKGROUND

The National Biodefense Analysis and Countermeasures Center (NBACC) is a one-of-a-kind facility located on Fort Detrick in Frederick MD and is dedicated to defending the nation against biological threats. Its work supports DHS and National biodefense preparedness planning, response, emerging threat characterization and bioforensic analyses. It is the first national laboratory created by DHS in response to biodefense gaps identified following the Amerithrax attacks of 2001 and has been operated by the Battelle National Biodefense Institute (BNBI) since 2006. Since its inception, NBACC and its staff have filled critical shortfalls in our scientific knowledge of biological agents needed to protect the public and defend the Nation from biological threats, whether naturally occurring, accidental, or deliberate and provided federal law enforcement with scientific data to support the investigation and attribution of biocrimes and protection of the US bioeconomy.

NBACC includes two centers: the National Bioforensic Analysis Center (NBFAC), which conducts the technical analyses in support of federal law enforcement investigations, and the National Biological Threat Characterization Center (NBTCC), which conducts experiments and studies to obtain data required for a better understanding of biological vulnerabilities and hazards. Together these centers offer a unique national resource for understanding the risks posed by biological agents and emerging technologies to inform biodefense policy and response planning and the operational capability to support the investigation, prosecution, and prevention of biocrimes and bioterrorism.

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Provides logistic and technical support for the NBACC, the NBFAC, the NBTCC and the Facility Operations department.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma and 0-4 years of shipping and receiving experience are required.
• Experience shipping regulated (DOT/IATA) hazardous materials by ground and by air, and also having specific expertise in shipping hazard classes 6.1 and 6.2 is preferred.
• Operations experience in biomedical or biocontainment (BSL-2, BSL-3) laboratories is desired.
• Must be familiar with the use of PC-based office automation and Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).
• Proficiency and clarity in both written and oral communications are essential.
• Must demonstrate strong organizational skills and a proven track record of working independently and as a team player.
• Able to prioritize responsibilities.
• Possesses current driver's license and good driving record in order to operate Government Furnished Vehicle.
• Skills and experience to support laboratory activities and work in accordance with NBACC's management system (e.g., ISO).
• Must be a citizen of the United States, able to obtain and maintain an interim secret clearance leading to a top secret clearance and suitability for DHS.
• Participation in the Immunization Program, Medical Surveillance Program, and/or enrollment in the Personnel Reliability Program (PRP) may be required, dependent upon position and/or business needs.
• May be required to participate in NBACC's alternative work schedule and/or on-call schedule, dependent upon business needs.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receives and verifies incoming shipments, internal distribution of materials received and preparation of material for shipment.
• Procurement and coordination of transportation vendors' services.
• Security/safety screening of incoming USPS mail.
• Assists with the purchasing and receipt of equipment and supplies.
• Obtains quotes and specifications for equipment and supplies.
• Places orders using established NBACC processes and tracking with the LIMS database.
• Tracks packing slips and other paperwork necessary for quality verification and procurement control.
• May assist Government Property Team as needed for inventory and administrative needs.
• May assist Laboratory Logistics group as needed performing BSL-2 and BSL-3 laboratory support tasks.
• May assist custodial staff, depending on staffing.
• Maintains and encourages the maintenance of a safe workplace. Attends safety trainings applicable to position and reports safety issues immediately.
• Performs occasional local travel as required.
• Escorts vendors and technical representatives throughout the facility when necessary.
• Must be a team player, communicate clearly, be open to hearing ideas and suggestions from others, diffuse situations, and exercise empathy and patience with colleagues.
• Must have the ability to multi-task, maintain composure under pressure, and utilize effective time management skills to prioritize tasks.
• Must be a self-starter driven by an eagerness to succeed, maintain flexibility, adapt to change in a productive and positive manner, learn new concepts, and utilize critical thinking to resolve complex problems.
• Maintains appropriate records.
• Performs other duties as assigned/authorized.