What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Assistant position at Idaho National Laboratory?
Idaho National Laboratory is seeking an Administrative Assistant. This position is located at our Materials and Fuels Complex. Our team works a 4x10 schedule every Friday off.
INL is recognized as the lead national laboratory for DOE-NE, providing much of the nuclear research, development, and demonstration capability needed to move nuclear innovation forward to deployment. MFC hosts a unique combination of personnel, facilities and infrastructure and offers the ability to perform research and development of nuclear fuels from fuel design and fabrication through post irradiation analysis.
You will provide administrative support to line managers and organizational staff. Prepares correspondence and reports, schedules meetings, and performs related office functions.
Responsibilities
The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, bend, operate a computer keyboard or type, handle materials, or reach with hands and arms performing the essential functions of the classification. The duties require sitting for long periods, accessing stored file boxes and file cabinets, and moving and organizing physical file materials. The employee must occasionally lift 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this classification include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus, conduct research and inspect materials. Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing abilities required by this classification includes those which permit the employee to discern verbal instructions, communicate effectively in person, by telephone or electronic mail. While performing the duties of this classification, the employee works in an office setting where the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Benefits and Relocation
INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy’s mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world’s energy future and secure our nation’s critical infrastructure.
INL Mission
Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.
INL Vision
Our vision is to change the world’s energy future and secure our nation’s critical infrastructure.
Selective Service Requirements
To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Reasonable Accommodation
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Other Information
When applying to positions please provide a resume and answer all questions on the following screens. Applicants, who fail to provide a resume or answer the questions, may be deemed ineligible for consideration.
INL does not accept resumes from third party vendors unsolicited.
Primary Location
United States
Job
Business Services Assistant
Organization
Materials & Fuels Complex-MFC (Uxxx)
Schedule
Full-time
Employee Status
Regular
Job Posting
Jan 7, 2026, 3:34:15 PM
Unposting Date
Jan 14, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
RELOCATION
Position NOT Relocation Eligible
TELEWORK
On-Site Worker
INL is recognized as the lead national laboratory for DOE-NE, providing much of the nuclear research, development, and demonstration capability needed to move nuclear innovation forward to deployment. MFC hosts a unique combination of personnel, facilities and infrastructure and offers the ability to perform research and development of nuclear fuels from fuel design and fabrication through post irradiation analysis.
You will provide administrative support to line managers and organizational staff. Prepares correspondence and reports, schedules meetings, and performs related office functions.
Responsibilities
- Compose, edit, and proof a variety of documents, reports, and correspondence. Design and/or create charts and graphs to be used in oral presentations. Initiate and respond directly to correspondence of both routine and nonroutine nature. Respond to problems/inquires and completes periodic and special reports.
- Order supplies by generating requisitions through the company provided systems. Is the Point of Contact (POC) and escort for vendors performing maintenance on office or facility equipment.
- Receive, refer, and/or answer inquiries regarding organizational activities.
- Efficiently manage and coordinate multiple calendars/schedules with accuracy and efficiency while prioritizing time management needs.
- Proactively resolve scheduling conflicts and coordinate collaborative meetings.
- Support office operations by coordinating requests for information or providing general direction to others across INL.
- Coordinate travel accommodations for organization(s) and prepare travel expense records.
- Handle classified and unclassified sensitive data and materials according to protocol while maintaining all security and safety protocols.
- Advise managers on decisions to retain, store, or destroy organization records, ensuring special record-keeping requirements are met for various record classifications.
- Ensure confidentiality and security of sensitive and controlled documents.
- Facilitate phone/move requests, logistical space coordination, onboarding of new employees, and other service requests.
- Monitors status of critical items, assignments, and deadlines to ensure timely completion.
- May escort un-cleared visitors as requested.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Level 3: Graduation from high school or equivalency and 4 years related experience.
- This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "L/Q" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office including extensive knowledge of MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Experience managing multiple calendars and schedules.
- Experience working at Materials and Fuels Complex.
- The pay range for this position is: Level 3 ($22.93/hour -$37.82/hour). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
- TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.
- Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.
The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, bend, operate a computer keyboard or type, handle materials, or reach with hands and arms performing the essential functions of the classification. The duties require sitting for long periods, accessing stored file boxes and file cabinets, and moving and organizing physical file materials. The employee must occasionally lift 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this classification include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus, conduct research and inspect materials. Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing abilities required by this classification includes those which permit the employee to discern verbal instructions, communicate effectively in person, by telephone or electronic mail. While performing the duties of this classification, the employee works in an office setting where the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Benefits and Relocation
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
- Paid time off (personal leave)
- Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
- Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.
INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy’s mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world’s energy future and secure our nation’s critical infrastructure.
INL Mission
Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.
INL Vision
Our vision is to change the world’s energy future and secure our nation’s critical infrastructure.
Selective Service Requirements
To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Reasonable Accommodation
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Other Information
When applying to positions please provide a resume and answer all questions on the following screens. Applicants, who fail to provide a resume or answer the questions, may be deemed ineligible for consideration.
INL does not accept resumes from third party vendors unsolicited.
Primary Location
United States
Job
Business Services Assistant
Organization
Materials & Fuels Complex-MFC (Uxxx)
Schedule
Full-time
Employee Status
Regular
Job Posting
Jan 7, 2026, 3:34:15 PM
Unposting Date
Jan 14, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
RELOCATION
Position NOT Relocation Eligible
TELEWORK
On-Site Worker
Salary : $23 - $38