The Business Services Directorate (BSD) provides high-quality business services to support the Lab's research initiatives by participating in cross-functional teams with a focus on risk mitigation and cost management, which is a critical component to the Lab's success.  Led by the Chief Financial Officer, Brookhaven’s Business Services Directorate includes the Budget Office, Fiscal Services Division, Procurement & Property Management Division, Chief Financial Office, and the Business Operations Offices.  The Directorate manages a broad range of financial activities, including the planning and implementation of the Lab’s fiscal matters and its approximately $800 million annual budget.

The mission of the Procurement and Property Management (PPM) Division is to provide support for purchasing services, materials, equipment and supplies for Brookhaven National Laboratory operations and programs. The Procurement and Property Management Division does the following:

• Provides internal customers with quality products and services in a timely manner at the lowest cost of ownership, i.e., “best value” using best commercial practices.

• Supports the Laboratory’s socioeconomic programs by using reliable small, small disadvantaged, women-owned, service- disabled veteran owned and HUB (historically underutilized business) Zone businesses.

• Ensures that acquisitions are conducted in compliance with BSA’s Prime Contract, applicable statutes and regulations, and in accordance with the highest ethics and standards.

• Oversight of BNL Property Management Program to effectively track and account for BNL assigned Government Property.

Organization Overview

Brookhaven National Laboratory’s Business Service Directorate (PR) Division seeks a Property Specialist. The Business Services Directorate provides high-quality business services to support the Laboratory's research initiatives by participating in cross-functional teams with a focus on risk mitigation and cost management critical components to the Lab's success. This position reports to the Property Warehouse Supervisor. The hours of operation/shift for this position are Monday- Friday 8am to 4:30pm.

Position Description

Under general supervision, the Property Specialist is responsible for providing support to the Property Management Section of the Procurement and Property Management Division. Carries out the established policies for the identification, tagging and control of the Laboratory's accountable assets. Assists Department/Division personnel in problem resolution and guidance in property matters. Conducts the biennial physical inventory of the controlled property. Assists the Property Manager in conducting walkthrough inspections as well as problem resolution. Responsible for receipt and classification of excess/surplus property generated by Laboratory organizations. Assists in the control of scrap disposals, sales and donation of property.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Completing purchase orders and tagging equipment

• Receiving EMR’s and completing EMR’s

• Opening the scrap yard

• Email and coordinate with custodians for inventory verification

• Completing annual inventory verification

• Verifying Mission Movements and Loans return

• Destroying and coordinating the destruction of high-risk equipment and retirement.

• It is understood that the above list of duties is not all inclusive of every duty performed by this position but does include the major elements in the job.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• High School or GED, or higher

• Must possess a valid NYS driver's license

• 2 years’ experience with inventory management

• General understanding and use of Microsoft Office Suite

• The candidate must be able to work Monday- Friday 8am to 4:30pm

• Detail oriented and excellent communication skills

• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills

• Can effectively collaborate with others

Preferred Qualification 

• Proficient with Microsoft

• Trained Forklift Operator

• Knowledgeable of DOE Property Management Regulations

Other Requirements

• Must meet the medical requirements of the “Job Assessment Form"

• Must have a telephone and must provide the number to BNL for callout and contact purposes

• Must possess written and verbal skills.

• Must be capable of following written instruction procedures, work orders, and similar documents.

• Must possess the writing skills to sufficiently complete work orders and other required documents

• Must be able to communicate verbally with customers, fellow workers, and supervisors

• Must be able to complete all the requirements of the Job Training Assessment

Environmental, Health, and Safety Requirement:

• Standing, Bending, Moderate (under 30 lbs.) to Sometimes Heavy (over 30 pounds) lifting

• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment/Clothing (PPE) (i.e. shoes, glasses, hardhat, hearing   protection)

• Will work in heat stress environment or cool temperatures below 60ºF

• Computer/keyboard work

• Ability to wear proper PPE such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and hearing protection

• Use of powered operated hand tools.

• Operate a forklift

The Lab’s placement policy is to select the best qualified candidate for an available position. With respect to Bargaining Unit positions, candidates are considered in the following order: (1) present benefits-eligible employees within the department/division and/or appropriate bargaining unit, with preference for those within the immediate work group; (2) present benefits-eligible employees within the Laboratory; and (3) outside applicants. Brookhaven Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable and competitive compensation. This position is part of a bargaining unit. The successful applicant will be required to join IBEW Local 2230 and maintain membership within 30 days of their start date. The starting salary for this position is $38.33 per hour.