Job Description

Do you consider yourself an excellent teammate who would love to help a growing group?

Do you like working with people and integrate activities to ensure team success?

Would you value working in an environment that rewards creative thinking and focuses on top service?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL.

We are seeking a dedicated, hardworking, team member to supervise the Receiving/Mail Distribution Section. As a member of our team, you'll contribute to APL's success by ensure incoming packages are received and recorded in accordance with sound business practices, packages are delivered in a timely manner, incoming and outgoing mail is sorted and distributed and manage the post office that provides USPS services to APL's staff. We are passionate about customer service and with your help, we will remain a valued partner throughout the organization.

As a Receiving Section Supervisor...

• You will support staff development and coach staff as necessary, including receiving partner feedback throughout the year. Inspire and empower staff to create a culture that embraces technical excellence, problem solving, diversity of thought, inclusion, and continual improvement
• You will communicate often with staff regarding organizational vision and purpose and the development of goals toward desired outcomes, and provide continual feedback and coaching support
• You will draft personnel requisitions, interview candidates and collaborate on the hiring decisions, fostering diversity and innovation, and ensuring administrative knowledge is exchanged within and beyond the function. In addition, you will provide performance coaching and input for the salary review process
• You will work collaboratively across the Department and Lab to foster partnering to maximize the impact to the organization and assist in a creating a climate conducive to creativity, collaboration, diversity of ideas and respect for others

You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you...

• Possess a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field or equivalent relevant experience in the receiving/logistics field
• Seven or more years ' experience in an enterprise receiving environment leading and managing staff
• Demonstrate the ability to think strategically and lead change all the time working in a practical manner to ensure that change is delivered in a sustainable way
• Demonstrate the ability to motivate, inspire, mentor and develop staff
• Have the ability to cultivate strong relationships across organizational boundaries, with excellent interpersonal and organizational skills within a team environment
• Demonstrate the ability to set direction and implement plans to achieve goals and build capabilities including the pursuit of new initiatives
• Possess unquestionable integrity with exceptional communication skills and ability to effectively interact with all levels of staff. with a track record of excellent judgment and discretion
• Possess a valid driver's license. If selected you will be subject to a driving record evaluation
• Are able to obtain Secret level security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you...

• Have knowledge/experience with MS Office suite products (Work, Excel and Outlook).

Why work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

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APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place.

The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

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