Radioactive Waste Project Lead RHP3 DOH8601
Radioactive Waste Project Lead RHP3 DOH8601
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Radiation Health Physicist 3 (RHP3
Radioactive Waste Project Lead
This is a field/homebased fulltime permanent position.
Our Office of Radiation Protection is seeking a dedicated leader to join the Office of Radiation Protection within the Division of Environmental Public Health. As a Project Lead for the Waste Management Section youll oversee the Radioactive Waste Program ensuring compliance with state and federal standards to protect public health from ionizing radiation.
In this role you will:
- Lead technical and support staff to advance the programs mission.
- Ensure radioactive waste activities meet state and federal standards.
- Support environmental justice efforts under the Healthy Environments for All (HEAL) Act.
- Collaborate with external partners and engage with overburdened communities.
Join us in shaping a safer healthier Washington!
Location and Flexibility:We value worklife balance and offer the convenience of remote work! This position will give you the option to work from home or from the closest DOH facility. Attending inperson events or working Inoffice is rarely required and would be scheduled in advance. This is a remote homebased position available to applicants residing anywhere in Washington State as well as those living near the Oregon/Washington border and the Idaho/Washington border.
Required Qualifications (you must meet ONE of the provided options and any additional criteria listed.:
Experience defined below may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities. Please ensure any relevant experience defined below is outlined in your cover letter resume and/or applicant profile.
Option 1: Eight 8 years of professional experience in an official radiation control programusing radiation detection and contamination survey instrumentsthat includes the application of As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) principles and dosimetry.
Option 2:Completion of Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP) AND two 2 or more years ofprofessional experience in an official radiation control programusing radiation detection and contamination survey instrumentsthat includes the application of As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) principles and dosimetry.
Option 3: A Bachelor of Science degree in physical science engineering or biological science AND four 4 years of professional experience in an official radiation control programusing radiation detection and contamination survey instrumentsthat includes the application of As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) principles and dosimetry.
Option 4: Master of Science degree in physical science engineering or biological science AND two 2 years of professional experience in an official radiation control programusing radiation detection and contamination survey instrumentsthat includes the application of As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) principles and dosimetry.
NOTE: An official radiation control program is a radiation control program that is large enough to devote fulltime staff to the review and control of the use of ionizing radiation with the intent of limiting and reducing human exposure to radiation.
Computer Skills:Use of computer word processing input data into databases related to work activities and communicate with others verbally and in writing including utilizing email systems.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in performing complex radioactive materials licensing actions and inspecting the facilities using radioactive materials for compliance with regulations and licenses.
- Experience in decommissioning of facilities that have used radioactive material.
- Working knowledge of Department of Health regulations pertaining to radiation protection 246 WAC)
- Experience with USDOT regulations pertaining to the transportation of radioactive materials
- Experience with investigating radiation incidents or accidents.
- Experience interpreting regulations and policies governing the use of radioactive materials.
- Skilled in the use of dose assessment or performance assessment models such as RESRAD visual sampling plan (VSP) GoldSim MicroShield and COMPLY.
- Project support experience that includes managing tasks and reporting progress to project managers
Benefits and Lifestyle
We prioritize your worklife balance and offer one of the most competitive benefits packages nationwide tailored to support your lifestyle. Discover more about Why DOH by visiting.
We are the Washington State Department of Health (DOH)
At DOH we safeguard public health in an everevolving world. Through collaboration with local health jurisdictions and state federal and private partners our programs and services impact every Washingtonian and visitor daily. Were driven by Equity Innovation and Engagement as outlined in ourTransformational Plan for the future of Washington health.
Conditions of Employment:
This position is covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.
I am prepared with or without accommodations to do the following:
- Commit to a fulltime 40hour workweek schedule (flexible work schedule requests must be approved by a supervisor).
- Communicate through applications such as MS Teams and MS Outlook and by phone while working remotely.
- Adjust my work schedule occasionally to align with business needs which may entail working evenings and weekends.
- Some work may require working in an environment where exposure to radiation is likely and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required and determined by the level of hazard.
- Relocate or transfer objects and materials weighing up to 40 pounds with or without accommodation.
- Perform my job duties either remotely from home or inperson at the designated DOH site location.
- Occasional travel may be necessary sometimes requiring overnight stays or trips out of state. You must be able to legally drive a vehicle or arrange alternative transportation for state business.
- Engage in emergency response exercises and highpriority assignments as assigned during emergency events.
APPLICATION DIRECTIONS:
To apply click Apply and complete the application. Attach your resume and cover letter.
In your Applicant Profile include at least three professional references (including a supervisor a peer and someone youve supervised or led if applicable). Please do not include private information such as social security number or year of birth.
Doattach the following:
- Resume
- Cover letter
- DD214 (if applicable)
Veterans Preference: Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD214 (Member 4 copy) NGB 22 or a signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please remove or cover any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers and birth year
Do notinclude or attach the following these documents or details will not be reviewed:
- REMOVE personal photos do not submit any documents containing personal photos.
- Transcripts (unless specifically requested in the Application Directions)
- Certifications or Diplomas
- Projects or Portfolios
- Letters of Recommendation
Equity Diversity and Inclusion: We regard diversity as the foundation of our strength recognizing that differing insights and abilities enable us to reflect the unique needs of the communities we serve.
DOH is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race/ethnicity/color creed sex pregnancy age religion national origin marital status the presence or perception of a disability veterans status military status genetic information sexual orientation gender expression or gender identity.
Questions and Accommodations: If you have questions need accommodation in the application or selection process or need information in an alternative format contact Andrea ThiemeatFor general DOH recruitment questions email the Talent Acquisition Team at. Deaf or hard of hearing contact Washington Relay Service at 711; individuals outside of Washington State contact Washington Relay Service at.
Technical Support: Reach out to NEOGOV directly atfor technical support and login issues.
Supplemental Information
This recruitment may be used to fill positions of the same job classification across the agency. Once all the position(s) from the recruitment are filled the candidate pool may be used to fill additional open positions for the next sixty 60 days.
Only applicants who follow the directions and complete the Application Process in full will have their responses reviewed for consideration.
Experience and education selected listed or detailed in the Supplemental Questions must be verifiable on the submitted applicant profile.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
