Job Summary Is responsible for implementing the Radiation Safety Program at a site/facility or within various radiation safety disciplines, including managing staff. Ensures facilities and projects comply with applicable laws, rules, policies and procedures regulating radiation safety. Compiles compliance reports and oversees regulatory recordkeeping and submission of reports to regulatory agencies.
Job Duties/Tasks/Responsibilities
Provides oversight, direction and training to organization staff to ensure all radiation safety activities related to a site, program, project, function and/or facility process(es) are conducted in compliance with established rules, regulations, policies and procedures and to ensure high quality products and services for EnergySolutions customers.
Supervises various radiation safety disciplines such as radiological engineering, dosimetry, instrumentation, waste management and health physics.
Manages the development and implementation of training programs for staff on technical compliance procedures.
Ensures compliance with all local, state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to facility operations.
Completes radiation work plans and enforces compliance.
Develops and implements radiation safety procedures for radiation safety staff.
Provides training for radiation safety staff to ensure compliance with radiation safety procedures.
Manages the implementation of radiation safety procedures in response to new regulations at the federal, state and local levels.
Conducts daily surveys to keep a facility in compliance with licenses and regulations and ensures adequate staffing job coverage.
Compiles compliance reports and oversees regulatory recordkeeping and submission of reports to regulatory agencies.
Follows organizational policies and procedures and ensures staff is in compliance.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education, Experience and Certification Requirements
Education
High School diploma or GED
Certifications
None required
National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologist (NRRPT) certification preferred
Required Experience
A minimum of 6 years of experience in operational health physics
Preferred Experience
None
Required and Desired Skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills
General knowledge of local, state and federal radiation safety compliance regulations
General knowledge of the interpretation of local, state and federal radiation safety compliance regulations
General knowledge of the principles and practices of radiation safety
General knowledge of, and skill in using, radiation monitoring and laboratory research procedures and methods and instrumentation related to radiation safety
Detailed knowledge of operational health physics and general knowledge of one or more of the following areas: dosimetry, instrumentation and waste management
Demonstrated ability to collect, organize, analyze and report qualitative and quantitative data
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office products and their use (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint) and database applications
Physical/Mental Requirements and Working Conditions
Ability to lift, carry, push, pull up to 50 pounds; handle, grip, and reach above or below shoulder
Ability to use hands and feet to accomplish tasks as assigned
Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend/stoop, crouch, squat/kneel, crawl, twist at the waist and balance
Ability to climb hand-over-hand on ladders, stairs, and scaffold
Ability to effectively communicate; speaking, reading, understanding, writing and hearing clear English; pass audiogram in hearing conservation program as required by location
Basic math, and computer skills
Ability to perceive depth and adjust focus; basic hand/eye coordination
Ability to see close and distance, basic colors/shades, and peripheral vision
Ability to work inside an office, outside, and in extreme temperatures
Ability to work with machinery vibration, moving objects, and slippery/uneven walking surfaces
Ability to wear protective equipment such as: respirator, fall protection harness, goggles, ear plugs, hard hat, gloves, steel toe boots with or without shank, and full body protective clothing
Ability to work alone, work with others, and interact with the public
Ability to operate equipment, drive a vehicle and travel overnight
Ability to perform under deadline pressure
EnergySolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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