Radiation Safety Officer 04008 NWP

Description

The Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) is responsible for the day-to-day management and implementation of the Radiation Protection Program at a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers FUSRAP Project. The project involves remediation of radiological and chemical contaminants from the site soils. The RSO will interact closely with the project team including project management, field crews, radiological control technicians, safety professionals and subcontractors. The project has an accredited on-site laboratory to perform near “real time’ analysis of soils and water as well as air sample analysis for personal, general area and perimeter monitoring

• Management of radiological control technicians.
• Provide training (Radiological Worker II) to personnel as needed to support project training requirements.
• Personnel participate in a readiness demonstration prior to performing a task.
• Attend meetings as requested to support management team and project objectives.
• Ensure all project personnel are trained on radiation safety topics commensurate with assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Preparation and review of deliverables – Radiological surveys, Radiation Work Permits (RWPs), technical data packages / reports, air monitoring reports, radiological characterization reports
• Oversee field implementation of radiation safety procedures – Contamination control, free-release surveys, TLD’s, Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE), radiological postings
• Review and revision of project work plans and procedures.
• Ensure occupational safety hazards and hazard controls are properly addressed in the design or modification of new facilities or processes (with emphasis on hazard elimination).
• Identification and mitigation of radiological hazards during work planning and execution.

Requirements

Government Clearance: Ability to Obtain

Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance.

Master’s degree in a related field, NRRPT certification, CHP Certification.

Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.

Travel Required: No (Only required if not local to Luckey, OH)

• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in management or supervision of technical and field staff.
• Working knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local occupational safety and health regulations.
• Ability to wear a powered air purifying respirator.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Experience with Multi-Agency Radiation Survey and Site Investigation Manual (MARSSIM) techniques.
• Specialty training, including but not limited to: radiation safety instrumentation, air monitoring (occupational and effluent), shielding, internal and external dosimetry, non-destructive assay (gamma and alpha spectroscopy), nuclear criticality safety and respiratory protection.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in Final Status Survey (FSS) plan development and/or implementation to address MARSSIM.
• A minimum of ten (10) years of experience in the development and/or management and implementation of radiation safety programs for HTRW remediation, facility D&D, or other projects with hazards similar to the Luckey site, preferably involving beryllium, lead, and radionuclides.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, and stoop for up to six hours per day.
• Radiation safety equipment, tools, and materials necessary for task execution are available, calibrated, and tested.
• Ability to handle different and unrelated processes and methods. Decisions regarding what needs to be done.
• Requires excellent interpersonal and communication skills in dealing with others to ensure that customer requests or needs are met. Acknowledges and clarifies customer inquiries, requests, or complaints to ensure that needs are identified, documented, and addressed.
• Knowledge and experience in the use of radiation protection instrumentation.
• Ability to write plans, procedures, routine reports, operating instructions and correspondence
• The ability to facilitate corrective action, monitor work, and coordinate the activities of others as it pertains to health and safety.
• Demonstrated ability to interface with clients, manage customer expectations and satisfaction, provide status reports to internal and external stakeholders.
• Must be able to travel to the site at least 50% of the time.
• Technical and field radiation safety personnel needed to perform project tasks are trained and qualified commensurate with assigned duties and responsibilities.
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited school in health physics, engineering, science or related field.
• Must be able to obtain a Normal BeLPT prior to working on site.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations to support data analysis.
• Thorough working knowledge of computer application for databases, spreadsheets, statistical analysis, and word processing (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint).

Benefits

Combination of indoor office and outdoor working environment.

North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health, life, and disability insurance benefits, 401(k) with company match, generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company, we are committed to employee wellness, professional development, and work-life balance. We value safety, reliability, and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy, visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.

Minimum Qualifications

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Helpline +1.208.528.8718 or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form to get assistance.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance