The Nuclear Safety Specialist shall support the Department of Energy, Environmental Management–Las Alamos (EM-LA) oversight of the EM-LA cleanup contractor(s)’s occupational radiation protection program including: program management support, support in oversight/performance assurance, procedure reviews and development, assessment of qualifications and training, operations and logistics support, radiological engineering support, external and internal dosimetry program oversight, and provide support in the evaluation of off-normal events and employee concern investigations related to radiological issues. To provide services which may include, but are not limited to, the following primary responsibilities: reviews nuclear facility safety documentation including document safety analyses (DSAs) and Safety Evaluation Reports (SERS). This includes development and review of safety basis documents. Support analysis and provide independent verification for nuclear safety processes. Review and monitor underground retrieval activities and procedures. Participate in safety assessments and/or walk-throughs. Review Unresolved Safety Question (USQ) documents and activities. Support implementation and compliance with DOE Orders and Federal Regulations.

• Support EM-LA in planning, coordinating, and evaluating activities necessary to the overall management of the EM-LA radiation safety programs to ensure compliance with 10 CFR 835, and DOE Order 458.1.
• Review radiation protection/health physics programs, plans, and procedures and assist in the development of local policies, plans, and procedures where necessary, to fully establish the radiation safety requirements for EM field activities, including evaluation of the EM-LA cleanup contractor(s)’s plans and procedures for radiological safety during transportation of radioactive materials and waste.
• May also provide support to EM-LA in evaluating the adequacy of subcontractor programs.
• Support EM-LA plans, schedules, and conduct periodic inspections and evaluations for the following: facilities, equipment, and EM field operations including identifying deficiencies in the programs and variances to the radiation protection regulations and standards using a comprehensive knowledge of radiation protection regulations, standards, procedures, methods, and techniques.
• Document and review inspection findings, initiate an appropriate program improvement based on findings, and prepare formal reports for dissemination to appropriate parties.
• Advise key managerial personnel of courses of actions affecting facility radiation safety operations, work processes and environmental conditions which impact on the radiation safety and exposure of personnel.
• Recommend appropriate measures to eliminate or control radiation hazards in field operations.
• Support EM-LA in planned and unplanned surveillances, inspections, and assessments of the radiation protection policies and programs, and evaluate the adequacy of the radiation program implementation at facilities, for equipment, and in field operations under the cognizance of EM-LA.
• Identify non-compliances, findings, and deficiencies with the requirements of Regulations, standards, procedures, and methods, and document these as well as areas for improvement in a formal report for dissemination to the appropriate parties.
• Ensure that the results of all oversight activities are retained and tracked in the EM-LA corrective action tracking system to closure. Re-occurring non-compliances shall be recognized and additional efforts focused on providing recommendations for corrective actions to prevent re-occurrence.
• Perform verification assessments to ensure the adequacy and effectiveness of corrective actions. EM-LA key management personnel are to be briefed on any planned or current activities which may affect the radiation safety of personnel as a result of facility operations, work processes, or environmental conditions.
• Recommend appropriate measures to eliminate or control radiation hazards in all field operations under the cognizance of EM-LA.

Education

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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Health Physics or specialization in physics, radio biology, radiological physics, radiation biophysics, or other health physics related subjects.

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Health Physics or specialization in physics, radio biology, radiological physics, radiation biophysics, or other health physics related subjects preferred.

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Experience*

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Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in Industrial, Federal, State, or other directly related background that has provided specialize experience in Nuclear Safety.

• Experience with 10 CFR 830.204, Documented Safety Analysis, DOE Guide 421.1-2 and safety basic requirements for environmental restoration and decommissioning activities.
• DOE environmental remediation project experience preferred.

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License, Cert or Registration*

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Professional certification (such as Nuclear or Health Physicist).

• Current drivers’ license
• Proof of U.S. citizenship or proof of authorization to work in the U.S.
• This position may require reviews and test for absence of any illegal drugs.

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Special knowledge, skills, & abilities*

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Knowledge with 10 CFR 830.204, Documented Safety Analysis, DOE Guide 421.1-2 and safety basic requirements for environmental restoration and decommissioning activities.

• Knowledge of DOE O 231.1B (radiological portion) 458.1 and 10 CFR 835.

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SKT, Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veteran/Disabled employer.*
*This job is eligible for Employee Referral Bonus*

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $175,000.00 - $190,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

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