Radiation Protection Section Manager (HR-0154)

Radiation Protection Section Manager
Job Code: RADCON02
Grade Level: 15 (Exempt)

PER SOCCo Policy DND-HR-PRO-00001: Internal employees must be in current position for (1) year or greater to be eligible to apply.

Position Overview
Under limited supervision, performs Radiation Protection job functions as assigned by the Radiation
Protection Manager (RPM) and Project management. Typical job responsibilities are to assist and
support management in evaluating, monitoring and interpreting levels of radiation and contamination at
the PORTS site, determining appropriate preventative measures to limit exposure of site personnel, data
collection and analysis, and ensuring that site operations are conducted in accordance with contractual,
statutory and regulatory requirements and procedures. Provide direct oversight to Radiation Protection
Supervisors, Radiation Protection Engineers and indirect oversight of Radiation Protection Leads And
Radiological Control Technicians. The specific work assignment may include duties or activities that
assist and support management in one or more of the following functional areas, in addition to other
duties as assigned:
 Plans, schedules and organizes the work to ensure utilization of employees and compliance with all
contract requirements, quality standards and budgetary guidelines
 Ensures staffing levels of supervised personnel are maintained in a manner which allows the effective
execution of the assigned scope of work at all times
 Instructs employees on work methods and performance expectations
 Provides leadership and motivation to subordinate personnel
 Maintains close working relationship with senior management and/or operational management in
ensuring radiological control services are being properly executed and needs of the company are met
 Interfaces with groups inside and outside the organization, senior management, auditors and client
representatives
 Develop or review/update of various plans, policies or procedures as needed
 Responsible for personnel actions and performance appraisals
 Some budgetary responsibility
 Directs all activities associated with the development and implementation of policies, procedures and
systems
 Develops training programs for site personnel involved in radiological control work and assists in
establishing operation standards
 Must be capable of understanding and performing methods and processes
 Participates in planning experiments related to measurements of radioactive materials
 Makes recommendations for corrective measures to reduce contamination levels when excessive
contamination levels are detected
 Responsible for planning day to day activities of the Radiation Protection team
 Responds to radioactive spills and contaminated personnel
 Generates reports for management
 Proficient in a wide variety of Radiation Protection support tasks
 Leads training of less experienced technicians
 Performs a variety of tasks complex to significantly difficult in nature
 Other job related duties as assigned

May be assigned as Engineering Manager:
Under limited supervision, performs Radiation Protection job functions as assigned by the Radiation Protection Manager (RPM) and Project management; responsible for supporting the development and oversight of the implementation of the DOE approved Radiation Protection Program (RPP) under 10 CFR 835 as assigned by RPM. Duties include but are not limited to oversight of RP Program staff. Responsibilities are to develop and support management in evaluating, monitoring and interpreting levels of radiation and contamination at the PORTS site and determine appropriate preventative measures to limit exposure of site personnel, environment and the public. Responsible for the programmatic aspects to ensure that RP programs support the accurate collection of data and analysis, ensuring that site operations are conducted in accordance with contractual, statutory and regulatory requirements and all applicable procedures. Provide program support to Radiation Protection Section Managers assigned to projects, Radiation Protection Supervisors, Radiation Protection Engineers and indirect support to Radiation Protection Leads and Radiological Control Technicians to ensure program and regulatory compliance. The specific work assignment may include duties or activities that assist and support management in one or more of the following functional areas, in addition to other duties as assigned:
 Plans, develops, performs Management Assessments, schedules and integrates radiation protection program elements to ensure utilization of employees and compliance with all contract requirements, quality standards and budgetary guidelines as directed.
 Ensures site radiological instrumentation inventory is adequate, develops procedures and assesses that instrumentation is calibrated and functional in support of the Project mission.
 Some budgetary responsibility.
 Technical oversight of basis document and procedure development as directed.
 Responsible for personnel performance actions and performance appraisals
 As assigned by the RPM supports the development and implementation of policies, procedures and systems supporting the Radiation Protection Program elements
 Must be capable of understanding and performing methods and processes related to health physics
 Generates reports related to worker exposure and oversight of Dosimetry Program.
 Proficient in a wide variety of Radiation Protection support tasks
 Performs a variety of tasks complex to significantly difficult in nature
 Maintains knowledge of and demonstrates ability to perform work safely in accordance with all approved safety policies, procedures and applicable regulations and performs assigned duties in a safe manner. If supervising others, has responsibility for the safety of those being supervised and ensures they comply with established safety policies and procedures and practice safe work habits
 Actively participates in Safety Work Groups

Working Conditions
Work in an environmental restoration atmosphere (outdated and/or abandoned facilities). Potential exposure to equipment movement hazards, dangerous chemicals/solvents or hazardous and radioactive materials if proper safety procedures are not followed.
Ability to wear respirator and other protective equipment to enter various types of potentially hazardous areas (such as but not limited to chemical, dust fumes, mists, heat stress factors, etc.).
Ability to carry several instruments/equipment or tools while walking extensively. Potential prolonged walking/standing, repeated pushing/pulling.
Ability to perform medium to very heavy work, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, non-repetitive, up to 50 pounds of force occasionaly (any exertion of force/lifting greater than 45 pounds requires usage of a two person “buddy system”), and/or more than 20 pounds of force constantly, repetitive; performing such activities as lifting, lowering, carrying, pushing, pulling, standing, walking, grasping, kneeling, stooping, reaching.
Potential for prolonged driving of or riding in a motor vehicle, machine operation, and/or working around moving equipment/machinery or motorized vehicles (such as but not limited to car, truck, golf cart, gator, heavy equipment).
Ability to work in confined areas, tanks, heat stress conditions, high noise and areas with radiation and chemical hazards.
Environmental conditions may include weather or temperature extremes, inclement weather (such as but not limited to wind, rain, excessive heat, excessive cold, snow/ice, etc.)
May be required to operate company vehicle during the course of work. All safety and DOT regulations and procedures must be adhered to at all times.
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. Principal duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the overall purpose of this job.
This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform job-related duties as requested by management. All requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

Required Skills

Required Skills

Demonstrated ability to lead an organization and think independently

Active DOE security clearance or the ability to obtain

Strong interpersonal and communications skills

Attention to detail

Intermediate PC skills including Microsoft software

Strong math/science skills/aptitude

Preferred Skills

Dosimetry experience is preferred for this position

Required Experience

Minimum Requirements
BS/BA degree in Health Physics, Engineering, Science or Math or a related field and 10 years of
operational health physics experience, 5 years health physics supervisory experience, 3 years of experience in the DOE/NNSA complex or a Gaseous Diffusion Enrichment facility, and NRRPT certification, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.