Health Physics Field Coordinator 1/2
- Req. Number: IRC142355
- Organization : RP-TA55/Radiation Protection TA55 Support
- City, State: Los Alamos, New Mexico
What You Will Do
This position will be filled at either Health Physics Field Coordinator 1 or Health Physics Field Coordinator 2, depending on the skills of the selected candidate(s). Additional job responsibilities, outlined below, will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.
The Radiation Protection Division has a need for an operational Health Physics Field Coordinator (HPFC) supporting LANL programs and projects at the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) deployed Health Physics group RP-TA55. Reporting to the RP-TA55 Radiation Protection Manager, the operational HPFC is responsible for ensuring the implementation of the Radiation Protection (RP) program while supporting work execution. Provides Health Physics radiation protection services and support and ensures radiological controls are correctly applied for radiological work and high hazard radiological work. The HPFC will assist the Radiation Protection Program, by supporting work execution and coordinating Radiological Control Technicians resources. HPFC will interact with construction, maintenance, and Programmatic personnel to help ensure the appropriate radiological controls are in place, provide guidance and mentoring to assigned RCTS, respond to radiological incidents, and ensure work documents and permits are readily available for work.
Health Physics Field Coordinator 1 Salary Range: (96,600-158,000)
Health Physics Field Coordinator 1 is a working technician who may also serve as the primary point of contact for planning, coordination of resources, and ensuring radiological work planning controls are correctly applied. Implements the essential components of the Radiation Protection Program. Developing professional expertise, applies Laboratory policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues. Provides resolutions to an assortment of problems of moderately complex scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Contributes to the fulfillment of projects and organizational objectives.
Health Physics Field Coordinator 2 Salary Range: $106,400- $176,000
In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, Health Physics Field Coordinator 2 will have: specialized knowledge and demonstrated experience responding to radiological incidents and emergencies, demonstrated in depth problem solving and analytical skills as well as the demonstrated ability to prepare and present radiological safety/protection reports to peers and managers in the directorate. Must be able to obtain TSQP qualification (LANL provide training). May act as lead person or technical advisor on small to medium projects related to radiation protection. May also act as mentor and provide technical and professional to less experienced health physicists and technicians.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Health Physics Field Coordinator 1:
Health Physics Field Coordinator 2:
In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification and the higher level requires:
Education/Experience Requirements:
Health Physics Field Coordinator 1: Position requires an Associate's Degree in Health Physics, Business, or related field and 2 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the position
Health Physics Field Coordinator: Position requires Bachelor's Degree in Health Physics, Business, or related field and 5 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
426.2 Requirements: Requires a High School Diploma and 3 years nuclear experience. Full-time related academic training (e.g., degree programs, trade schools, vocational programs, etc.) may be substituted on a one-for-one basis for up to 2 years nuclear experience.
Desired Qualifications:
Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation): Depth perception, binocular vision, reading vision, ability to speak, ability to discriminate speech, ability to hear in a normal range (500 to 3000 hz), standing, walking, use stairs, fixed ladders and ladders up to six feet, ability to lift 50 pounds and carry 35 pounds, and ability to wear respiratory/protective equipment.
Work Environment: Work at High elevation (7300-foot) in physically demanding environments near sources of ionizing radiation/contamination: indoors in radiological work areas.
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Work Schedule: This position may require 24/7 coverage, which could involve working a shift/weekend schedule. Employees may be eligible for shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager.
Position Commitment:
Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants:
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
Additional Details
Directive 206.2: Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2[SP1] . Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
426.2: This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities, which establishes entry-level requirements to ensure candidates selected for specific positions can successfully perform the requirements of the job.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Regular Position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
This position will be filled at either Health Physics Field Coordinator 1 or Health Physics Field Coordinator 2, depending on the skills of the selected candidate(s). Additional job responsibilities, outlined below, will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.
The Radiation Protection Division has a need for an operational Health Physics Field Coordinator (HPFC) supporting LANL programs and projects at the Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) deployed Health Physics group RP-TA55. Reporting to the RP-TA55 Radiation Protection Manager, the operational HPFC is responsible for ensuring the implementation of the Radiation Protection (RP) program while supporting work execution. Provides Health Physics radiation protection services and support and ensures radiological controls are correctly applied for radiological work and high hazard radiological work. The HPFC will assist the Radiation Protection Program, by supporting work execution and coordinating Radiological Control Technicians resources. HPFC will interact with construction, maintenance, and Programmatic personnel to help ensure the appropriate radiological controls are in place, provide guidance and mentoring to assigned RCTS, respond to radiological incidents, and ensure work documents and permits are readily available for work.
Health Physics Field Coordinator 1 Salary Range: (96,600-158,000)
Health Physics Field Coordinator 1 is a working technician who may also serve as the primary point of contact for planning, coordination of resources, and ensuring radiological work planning controls are correctly applied. Implements the essential components of the Radiation Protection Program. Developing professional expertise, applies Laboratory policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues. Provides resolutions to an assortment of problems of moderately complex scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Contributes to the fulfillment of projects and organizational objectives.
Health Physics Field Coordinator 2 Salary Range: $106,400- $176,000
In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, Health Physics Field Coordinator 2 will have: specialized knowledge and demonstrated experience responding to radiological incidents and emergencies, demonstrated in depth problem solving and analytical skills as well as the demonstrated ability to prepare and present radiological safety/protection reports to peers and managers in the directorate. Must be able to obtain TSQP qualification (LANL provide training). May act as lead person or technical advisor on small to medium projects related to radiation protection. May also act as mentor and provide technical and professional to less experienced health physicists and technicians.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Health Physics Field Coordinator 1:
- Knowledge and experience with nuclear material radiation protection principles, practices and ability to implement those principles in at least one area of health physics (e.g. accelerators, reactors, actinides, dosimetry, instrumentation, etc.).
- Knowledge and experience with radiation monitoring, personnel exposure control, dosimetry, calibration of instrumentation and other health physics activities.
- Knowledge and experience with radiological controls and the surveillance of related safety measures and requirements.
- Knowledge and experience responding to radiological incidents and emergencies.
- Experience and demonstrated skill in conducting research, investigating alternative solutions, and recommending solutions on problems affecting radiological safety/protection.
- Skill to conceptualize and communicate major elements of radiation control procedures to both technical and non- technical personnel.
- Skill in the preparation and presentation of radiological safety/protection reports. Knowledge of the Laboratory's radiological safety policies, practices, and procedures.
- Knowledge of legal requirements and environmental impacts affecting radiological safety/protection. Demonstrated knowledge of radiation protections reporting systems.
- The selected candidate must be able to obtain and hold a DOE Q Clearance.
- Ability to obtain DOE Radiological Control Technician Certification Requirement.
Health Physics Field Coordinator 2:
In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification and the higher level requires:
- Specialized knowledge and experience with nuclear material radiation protection principles, practices and ability to implement those principles in at least one area of health physics (e.g. accelerators, reactors, actinides, dosimetry, instrumentation, etc.).
- Extensive experience with radiation monitoring, personnel exposure control, dosimetry, calibration of instrumentation and other health physics activities.
- In-depth problem-solving skills, analytical skills and the ability to execute special assignments or procedure development consistent with radiation protection regulatory drivers.
- In-depth knowledge and experience with radiological controls and the surveillance of related safety measures and requirements.
- Knowledge and experience responding to radiological incidents and emergencies.
- In-depth knowledge of the Laboratory's radiological safety policies, practices, and procedures. Knowledge of legal requirements and environmental impacts affecting radiological safety/protection. Demonstrated significant knowledge of Rad Protection reporting systems
- Experience with Microsoft Access or Excel for report generation, presentation and trending.
Education/Experience Requirements:
Health Physics Field Coordinator 1: Position requires an Associate's Degree in Health Physics, Business, or related field and 2 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the position
Health Physics Field Coordinator: Position requires Bachelor's Degree in Health Physics, Business, or related field and 5 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
426.2 Requirements: Requires a High School Diploma and 3 years nuclear experience. Full-time related academic training (e.g., degree programs, trade schools, vocational programs, etc.) may be substituted on a one-for-one basis for up to 2 years nuclear experience.
Desired Qualifications:
- Working knowledge of actinide processing health physics.
- Working knowledge of air monitoring and contamination control, including containment tents and glove bags.
- Working knowledge of legal requirements and environmental impacts affecting radiological safety/protection.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Active Q clearance.
Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation): Depth perception, binocular vision, reading vision, ability to speak, ability to discriminate speech, ability to hear in a normal range (500 to 3000 hz), standing, walking, use stairs, fixed ladders and ladders up to six feet, ability to lift 50 pounds and carry 35 pounds, and ability to wear respiratory/protective equipment.
Work Environment: Work at High elevation (7300-foot) in physically demanding environments near sources of ionizing radiation/contamination: indoors in radiological work areas.
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Work Schedule: This position may require 24/7 coverage, which could involve working a shift/weekend schedule. Employees may be eligible for shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager.
Position Commitment:
Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants:
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
- PPO or High-Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
- Dental and Vision insurance
- Free basic life and disability insurance
- Paid childbirth and parental leave
- Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
- Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
- Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
- Onsite gyms and wellness programs
- Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50-mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2: Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2[SP1] . Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
426.2: This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities, which establishes entry-level requirements to ensure candidates selected for specific positions can successfully perform the requirements of the job.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Regular Position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
