Review Vacancy
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
TitleEnvironmental Radiation Specialist 1 / Trainee 1/2
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $46529 to $77912 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Reassignment – Currently in the title and an employee of DEC
Or
Reinstatement Eligible – Previously held the title on a permanent competitive basis or held a title as indicated under the transfer eligible section on a permanent competitive basis.
Or
Transfer Eligible – One year of permanent competitive service at Salary Grade 11 or higher and:
Eligible for transfer under Section 70.4: Must meet the open competitive minimum qualifications below;
55-b/55-c Candidates must meet the open competitive minimum qualifications below and include with their resume or application, a copy of the letter from Civil Service which indicates approval for the 55-b/55-c program.
Open competitive minimum qualifications (provided for 55 b/c candidates and 70.4 transfer eligibles): Bachelor's or higher degree in biological science, chemistry, chemical engineering, civil engineering, environmental engineering, environmental science, health physics, mathematics, mechanical engineering, nuclear engineering, nuclear medicine technology, or physical science.
Duties Description The incumbent will be responsible for reviewing reports and evaluating data on radiological contamination in the environment; reviewing work plans for radiological investigations and site remediation; developing recommendations for further action for supervisory review; preparing correspondence commenting on or conveying the approval of plans; in the field, observing remedial operations; measuring radiation levels; installing and maintaining radiation monitoring devices; collecting samples of environmental media; packaging samples and shipping to laboratories for analysis; using and maintaining radiation detection instruments; selecting laboratory analyses for radioactive contaminants in environmental samples, exposure pathway analyses, and radiation dose projections; evaluating resulting radiological data and writing reports of field work; responding to public health and safety concerns due to exposures to radioactive materials released to the environment; reviewing permit documents and applications, inspecting facilities, and performing radiation dose assessments; participating in emergency response planning and exercises; and serving as the Department's primary contact for radiological issues at the Western New York Nuclear Service Center and the West Valley Demonstration Project.
Unique Duties:
Successfully complete all required training including completion of courses required by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission. Use, maintain, and monitor personal dosimetry, as required.
Additional Comments Must have valid driver's license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position. Use of personal protection equipment will be required. Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain. Must be able to work in remote areas. Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions. Travel, overtime and overnight travel may be required. Must be available for emergency response. Must successfully complete (or have completed) the 40 hour OSHA 1910.120 training course and all other required training. Must complete an annual Health and Safety Program including medical monitoring, fit testing, and 40 (or 8) hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification. Must be able to lift and move objects up to 40 pounds. Telecommuting may be available, will be discussed at interview.
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