Emergency Communications Specialist (ECS)

Savannah River Nuclear Solutions; South Carolina; On-site; USD 65,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job summary

Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) seeks an Emergency Response Specialist to support the Savannah River Site. This role is part of the Emergency Services career family and operates within a 24-hour center, coordinating emergency responses, dispatching units, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

The position requires an Associate's degree or a high school diploma withCertifications, plus at least one year of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Aptitude in reading regulatory standards and technical documents.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint).

Responsibilities

• Answer telephone calls promptly and courteously; operate Site Fire Alarm system.
• Answer emergency calls and enter information into CAD system.
• Determine priority of calls and dispatch appropriate emergency unit.
• Transmit protective actions and notify officials as required.
• Coordinate notifications to DOE and site agencies; maintain activity logs.

Skills

Regulatory reading

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

MS Office

Education

Associate's degree in relevant field

High school diploma with certification

Tools

None

Job description

Who We Are

As the Savannah River Site’s management and operations contractor since 2008, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) makes the world safer. With safety and security in the forefront, SRNS develops innovative approaches to deliver on our environmental commitments and nuclear materials challenges; supplies products and services necessary to maintain the nation’s nuclear deterrent; secures nuclear materials to prevent unwanted proliferation; and transforms nuclear materials into assets and stable wasteforms. The SRNS workforce is highly capable, engaged, and adaptable to meet existing and expanding missions. SRNS employees apply superior expertise and innovative solutions to complex and challenging national and global issues. We have the knowledge to address a range of national and international nuclear issues. We make the world safer – and you can, too.

Who We Are

As the Savannah River Site’s management and operations contractor since 2008, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) makes the world safer. With safety and security in the forefront, SRNS develops innovative approaches to deliver on our environmental commitments and nuclear materials challenges; supplies products and services necessary to maintain the nation’s nuclear deterrent; secures nuclear materials to prevent unwanted proliferation; and transforms nuclear materials into assets and stable wasteforms. The SRNS workforce is highly capable, engaged, and adaptable to meet existing and expanding missions. SRNS employees apply superior expertise and innovative solutions to complex and challenging national and global issues. We have the knowledge to address a range of national and international nuclear issues. We make the world safer – and you can, too.

Job Family

Emergency Services

Discipline

Emergency Response Specialist

Career Level

T2

Salary Range

$64,860 - $90,960

Note for Salary

This is the range within which SRNS expects the majority of qualified candidates would enter this role if offered. Actual offers may be more or less than the amounts shown depending on candidate’s qualifications, experience, internal equity, and other factors.

Job Family Description

Emergency Services personnel safeguard individuals, property, and assets against potential emergencies. They assess emergency risks, develop continuity of operations (COOP) plans, implement trainings, drills, facility qualifications, and establish preventative measures. They ensure compliance with emergency preparedness/response procedures and requirements.

Discipline Description

Emergency response roles are critical for effectively managing and responding to various emergencies and disasters. Emergency response professionals operate in a 24-hour communication center and support site safety systems, coordinate emergency protective actions, provide support services for emergency responses and emergency preparedness drills, relay critical information during emergencies and drills, and dispatch fire and emergency medical services resources.

Some Typical Duties & Responsibilities Include

• Answer telephone calls promptly and courteously; operate Site Fire Alarm Computer System.


• Answer emergency telephone calls and simultaneously enter information into a Computer Aided Dispatch system.


• Obtain information from caller and make rapid and accurate determination of the nature and priority of each call.


• Select and dispatch the most appropriate emergency response unit in accordance with policies and procedures.


• Transmit onsite and offsite protective actions and initiate regulatory notifications to local, state, and federal officials in response to Operational, safeguard and Security, Industrial, or Non-nuclear Process emergencies.


• Facilitate communications during DOE and Operating Contractor response to radiological incidents occurring in Georgia, North and South Carolina, Florida, Alabama, and the Panama Canal Zone.


• Coordinate and assist all site agencies with SIRIM notifications to DOE-HQ. Perform notifications to site-level agencies and senior Operating Contractor/DOE-SR personnel.


• Maintain operating logs summarizing facility and site-level events.


• Respond to operations and events in accordance with established procedures (Q 12.1, Q 12.3, Q 12.4, and 6Q 15.4).


• Operate Communications Systems (dispatch, radio, telephone, PA safety alarm), facility equipment (pumps and ventilation system) and computer-based systems (daily activity log, remote worker).


• Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned by their supervisor.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in relevant field plus completion of applicable certification or on-the-job training, OR High school diploma plus completion of applicable certification or on-the-job training plus at least one year of experience (YOE) in an applicable role.

We'd Also Like to See

• Aptitude in reading and understanding regulatory standards/requirements and technical documents.


• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.


• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.


• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.


• Proficiency is Microsoft Office Applications to include (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, etc.).


• Demonstrated ability to work independently and to participate in collaborative teams.

Career Band

Technical Support

Career Band Description

• Roles in this band contribute to the business processes to achieve results by providing support of a technical nature to others who use the resulting information, materials, and/or analysis.


• Performs technical work, often in support of professional roles


• Typically requires vocational training or the equivalent experience


• Performs duties according to established procedures

Career Level Description

Requires working knowledge and skillset through formal training or experience, and works within established procedures with a moderate degree of supervision.

Security Clearance Information

SRNS is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug & alcohol test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, criminal records, and employment history, and education verifications. Positions with SRNS may require applicants to obtain and maintain a DOE L or Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Factors such as pre-employment background review results, dual citizenship status, and unpaid and/or unfiled taxes may impact your ability to obtain a security clearance. This list of factors is not exhaustive; pre-employment information and security clearance requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Clearance Required To Perform Job

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What We Offer

Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) Benefits team is constantly assessing trends in the benefits area to provide the best possible services to our workforce. We ensure high quality outcomes of each service provider by consistent monitoring and oversight for positive results. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce. Your SRNS Health & Welfare benefits provide peace of mind and financial protection for you and your family. Some of the Benefits offered to full service employees include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options


• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance


• Employer paid life insurance with buy up options


• Employer paid Short Term and Long Term Disability


• 401(k) with Employer Match


• Various wellness programs


• Paid Time Off and Holidays


• Discounts and other supplemental benefits

SRNS employees are critical to the success of SRNS, all while making the world a safer place. The work that we do every day makes a difference.

Standards of Excellence

The SRNS Vision States That We Will "be The Standard Of Excellence In Nuclear Materials Management By Delivering Knowledge, Innovation And Experience." This Is Underpinned By The Recognition That Everything We Do Relies On Our Employees And How They Demonstrate The SRNS Standards Of Excellence Every Day. Built On The Foundation Of Safety And Security, Each Employee Is Expected To

Model Excellence by demonstrating the highest standards and values in work and promoting them within the organization and to the customer.

Deliver Results by meeting customer expectations to ensure objectives, goals and deadlines are met while being good stewards of resources.

Energize and Recognize Teams through growing organizational strength and recognizing continued excellence.

Build Relationships by developing relationships with coworkers and customers to foster a respectful workplace.

Shape the Future by creating a diverse, innovative and integrated workforce that fosters mission success and company growth.

Note

SRNS is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. SRNS utilizes the Disabled Veteran Enhancement Opportunities program which is aimed at improving employment opportunities for disabled veterans at the Savannah River Site (SRS). The organization utilizes standards set forth by VEVRRA regulations pertaining to veteran recruitment efforts. SRNS 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, you may contact us by phone at 803-952-8207, or by e-mail at [e-mail].

21-Oct-2026