Manager-Radiological Protection & Chemistry

Dominion Energy; Waterford (CT); On-site; USD 154,000 - 199,000; Full time

Job summary

Dominion Energy's Millstone Power Station is seeking a Manager for Radiological Protection & Chemistry to lead the department and ensure safe, compliant operations. You will oversee Radiological Protection programs, chemical controls, and radioactive waste management while shaping priorities and training.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in radiological protection or chemistry, 3+ years in a nuclear power setting, and at least 1 year of supervision.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience related to radiological protection and/or chemistry.
• 3+ years of nuclear power plant experience
• 1+ years of supervisor or management experience.
• Completion of DOM-QA-1, "Nuclear Facility Quality Assurance Program Description", section 2.5 and Appendix C.
• Demonstrated proficiency in leading and directing the implementation of the Radiation Protection program.
• Strong communications with other managers as well as direct reports.
• Proven ability to provide clear direction and expectations.
• Demonstrated presentation skills to large groups of employees.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with multiple groups; ability to motivate and lead an organization with limited direction.
• Proven ability to foster teamwork at the manager and worker level by communicating needs and expected outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Senior-level supervision of Radiological Protection programs, Radiation Protection & Chemistry controls, and radioactive waste management.
• Planning and direction of the team’s deliverables and priorities.
• Ensuring team members are properly trained and fully qualified.
• Ensuring the department is properly manned and equipped to execute work.
• Evaluating the effectiveness of radiological protection and chemistry program elements and taking actions to improve performance.
• Analyzing trends in radiological/chemical work performance and developing action plans.
• Developing and implementing policy changes as appropriate.
• Monitoring the effectiveness of chemistry controls used to protect vital equipment.
• Managing radioactive waste processing and disposal programs to minimize effluent releases and land burial.
• Identifying and reviewing causes and corrective actions for incidents to prevent recurrence.
• Developing and managing department budgets and operational goals.

Skills

Radiological protection

Chemistry

Nuclear power plant experience

Supervisory/management experience

Policy and QA program knowledge

Strong communication

Leadership and direction

Presentation skills

Team building

Resource realignment

Education

Bachelor degree

Engineering

Radiation Science

Science

Job description

Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you. You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find your career. Review the position below.

Military service members and veterans with a rank of E-5 or higher plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity.

Job Summary

The Radiological Protection & Chemistry team at Millstone Power Station plays an essential role in the safe operation of the site by protecting people and their environment from potential hazards. Leading the team to achieve the highest levels operational performance is the Manager – Radiological Protection & Chemistry (“Manager”).

As the department senior leader, the Manager will be responsible for a wide variety of department activities to include:

• Senior-level supervision of overall Radiological Protection programs, Radiation Protection & Chemistry controls, and radioactive waste management;
• Planning and direction of the team’s deliverables and priorities;
• Ensuring that individual team members are properly trained and fully qualified to execute their assignment;
• Ensuring the department is properly manned and equipped to execute assigned work;
• Evaluating the effectiveness of radiological protection and chemistry program elements, identifying weaknesses and taking necessary actions to improve performance;
• Analyzing trends in radiological/chemical work performance to identity adverse trends and then developing necessary action plans to improve performance;
• Developing and implementing policy changes as appropriate;
• Monitoring the effectiveness of chemistry controls used to protect vital equipment;
• Managing radioactive waste processing and disposal programs to minimize station effluent releases and land burial quantities;
• Identifying and reviewing causes, concerns, and corrective actions for radiological and chemical incidents to ensure appropriate actions are taken to prevent recurrence
• Developing and managing department budgets and operational goals.

Further, the Manager role may be selected to act as the site Radiation Protection Manager (RPM) as described in the Nuclear Facility Quality Assurance Program Description (DOM-QA-1) section 1.2.

In all aspects of their role, the Manager is expected to establish and grow effective partnerships with all other departments at Millstone Power Station. They will also be expected to identify strategic risks that can result from changes in the regulatory environment. They must maintain a laser focus on executing essential daily action items while nurturing a sustainable team culture dedicated to constant improvement.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

To be qualified for the Manager-Radiological Protection & Chemistry, one must meet the following required knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences:

• 8+ years of relevant experience related to radiological protection and/or chemistry
• 3+ years of nuclear power plant experience
• 1+ years of supervisor or management experience
• Completion of DOM-QA-1, "Nuclear Facility Quality Assurance Program Description", section 2.5 and Appendix C.
• Demonstrated proficiency in leading and directing the implementation of the Radiation Protection program
• Strong communications with other managers as well as direct reports.
• Proven ability to provide clear direction and expectations
• Demonstrated presentation skills to large groups of employees
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with multiple groups; ability to motivate and lead an organization with limited direction.
• Proven ability to foster teamwork at the manager and worker level by communicating needs and expected outcomes
• Ability to realign resources to meet the most critical needs tied to improve overall performance.
• Demonstrated capability to follow up on performance shortfalls and get organization to respond. –
• Broad knowledge of programs and functions across nuclear power stations
• Perform general supervisory administrative duties including, but not limited to, budget control, employee performance reviews, coaching, and correcting.

Preferred Candidates Will Also Possess

• National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists (NRRPT) or Certified Health Physicist (CHP) preferred
• Holds or has held a Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) license

Education Requirements

Required Degree: (equivalency not acceptable)

Bachelor

Preferred Disciplines: Engineering, Radiation Science, Science

Other related physical science degree may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above .

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Preferred: National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists (NRRPT) or Certified Health Physicist (CHP).

ANSI/ANS-3.1-2014, Section 4.3.3, NRC Regulatory Guide 1.8, Revision 4, Staff Regulatory Guidance 1.3

Education requirements: Baccalaureate in related physical science or engineering and specific formal training in radiation protection.

Minimum experience for the position: Related experience which shall include 5 yrs; Nuclear power plant experience to include 3 yrs; Supervisory or management experience to include 1 yr.

Special Requirements

• During the years of nuclear power plant experience, the individual shall have participated in supervisory or management activities at a nuclear power plant during the following periods:
• 1 month of routine refueling outage,
• 2 months of operation above 20% power;
• The 3 years of nuclear power plant experience should at least be at a level requiring policy, planning and decision making related to the programmatic aspects of the radiation protection program as a whole;
• The individual filling the radiation protection manager responsibilities for the station shall have 3 years of experience in two or more functional areas of radiological protection, which includes as low as reasonably achievable, bioassay/whole body, decontamination, dosimetry, radiochemistry, radiological environmental monitoring program/radiological effluent technical specification, Radiation Protection Instrumentation, Radiation Protection operations, or radioactive waste.

DOM-QA-1, Section 1.2.2.2.2

A qualified supervisor or manager is assigned to fulfill the radiological protection manager position described in Section 2.5 of this QAPD.

REFER to ANSI/ANS-3.1-2014, Section 4.1, for guidance on alternatives to degree requirements, experience substitution for education, and alternatives to experience (not allowed for Special requirements)

Note: Dominion Energy minimum requirements may exceed any ANSI standards and candidates must meet the Dominion Energy minimum requirements.

Working Conditions

• Heat Up to 25%
• Office Work Environment 76 -100%
• Operating Machinery Up to 25%
• Radiation Up to 25%
• Travel Up to 25%
• Loud Noise Up to 25%

Test Description

No Testing Required

Export Control

Certain positions at Dominion Energy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.

What You'll Get

Expected Hiring Base Salary Range:

$153500 - $199300

The expected hiring base salary range is the range we anticipate hiring within for this position. The actual salary offered may vary based on factors such as the selected candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and work location. This is not intended to represent the full salary range for the position or limit future compensation growth.

At Dominion Energy, we offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which includes: health, dental, and vision benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans including 401k contributions and matches, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, bonus eligibility, sick leave, and disability insurance. To learn more about our benefits, click here: dombenefits.com.

Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability.

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