Radiological Control Program Specialist

Amentum; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an administrative support specialist at the Hanford site near Richland, WA. The role covers RadCon records management, procedure oversight, and general clerical tasks to support safety and compliance at the Waste Treatment Plant program.

Responsibilities include training coordination, records management, and document control, with a 4x10 work week on site. A high school diploma and 3+ years of experience are required, and U.S. work authorization is mandatory.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years’ experience supporting administrative/clerical tasks.
• Basic knowledge of MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook/Access) and Adobe Acrobat Pro.

Responsibilities

• Support the Waste Treatment Plant Nuclear Safety Quality Culture by emphasizing safety and quality in work.
• Provide records management and general administrative support to the RadCon organization.
• Provide RadCon procedure management support, including formatting, editing, and processing.
• Provide training coordinator support to the RadCon organization.
• Provide backup for dosimetry operations support.
• Maintain technical documents and procedures for radiological control.
• Resolve program implementation issues with WTP management and staff, ensuring compliant, cost-effective solutions.

Skills

Administrative support

MS Office basics

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Access

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Job description

Performs a full range of duties including Radiological Control (RadCon) records management, procedure management, administrative support, and action tracking.

REQUIREMENTS/SPECIFICATIONS

Education: High School diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience supporting administrative and clerical tasks
• Possesses basic knowledge of office software systems (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, Adobe Acrobat Pro).

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES/TASKS

• Support the Waste Treatment Plant Nuclear Safety Quality Culture by emphasizing the values of safety and quality in the performance of work in order to protect self, others, and the environment.
• Provide records management and general administrative support to the RadCon organization.
• Provide RadCon procedure management support to include formatting, technical editing, and processing.
• Provide training coordinator support to the RadCon organization.
• Provide backup for dosimetry operations support.
• Maintain technical documents and procedures for radiological control.
• Promptly resolve program implementation issues by teaming with WTP management and facility staff to identify compliant, cost-effective solutions.
• This job description is not intended to include every duty, task or instruction for which an employee is responsible. Other tasks may be assigned, based on business needs and the department supervisor’s request.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

NA

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

(OFNM) Office Non-Manual

Performs deskwork, including writing, computer workstation processes, and telephone operations. Arranges for and/or performs presentations, oral reports, planning meetings, and other formal or informal contacts, requiring long periods of sitting.

• This position is located at the WTP Site (22 miles north of Richland) and works a 4 x 10 schedule, M-Th, 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Must be authorized to work and remain in the United States without Amentumvisa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check which includes verification of employment and education.
• Must be able to obtain a Department of Energy badge for access to the Hanford Site. (Even if teleworking, must still be able to comply with security requirements to obtain a badge.)
• Non-U.S. citizens from countries identified by the Department of Energy as posing heightened security concerns—including sensitive countries, state sponsors of terrorism, countries of risk, and other designated countries –are subject to additional security requirements.

Amentum is a global company with a heritage dating back more than 100 years and delivering solutions in nuclear energy, infrastructure, operations and maintenance, and national security. Our predecessors helped build Hoover Dam, protected fighting forces in World War II, and supported the Manhattan Project. Today, our teams clean up legacy nuclear waste around the world, manage the United Kingdom’s defense portfolio, design programs and tests for Navy submarine electronic systems, and provide integrated supply chain services needed in developing countries during the pandemic.

Amentum has joined with Bechtel to create an LLC, known as the Waste Treatment Completion Company (WTCC) Join us as we make history at the Hanford Vit Plant, known as the Waste Treatment and Immobilization Plant. We are designing and building a one-of-a-kind facility that will turn radioactive and chemical waste left over from World War II and Cold War plutonium production into a form safe for disposal. Your efforts will help protect the nearby Columbia River and the communities, salmon, and wildlife along its shorelines throughout the Northwest.

Sitting at the confluence of the Columbia, Snake and Yakima rivers near two mountain ranges, our community provides access to year-round outdoor recreation, 300 days of sun a year, more than 200 wineries within a 50-mile radius, and the amenities of large cities just a three-hour drive (or short flight) to Seattle and Portland.

Compensation Details:

$78,227.15 - $117,732.32

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

11/05/2026 - 11/15/2026

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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