Radiological Health Physics Lead (Emergency Preparedness)

Kansas Department of Health and Environment; Kansas; On-site; USD 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid holidays

Paid leave for sick and vacation

Job summary

Kansas Department of Health and Environment seeks a lead worker for the Environmental Radiation, Emergency Preparedness and Radon Unit. You will train staff, coordinate projects, and direct complex radiological emergency preparedness efforts across agencies.

You will develop response plans, lead drills, and provide training to utilities and officials while guiding decision-making on radiological issues. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in environmental science with emphasis on biology, chemistry, geology, or related natural science.
• An Associate of Science degree in any science field may substitute with four years of radiation-related experience.
• Experience in leadership, training, and technical reporting is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the Environmental Radiation, Emergency Preparedness and Radon Unit work.
• Develop, revise, and maintain radiological emergency response plans and procedures.
• Coordinate with utilities and government agencies for emergency preparedness.
• Prepare scientific reports and provide oversight on technical projects.

Skills

Public speaking

Leadership

Training

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science

Associate of Science in science field

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Job description

Kansas Department of Health and Environment seeks a lead worker for the Environmental Radiation, Emergency Preparedness and Radon Unit. You will train staff, coordinate projects, and direct complex radiological emergency preparedness efforts across agencies.

You will develop response plans, lead drills, and provide training to utilities and officials while guiding decision-making on radiological issues. Strong leadership and communication are essential.