Safeguards Materials Management Specialist

Battelle Energy Alliance; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 67,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with employer contribution/matc

Paid time off

Education program

Relocation package

Job summary

Idaho National Laboratory is seeking a Nuclear Materials Management Program Specialist to serve as a subject matter expert for the Nuclear Materials Management Program. This role represents INL and Safeguards in implementing DOE directives and other regulatory requirements for nuclear materials management, interfacing with internal and external customers on inventory reporting and management.

Essential duties include guiding interpretation of DOE Order 410.2, planning and executing NM inventory

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in a technical field required/considered in lieu of degree with sufficient experience.
• Advanced degree in a technical field or 11 years of directly relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Eligibility requires U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain DOE Q security clearance.
• Experience with radiological/nuclear materials preferred; technical writing desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on interpretation and implementation of DOE Order 410.2.
• Analyze and execute strategies for managing nuclear material inventory, focusing on allocation and disposition of excess inventory.
• Complete nuclear material inventory reporting deliverables and respond to data calls for NM characterization and inventory data.
• Coordinate actions with INL divisions and external DOE offices and sites.
• Oversee and validate nuclear material inventory accuracy for INL and subcontract inventories.
• Characterize inventory use status, irradiation status, composition, and project-number assignments to align funding.
• Participate in special task teams addressing NM management issues across INL and DOE complex.

Skills

DOE regulatory compliance

Nuclear materials management

Inventory reporting

Technical writing

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Bachelor of Science in a technical field

Advanced degree in a technical field

Job description

Idaho National Laboratory is seeking a Nuclear Materials Management Program Specialist who will serve as a subject matter expert for the Nuclear Materials Management Program. This role will represent INL and the Safeguards organization in implementing DOE directives and other applicable regulatory requirements associated with nuclear materials management. This position will interface with all levels of customers and counterparts both internal and external to INL on the reporting and management of the nuclear material inventory.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:

• Provide technical guidance to internal/external stakeholders on interpretation and implementation of requirements per DOE Order 410.2.
• Contribute to the analysis, planning, and execution of strategies for the management of the nuclear material inventory with special focus on allocation/use and disposition of excess inventory.
• Complete required nuclear material inventory reporting deliverables and develop responses for internal/external customer requests (data calls) for NM characterization, inventory availability, storage data, historical data, etc.
• Perform and coordinate nuclear materials management related actions through appropriate internal organizations such as INL's Project Management Office, Nuclear Facility Operations, and other INL Directorates that utilize and/or store nuclear material, as well as external entities such as DOE's Nuclear Materials Integration Division, the DOE Idaho Operations Office and other DOE sites.
• Oversee and validate nuclear material inventory accuracy for INL and subcontract inventories.
• Characterize the nuclear material inventory regarding use status, irradiation status, physical and chemical composition of items, and management/assignment of project numbers to align project funding with designated nuclear material inventory.
• Participate on special task teams to address nuclear materials management issues associated with INL and DOE complex-wide nuclear material inventories and initiatives.

Required:

• Level 2: Bachelor of Science degree in an applicable technical field and 2 years of relevant work experience, an advanced degree in an applicable technical field, or 8 years of directly relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Level 3: Bachelor of Science degree in an applicable technical field and 5 years of relevant work experience, an advanced degree in an applicable technical field and 2 years of relevant work experience, or 11 years of directly relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Relevant work experience for consideration includes that in General Accounting, Nuclear Material Control and Accountability, or Nuclear Facility Operations.
• Must be a US citizen and able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q security clearance.
• Basic knowledge of and/or experience working with radiological/nuclear material is preferred.
• Technical writing experience desirable.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, and work in an office and field/laboratory environment. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms. The job requires operation of job-related equipment and driving a vehicle. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with people is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Information:

• The pay range for this position is: Level 2 ($66,504 - $136,356) / Level 3 ($79,344 - $162,732). At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and you will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match (regular positions) or self-contribute access (postdoctoral positions)
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance for eligible positions)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject to multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

At this time, BEA will not sponsor any H1-B visas obtained outside of the United States of America (U.S.A.), including consular visas.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 6,300 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

INL Mission:

Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision:

Our vision is to change the world's energy future and secure our nation's critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements:

To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Reasonable Accommodation:

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at [e-mail] to request accommodation.