Special Materials Representative

Argonne National Laboratory; Lemont (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Argonne National Laboratory is seeking a Special Materials Representative (SMR) to lead the management of nuclear materials while maintaining a robust safeguard program. This role emphasizes compliance and maximizes safety in facility operations.

The ideal candidate possesses a relevant degree or equivalent experience, is a certified hazardous material shipper, and is proficient in both MS Access and Excel. Strong communication skills and the ability to interact with diverse teams are essential. The position also offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Understanding of material controls and accountability operations principles.
• Knowledge of nuclear and hazardous materials safety practices.
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse technical and management personnel.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all aspects of the Tamper Indicating Device (TID) program.
• Generate DOT shipping paperwork for radioactive shipments.
• Participate in annual physical inventories of material balance areas.

Skills

U.S. citizenship

Certified hazardous material shipper

Proficiency with MS Access and Excel

Strong oral and written communication skills

Organizational and time-management skills

Education

4-year college degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field

Tools

LANMAS

Safeguards Management Software (SAMS)

Job description

Special Materials Representative (SMR)

The Argonne Office of Material Control and Accountability invites you to apply for the Special Materials Representative (SMR) opening. This position implements the requirements regarding the management of nuclear and other materials at the Laboratory to maintain a dedicated safeguard program that maximizes the protection of nuclear materials and minimizes the impact of the program on facility operations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Tamper Indicating Device (TID) Applicator by maintaining all aspects of the program, including application, removal and tracking.
• Generate Department of Transportation (DOT) shipping paperwork for onsite and offsite radioactive shipments and physically move radioactive material onsite.
• Participate in annual physical inventories of material balance areas.
• Provide material accountability services and support, including acquisition, transferring, shipping, and reporting abnormalities of nuclear material.
• Travel for training as required.

Position Requirements

• U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a Q-level security clearance.
• Certified hazardous material shipper with emphasis on radioactive material.
• Understanding of material controls and accountability operations principles.
• Proficiency with MS Access and Excel.
• Knowledge of nuclear, hazardous materials, safety practices and disposal regulations.
• Minimum of a 4‑year college degree or equivalent experience, preferably in a science field, health physics continuity, nuclear field, chemistry or security related field.
• Knowledge of physics, chemistry, mathematics, accounting, and radiation safety.
• Ability to interact effectively with a diverse group of technical, professional and management personnel.
• Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to work independently and within a team.
• Demonstrated organizational and time‑management skills and ability to provide detailed and accurate documentation.
• Ability to be a steward of Lab resources.
• Ability to model Argonne’s Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in LANMAS and Safeguards Management Software (SAMS).
• Knowledge of special nuclear materials accounting, inventory and reporting processes as defined in DOE and Argonne safeguards and security regulations.
• Knowledge of DOE, DOT and Argonne regulations and requirements regarding the transportation of nuclear and radioactive materials, and safe handling and storage.
• Working knowledge of Argonne National Laboratory and radioactive materials.
• Relevant experience in transportation of radioactive material, work at a DOE or nuclear facility, inventory and audit, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package as part of the total rewards.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Argonne National Laboratory is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic.