Sr RP ALARA Specialist

Constellation; City of Oswego (NY); On-site; USD 119,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Constellation is seeking a senior Radiation Protection professional for our Oswego, NY station. The role leads ALARA planning, exposure reduction strategies, outage planning, shielding evaluations, and technology implementations to minimize dose while maintaining reliable power production.

You will mentor RP personnel, develop and present business cases, monitor performance metrics, and communicate with diverse audiences to drive continual safety improvement across the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in health physics or related science with 4 years of experience in applied Radiation Protection.
• Senior Reactor Operator license with 5 years of applied Radiation Protection experience OR
• Associate's degree in health physics or related science with 6 years of experience in applied Radiation Protection
• High school diploma/GED with 4 years as a qualified ANSI 3.1 RP Technician OR minimum of 8 years of experience in applied Radiation Protection
• Maintain minimum access requirement or unescorted access requirements, as applicable, and favorable medical examination and/or testing in accordance with position duties

Responsibilities

• Leading ALARA planning, exposure reduction efforts and procedure implementation.
• Performing assessments, corrective actions, benchmarking, and job evaluations for ALARA processes.
• Mentor RP personnel and site staff to ensure knowledge transfer and adherence to standards.
• Develop and deliver communications and metrics for management and staff.
• Support outage activities and other duties as required by management.

Skills

Health physics

Radiation protection

ALARA program leadership

Outage planning

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in health physics or related science

Associate's degree in health physics or related science

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Who We Are

As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.

Who We Are

As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.

Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things. Join us in meeting the country's energy needs today and tomorrow.

Total Rewards

Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide-range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, eligible employees are offered a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including robust wellbeing programs; disability and life insurance benefits; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.

Expected salary range of $118,800 to $132,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).

Primary Purpose Of Position

Responsible for leadership in implementing the station As Low as Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) program including: Long term exposure reduction strategies, Outage Planning, Shielding and technology implementation evaluations and installation, source term removal and mitigation, processes and procedures required to implement effective ALARA controls, and the metrics associated with monitoring an ALARA program. This position has the capabilities of applying leadership and strategic focus to all facets of the ALARA program including performing and presenting business cases for program / site needed in Collective Radiation Exposure (CRE) reduction

Primary Duties And Accountabilities

• Preparing and implementing ALARA planning, estimating, work group involvement and procedure implementation in accordance with Constellation procedure guidance for exposure reduction.
• Performance of assessments, corrective actions, benchmarking, and job evaluations with regards to ALARA processes and practices. Implement fleet and industry best practices.
• Perform independent, specific rolls such as outage planning, modification team leads, on‑line planning, or other duties integral to the Radiation Protection (RP) ALARA program.
• Mentor and aid in the development of other RP personnel, site personnel, and contractors to ensure that industry knowledge and Radiation Protection standards are transferred and embraced.
• Incorporate the fleet fundamentals into all work evolutions and actively coach and teach station personnel to maintain continual improvement
• Develop and deliver oral and written communications effective for all audiences.
• Perform other job assignments and duties as directed by management or pursuant to company policy, including but not limited to emergency response, departmental coverage, call outs, and support of outage activities in positions outside the department.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in health physics or related science degrees (e.g. chemistry, physics, medical physics, etc.) with 4 years of experience in applied Radiation Protection OR
• Current or previous Senior Reactor Operator license with 5 years of applied Radiation Protection experience OR
• Associate's degree in health physics or related science degrees (e.g. chemistry, physics, medical physics, etc.) AND 6 years of experience in applied Radiation Protection OR
• High school diploma/GED with 4 years as a qualified ANSI 3.1 RP Technician OR minimum of 8 years of experience in applied Radiation Protection
• Maintain minimum access requirement or unescorted access requirements, as applicable, and favorable medical examination and/or testing in accordance with position duties

Preferred Qualifications

• In depth knowledge of plant systems and operations
• Successful completion of National Registry Radiation Protection Technicians (NRRPT) or Certified Health Physicist (CHP) certification