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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Radiation Health Physicist 2 in Norristown, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 4525848 THE POSITION Are you looking for a rewarding and meaningful career that involves protecting the health and safety of Pennsylvania's citizens and environment? The Department of Environmental Protection is seeking a passionate and professional individual to perform work in the area focused on radiological health hazards within the Bureau Environmental Protection Southeast Regional Office of Radiation Protection. If you are interested in furthering your Commonwealth career as a Radiation Health Physicist 2, apply today to become a part of our team!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this role, you will be responsible for conducting intricate inspections within the Southeast Region to ensure adherence to the radiological rules and regulations set forth by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Your primary focus will be on progressing steadily towards fulfilling the requirements of an Agreement State radioactive materials inspector, which involves maintaining a detailed Qualification Journal to track your development. Additionally, you will be tasked with inspecting various radioactive materials programs to confirm their safe utilization in medical, industrial, and academic settings, all of which are licensed or in the process of being licensed by the Commonwealth. It will be your duty to pinpoint any instances of non-compliance and provide recommendations for corrective measures to bring about full compliance within the facilities. Furthermore, you will need to compile comprehensive reports based on your inspections and investigations, outlining your findings and conclusions regarding any conditions that could potentially impact health and safety negatively. It is estimated that around 30 percent of your working hours will be dedicated to preparing for inspections and documenting your inspection results.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Norristown, Pennsylvania. Salary:Most selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $64,959 (before taxes). You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year of professional experience in the recognition, evaluation, and control of radiation hazards and possession of a certificate of registration issued by the National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists; or Certification as a health physicist by the American Board of Health Physics; or One year as a Radiation Health Physicist 1; or Two years of professional experience in the recognition, evaluation, and control of radiation hazards and a bachelor's degree in health physics, radiation physics, radiation biology, nuclear physics, or applied health physics; or Two years of professional experience in the recognition, evaluation, and control of radiation hazards and a bachelor's degree with major course work in the physical, biological, or radiological sciences or in nuclear engineering, that includes 20 credits in health physics or radiological sciences; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Special Requirement: This position requires possession of an active non-commercial PA Class C driver's license or equivalent.
Other Requirements: PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title. You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.