Health Physicist

DutiesAs a Health Physicist, you will:Serve as a Radiological Control Program Advisor at EM Headquarters (HQ).Participate in on-site audits/assessments of the adequacy of actions by the field and contractors to implement health physics programs to assure that policy implementation is effective and timely.Monitor and direct Argonne National Laboratory's (ANL) activities related to development and application of the RESRAD (RESidual RADioactivity) family of computer codes.Serve as a recognized expert in the areas of health physics and radiation safety, and as a reviewer on the operational activities of DOE programs and site offices and their contractors in these areas.Lead and oversee the development of goals, objectives, and requirements for the occupational and environmental health physics programs related to the organization's field offices.Provide consultation to program offices and the organization's field sites on health physics and radiation protection issues associated with dose and risk assessment, operations, and sealed sources.Requirements Conditions of EmploymentMust be a U.S. Citizen or National.This employer participates in the e-Verify program.Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.Subject to satisfactory security and suitability requirements.May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.Obtain and maintain a Q level security clearance. Failure to obtain and maintain the required security clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.You are required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450, Executive Branch Personnel Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon entering the position and annually (5CFR Part 2634, Subpart I USOGE, 6/08).This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) subject to applicant testing and random drug testing.Occasional travel may be required.This position is included in a Bargaining Agreement. QualificationsBASIC REQUIREMENT: IOR Requirement: Degree: natural science or engineering that included at least 30 semester hours in health physics, engineering, radiological science, chemistry, physics, biology, mathematics, and/or calculus.orCombination of education and experience -- courses as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or other education; or certification as a health physicist by the American Board of Health Physics, plus appropriate experience and other education that provided an understanding of sciences applicable to health physics comparable to that described in paragraph A.SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-14) in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as:Evaluating, coordinating, and developing regulations, standards, and policies aimed at radiation protection of the public and environment under the Administrative Procedures Act and other radiation protection Directives, Technical Standards, and Technical Position Papers.Experience performing radiological impact assessments of the public and environment and applying modeling codes such as the RESRAD family of codes and the Multi-Agency Radiation Survey and Site Investigation Manual methodology (MARSSIM). Collaborating with field and contractor Health Physics professional staff and with counterpart officials of other Federal agencies or private sector.Serving as liaison for matters concerning radiation protection in the private or public sector. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section.You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.Education This vacancy has a positive education requirement. In order to be rated as qualified, you must provide copies of your college transcripts. Failure to provide copies of your college transcripts may result in a rating of "Ineligible". Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website.Additional informationThe U.S. Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across DOE.For general information on government-wide Telework polices visit: Hiring incentives may be authorized in accordance with agency policy and if funding is available.EEO Policy: Reasonable Accommodation Policy: Veterans Information: Selective Service Registration: Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. This position is announced under a government-wide Direct-Hire Authority (DHA) for Health Physicist positions in the 1306 series. Under the DHA, applicants who meet the Education and Qualification requirements listed in this announcement will be referred for consideration. Veteran's Preference, category rating, and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply under the DHA process. Appointments made under the DHA are processed as "new" appointments. Current Federal employees may be required to serve a new probationary period (5 CFR 315.802(b). Successful candidates will possess the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):Health PhysicsKnowledge ManagementPartneringStrategic ThinkingTechnical CompetenceCareer Transition Assistance Programs: If you are eligible for career transition assistance, such as ICTAP or CTAP, you must meet the Education and Qualification requirements to be referred for consideration. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date (04/26/2023) of this announcement. To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click