Health Physicist

• Conduct investigations of possible violations of the Department's nuclear safety regulations
• Review all aspects of the radiation protection program for the organization's missions and tasks
• Lead teams of DOE and contractor technical experts in investigations, inspections, reviews, and technical analyses
• Evaluate highly technical nuclear safety issues at DOE facilities to determine contractor compliance with radiological protection rules

This role ensures compliance with nuclear safety regulations and radiation protection standards at Department of Energy facilities, contributing to public safety and environmental protection through rigorous oversight of nuclear operations.

• Degree in natural science or engineering with at least 30 semester hours in health physics, engineering, radiological science, chemistry, physics, biology, mathematics, and/or calculus OR combination of education and experience
• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-14 level in Federal service
• Experience leading audits, inspections, or assessments to evaluate effectiveness of nuclear safety programs in radiation protection
• Experience analyzing nuclear safety issues to identify trends, causes, and mitigations

Federal government employment benefits including potential hiring incentives if authorized and funding available. Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation available for medical conditions or religious beliefs. Performance appraisal and incentive awards considered in selection process.

The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Enterprise Assessments oversees nuclear safety regulations and radiation protection programs to ensure safe operations at DOE facilities nationwide.