Job summary

You will serve as a PHYSICAL SCIENCE TECHNICIAN in the RADIOLOGICAL MONITORING DIVISION (CODE 105.3), RADIOLOGICAL CONTROL OFFICE (CODE 105) of PORTSMOUTH NAVAL SHIPYARD.

Major duties

You will serve as a Senior Physical Science Technician providing radiological control oversight of the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. You will ensure proper handling and control of radioactive material, adherence to proper exposure control work practices, proper documentation of radiological surveys, and coordination and control of response to radiological situations. You will identify, correct and document deficient conditions or work practices to prevent elevated radiological impact. You will assist the Division with control of personnel exposure to ionizing radiation, protection against radioactive contamination and protection of the public against exposure to ionizing radiation. You will provide on-the-job mentoring and training for junior radiological technicians to ensure adequate development and proficiency. You will communicate assignments providing daily and project-specific direction to junior personnel, including validating readiness for work.

Qualification

Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of Special experience at or equivalent to the GS-09 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Experience overseeing and accomplishing a broad range of complex tasks involving detailed knowledge of theoretical and practical matters related to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program including, but not limited to: health physics, applied radiological controls, abnormal situation response, and training of junior technicians on technical skills, theories, and radiological work practices. Experience providing on-scene radiological control response for actual or potential radiological emergencies, casualties, training exercises, and proficiency drills. Experience with applying physical science methods, concepts, principles and practices. Experience interpreting nuclear work processes and trade operations sufficient to plan and coordinate the development and implementation of appropriate radiological controls. Experience directing and coordinating subordinate technicians, Ship's Force, and others to ensure efficiency. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1300/physical-science-technician-series-1311/ Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

Evaluations

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. When the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and application package, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following competencies: ACCOUNTABILITY ANALYTICAL CONCEPTS, POLICIES, AND PRINCIPLES DECISIVENESS RADIOLOGICAL SAFETY This recruitment will utilize the following technical assessment tools: Job Knowledge Test and Structured Resume Review You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities or you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All qualifications requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.