Program Manager (Director, Radiological Controls)

Summary

This position is part of the Deputy Administrator for Naval Reactors, Department of Energy. The Deputy Administrator for Naval Reactors is also the Director of the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program and the Deputy Commander, Naval Nuclear Propulsion Directorate, Naval Sea Systems Command. Responsibilities for this Program area are contained in Executive Order 12344 of 1 February 1982, which is codified in 10 U.S.C. § 6102 and 50 U.S.C. § 2406.

Duties

As a Program Manager (Director, Radiological Controls), you will: Performs work of exceptional complexity and responsibility with wide latitude for independent judgment along with prudence and foresight involving the combined efforts of multiple Naval personnel, civilians, contractors, and facilities. Responsible for the prescription and enforcement of standards and regulations for the control of radiation and radioactivity associated with naval nuclear propulsion activities as they affect the health and safety of workers, personnel, and the public while preventing adverse impact to the environment. Provides management and technical oversight for the radiological control program which includes preparing requirements for, specifying objectives, developing, and approving long range technical plans, and coordinating all aspects of laboratory radiological controls. Reviews and evaluates reported radiological problems at all operating and maintenance organizations world-wide, evaluates the radiological parameters which could affect the radiological safety or personnel inside and outside the organization, and coordinates headquarters direction to operating and field organizations in such situations. Identifies technical problems in radiological controls, their underlying causes, and actions needed to correct them and assess the effectiveness of the organization's radiological control management. Determines and provides basic design parameters and performance criteria for reactor plant systems associated with radiological control, such as radiation dosimetry, radiation monitoring systems, ventilation systems, and arrangement for nuclear support facilities in nuclear powered ships and their support organizations (tenders, maintenance activities, shipyards, and laboratories). Coordinates input on Federal radiation guidelines and scientific issues amid outside agencies. Prepares and issues radiation and personnel operating protection standards, to include maintaining nuclear propulsion plants from hazardous exposure to ionizing radiation. Prepares and issues detailed manuals defining the radiological control specification, procedures, emergency radiological response procedures, and training requirements. Qualifications

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. 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 of GS-15 or NQ-04 in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting ALL of the following: 1. Experience with coordinating and directing the evaluation of radiological controls proposals involving procurement for reactor plant components and equipment. 2. Experience with evaluating and assessing radiological controls performance during inspections. 3. Knowledge to analyze, plan, direct, coordinate, implement, and execute joint programs. Limit your resume to no more than two (2) pages. If more than two pages are submitted, only the first two pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility and qualifications. Your full resume will be made available to the hiring manager if you are referred. 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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information: Job Title (include series and grade if Federal Job) Duties (be specific in describing your duties, we cannot make assumptions regarding your experience) Employer's name and address Supervisor name and phone number Start and end dates including month, day and year (e.g. June 18 2007 to April 05 2008) Start and end dates for each grade/pay level if you've held a federal position. Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week) Salary You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Education

For more information on qualification requirements, please click OPM Qualification Standards. There is no education requirement for this position. How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the eligibility and qualification requirements above. How You Will Be Evaluated THE APPLICATION REVIEW PROCESS WILL BE IN TWO STAGES: Minimum Qualifications: Once the application process is complete, the Human Resources Office and/or Subject Matter Expert will review the first two pages of your resume and supporting documentation to determine whether you meet the minimum job qualifications. Structured Resume Review: The Human Resources Office and/or Subject Matter Expert will review your resume to determine your technical qualifications. Additional documentation (e.g., cover letter, links embedded in your resume) may not be considered. Your application and resume shall demonstrate that you possess the following: Administration and Management Communication Internal Controls/Integrity Leadership Do not provide a separate narrative written statement. Rather, you must describe in your application how your past work experience demonstrates that you possess the Competencies identified above. Cite specific examples of employment or experience contained in your resume and describe how this experience has prepared you to successfully perform the duties of this position. DO NOT write "see resume" in your application. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses you provided in your online questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation before the vacancy closes, you may be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified'. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date (11/16/2026) of this announcement. Shared Certificates: The Department of Energy shares lists of applicants among its internal Departmental Elements and organizations. You may be referred for consideration to other DOE Hiring Managers throughout the Department for more than one position based on this application. By applying to this announcement, you understand your application materials may be shared with multiple Hiring Mangers throughout DOE. If additional positions are filled from this announcement conditions of employment may differ. You will be notified if you are referred for additional positions. To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13112185. Other Information

This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across DOE. As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement. In accordance with Executive Order 14170, applicants are encouraged to respond to the four short, free-response, essay questions in the questionnaire. Answers to these questions are not scored or rated. Your answers will be reviewed by the hiring manager and agency leadership if you are referred for selection consideration. The Fair Chance Act prohibits specific inquiries concerning an applicant's criminal or credit background unless the hiring agency has made a conditional offer of employment to the applicant. An applicant may submit a complaint to the agency within 30 calendar days of the date of alleged noncompliance by completing the Fair Chance Act Intake Form and submitting it to the Administrative Investigations Program at [email protected]. EEO Policy: Click HERE. Reasonable Accommodation Policy: Click HERE. Veterans Information: Click HERE. Telework: Click HERE. Selective Service Registration: Click HERE. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.