Central Characterization Program (CCP) Certification Manager

Central Characterization Program (CCP) Certification Manager (469)

Requisition ID 469 - Posted - WO-CC CCP Compliance & Cert - Carlsbad, NM, US - SWB - Operations

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Overview

Be part of the nation’s only repository for the disposal of nuclear waste known as Transuranic (TRU) waste.

Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, LLC (SIMCO), managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Central Characterization Program (CCP) Certification Manager and join our team located in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Responsibilities

The CCP Certification Manager is responsible for managing, leading, and developing Site Project Managers (SPMs), Waste Certification Officials (WCOs), and the Waste Certification Assistants (WCAs). In order to accomplish this, a successful candidate will have an advanced knowledge of the WIPP Hazardous Waste Facility Permit (HWFP) Attachment C - Waste Analysis Plan (WAP), the WIPP Land Withdrawal Act (LWA), Transuranic Waste Authorized Methods for Payload Control (TRAMPAC), the WIPP Documented Safety Analysis (DSA), the Carlsbad Field Office (CBFO) Quality Assurance Program Document (QAPD), the WIPP Waste Acceptance Criteria (WAC) and associated Department of Energy (DOE) Orders. In addition, the CCP Certification Manager will interface, coordinate, and work with regulatory agencies including DOE, New Mexico Environment Department (NMED), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) as well as various DOE Contractors around the United States.

Minimum Requirements

These requirements must be met to be considered for this posting. Uploaded resumes and completed applications are the means of determination. Applicants are encouraged to provide a cover letter that addresses each of the minimum requirements and as many of the desired skills as applicable to their expertise.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree with five (5) years of professional experience, or

• Associate’s degree with nine (9) years of professional experience, or

• High School Diploma or Equivalency with thirteen (13) years of professional experience is required.

• Experience/Proficiency with Microsoft Applications is manadatory.

• Ability to obtain a Q-Clearance.

• Must be 18 years of age.

• Must be authorized to work and remain in the United States without SIMCO visa sponsorship now or in the future.

• Must be able to obtain a Department of Energy badge for access to the WIPP Site (even if teleworking, must still be able to comply with security requirements to obtain a badge).

• Non-U.S. citizens from countries identified by the Department of Energy as posing heightened security concerns—including sensitive countries, state sponsors of terrorism, countries of risk, and other designated countries –are subject to additional security requirements that limit site access.

Preferred Requirements

• Knowledge of DOE Order 414.1D, Quality Assurance

• Advanced Knowledge of Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)

• Advanced Knowledge of WIPP HWFP Attachment C

• Advanced Knowledge of TRAMPACs

• Advanced Knowledge of WIPP DSA

• Advanced Knowledge of WIPP LWA

• Advanced Knowledge of WIPP WAC

Salary Range

$96,789 to $172,368 per year. Exempt grade level(s) 32-34. The specific salary offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors, particularly the candidate’s relevant experience and education.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental and vision insurance:

• Coverage on date of hire

• Surgical concierge service

• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more

• Modern work arrangements to include 4-day workweeks (four 10-hour days)*

• Relocation assistance*

• Shuttle commuter service from the local areas

• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays

• Tuition reimbursement program

• On-site fitness center and other wellness support including some public gym membership reductions

• Company paid short term disability

• Company paid life insurance (1x annual salary)

• Pension plan that provides monthly annuity after retirement and 401(k) with .50 matching up to 6%

• Voluntary benefits of:

• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity

• Long-term disability program

• Health and Flexible savings accounts

• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance

*These benefits vary by position.

Equal Opportunity

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

If you are an applicant with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability—or unable to use—the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact (575) 234-8490 or email [email protected] for assistance. Upon receipt of this information, we will respond to you promptly to obtain more information about your request.

Reviews, and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4, will be conducted by SIMCO and a background investigation by the Federal government may be required to obtain an access authorization prior to employment, and subsequent reinvestigations may be required.

Posting Duration: This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the posting date. SIMCO reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.

EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.