RP ALARA Specialist

RP ALARA Specialist or Sr RP ALARA Specialist at Dresden Nuclear Power Station in Morris, IL

Dresden Nuclear Power Station, in Morris, Illinois is looking for a great addition to join their team as a Radiation Protection Technical Specialist or Sr Radiation Protection Technical Specialist.

This position is a Multi-Level position that can be filled at the Radiation Protection Technical Specialist level OR at the Sr Radiation Protection Technical Specialist level. Please see below for minimum requirements of each level.

Who We Are

As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.

Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things. Join us in meeting the country's energy needs today and tomorrow.

Total Rewards

Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide-range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, eligible employees are offered a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including robust wellbeing programs; disability and life insurance benefits; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.

RP ALARA Specialist Job Code XCAZ

Expected salary range of $99,000 to $111,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).

Sr RP ALARA Specialist Job Code XCA3

Expected salary range of $118,800 to $132,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).

Primary Purpose of Position

Is accountable for implementing the station As Low as Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) program through the activities of ALARA planning or application of effective ALARA techniques such as lead shielding, flushing, and implementation of technology used to reduce exposure. Implements the long-term planning processes of Constellation and assists the department in on-line and outage Radiation Protection (RP) planning activities and preparation.

Primary Duties and Accountabilities

• Attend meetings representing Radiation Protection and ALARA and ensure the appropriate RP resources are properly scheduled.

• Tracking and monitoring RP metrics for Collective Radiation Exposure (CRE) reduction including personnel exposure, industry metrics, and other plant parameters to ensure that the site maintains an appropriate focus on CRE.

• Assist Station Personnel to ensure work is properly scheduled to take advantage of ALARA controls.

• Perform in progress reviews and write ALARA packages as directed.

• Implement corrective actions, self-assessments, and benchmarking into departmental and self-learning objectives.

• Perform in field observations of work and ensure that appropriate standards of performance are met

• Develop and deliver oral and written communications effective for all audiences.

• Perform other job assignments and duties as directed by management or pursuant to company policy, including but not limited to emergency response, departmental coverage, call outs, and support of outage activities in positions outside the department.

This position is a Multi-Level position that can be filled at the Radiation Protection Technical Specialist level OR at the Sr Radiation Protection Technical Specialist level. Please see below for minimum requirements of each level.

RP ALARA Specialist Job Code XCAZ

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in health physics or related science degrees (e.g. chemistry, physics, medical physics, etc.) with 1 year of related experience OR

• Current or previous Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) license with 5 years of related experience OR

• Associate’s degree in health physics or related science degrees (e.g. chemistry, physics, medical physics, etc.) with 3 years of related experience OR

• High school diploma/GED with qualifications for ANSI 3.1 RP Technician OR 5 years of related experience

• Maintain minimum access requirement or unescorted access requirements, as applicable, and favorable medical examination and/or testing in accordance with position duties

Sr RP ALARA Specialist Job Code XCA3

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in health physics or related science degrees (e.g. chemistry, physics, medical physics, etc.) with 4 years of experience in applied Radiation Protection OR

• Current or previous Senior Reactor Operator license with 5 years of applied Radiation Protection experience OR

• Associate’s degree in health physics or related science degrees (e.g. chemistry, physics, medical physics, etc.) AND 6 years of experience in applied Radiation Protection OR

• High school diploma/GED with 4 years as a qualified ANSI 3.1 RP Technician OR minimum of 8 years of experience in applied Radiation Protection

• Maintain minimum access requirement or unescorted access requirements, as applicable, and favorable medical examination and/or testing in accordance with position duties

RP ALARA Specialist Job Code XCAZ

Preferred Qualifications:

Nuclear Radiation Protection experience

Sr RP ALARA Specialist Job Code XCA3

Preferred Qualifications:

In depth knowledge of plant systems and operations · Successful completion of National Registry Radiation Protection Technicians (NRRPT) or

Certified Health Physicist (CHP) certification

Constellation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and employees or applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.