Radiation Health Physicist 2

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Radiation Health Physicist 2

Salary

$66,250.00 - $100,636.00 Annually

Location

Dauphin County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2024-89616-14320

Department

Department of Environmental Protection

Division

EP SCRO Rdtn Pro

Opening Date

09/19/2024

Closing Date

10/3/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

14320

Position Number

00034067

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

B4

Pay Group

ST08

Bureau / Division Code

00354390

Bureau / Division

Environmental Protection Bureau of Radiation Protection

Worksite Address

909 Elmerton Avenue

City

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17110

Contact Name

OA, CE DEP

Contact Email

RA-DEPJobs@pa.gov

• Description

• Benefits

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THE POSITION

NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF CS-2024-89616-14320. IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM JULY 23, 2024TO AUGUST 6, 2024, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.

Are you in search of a fulfilling and impactful profession that focuses on safeguarding the well-being and environment of Pennsylvania residents and environment? The Department of Environmental Protection is in need of a dedicated and skilled individual to carry out responsibilities related to monitoring and managing radiological health risks within the Bureau of Radiation Protection. If you are keen on advancing your career as a Radiation Health Physicist 2, submit your application now and join our team!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

In this position, you will be responsible for conducting inspections to ensure compliance with Pennsylvania's radiological regulations in the Southcentral and Northcentral areas. This includes independently inspecting state-licensed radiation sources and radioactive materials facilities in Region 3 (Harrisburg Office) and Region 4 (Williamsport Office) and enforcing relevant state and federal regulations. You will also be required to prepare detailed inspection reports and investigate public inquiries or complaints related to radiation safety. Additionally, you will be tasked with investigating incidents involving radiation sources and radioactive materials in public areas, and utilizing office or field computers and associated software for various tasks, including word processing, electronic spreadsheets, and database management.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=00034067) .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment

• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.

• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.

• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. Most selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $66,250 (before taxes).

• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of professional experience in the recognition, evaluation, and control of radiation hazards and possession of a certificate of registration issued by the National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists; or

• Certification as a health physicist by the American Board of Health Physics; or

• One year as a Radiation Health Physicist 1; or

• Two years of professional experience in the recognition, evaluation, and control of radiation hazards and a bachelor's degree in health physics, radiation physics, radiation biology, nuclear physics, or applied health physics; or

• Two years of professional experience in the recognition, evaluation, and control of radiation hazards and a bachelor's degree with major course work in the physical, biological, or radiological sciences or in nuclear engineering, that includes 20 credits in health physics or radiological sciences; or

• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

  Special Requirement:

• This position requires possession of an active non-commercial PA Class C driver’s license or equivalent.

Other Requirements:

• PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) is currentlywaivedfor this title.

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

  How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnot be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

  Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .

  Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).

• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.

• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.

• You must provide complete and accurate information or:

• your score may be lower than deserved.

• you may be disqualified.

• You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.

• Your results will be provided via email.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

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Necessary Special Requirement- Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?

• Yes

• No

  02

  If you answered yes, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.

  03

  Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Radiation Health Physicist 1 for one or more years full-time?

• Yes

• No

  04

  If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

  05

  Do you possess certification as a Health Physicist issued by the American Board of Health Physics?

If yes, you must attach a copy of your certification prior to the submission of your application in order for this certification to be considered in the eligibility determination. You will not be able to add the certificate to the application after it has been submitted. Upload certificates using the "Attachments" tab on the left.

• Yes

• No

  06

  Do you possess a certificate of registration issued by the National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists, or the American Board of Health Physics (Part 1), or certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist?

If yes, you must attach a copy of your certification prior to the submission of your application in order for this certification to be considered in the eligibility determination. You will not be able to add the certificate to the application after it has been submitted. Upload certificates using the "Attachments" tab on the left.

• Yes

• No

  07

  How many years of full-time professional experience do you possess in the recognition, evaluation, and control of radiation hazards?

• A. 2 or more years

• B. 1 but less than 2 years

• C. Less than 1 year

• D. None

  08

  If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

  09

  How much graduate coursework have you completed in health physics or radiological sciences?

If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If you answer this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must also upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.

• A. A conferred master's degree or higher

• B. 30 or more graduate credits

• C. 15 but less than 30 graduate credits

• D. Less than 15 credits

• E. None

  10

  You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application, or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

Read each work behavior carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose for each work behavior must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.

If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .

• Yes

  11

  WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – APPLICATION AND PROGRAM REVIEW

Review applications from the regulated community for x-ray registration, radioactive material license, accelerator license, or for radon testing/mitigation/laboratory certification to ensure compliance with laws and regulations pertaining to workers' qualifications, the health and safety of workers and others, the storage and disposal of radioactive materials, the accuracy of testing devices, the maintenance of records, etc.; establish conditions for licensed operations; prepare recommendations for approval/disapproval; and prepare and review monitoring and surveillance programs and data for various types of facilities (e.g. medical, nuclear power plants, production facilities, industrial sites, etc.).

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" that best describes your claim.

• A. I have professional experience reviewing applications for COMPLEX registrations/licenses/certifications (e.g. manufacturing licenses, accelerators, broad scope licenses, management of radiological laboratories, industrial/interventional radiography with materials) AND PREPARING and REVIEWING monitoring and surveillance programs and data for various facilities, which included the SUPERVISION OF OTHERS and having the OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY for final review of the documents and programs; OR I have one or more of the following certifications: Certified Health Physicist (CHP), American Board of Radiology, Diagnostic (DABR), or other medical board certifications related to this work behavior.

• B. I have professional experience reviewing applications for LESS COMPLEX registrations/licenses/certifications (e.g. sealed sources, specific and general licenses, radon testing/mitigation/laboratory certification, x-ray registration) OR REVIEWING monitoring and surveillance programs and data for various facilities, which included performing these job duties and making recommendations to a supervisor on the documents and programs; OR I have one or more of the following certifications: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT).

• C. I have one or more of the following certifications: National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists (NRRPT), National Radon Safety Board (NRSB), National Radon Proficiency Program (NRPP), or other certifications related to this work behavior.

• D. I have no experience related to this work behavior.

  12

  In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

• The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

• The type(s) of applications reviewed and/or programs prepared or reviewed.

• The names of the certifications you have received (if applicable).

• Your specific duties and level of responsibility.

  13

  WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – INSPECTIONS AND COMPLIANCE EVALUATIONS

Plan, conduct, and/or review inspections of facilities (e.g. nuclear power plants, broad scope license, private medical/dental offices, radon laboratory, etc.) in possession of radiation producing machines and radioactive materials, or involved in radon testing/mitigation/laboratory analysis to determine compliance with laws and regulations pertaining to workers' qualifications, the health and safety of workers and others, the conditions of radiological equipment, the work practices of radiological equipment operators, the storage and disposal of radioactive material, the appropriate use of detection devices, the maintenance of records, etc.; evaluate license requirements and adherence to license conditions; review prior inspection reports and determine equipment needed for inspection; review written procedures, check records and analyze safety data; verify inventory of sources, operate radiological equipment, take dose measurements/samples, and evaluate results using various radiation detection devices; provide guidance and technical assistance for improving operations; and approve inspection reports. Inspect radon mitigation systems in homes, radon laboratories, and testers for conformance to established standards; and inspect facilities that perform mammography under the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) contract with the Food and Drug Administration for compliance and optimizing image quality.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

• A. I have professional experience inspecting facilities (e.g. nuclear power plants, broad scope license); evaluating regulatory compliance of COMPLEX radiological equipment and/or radioactive materials (e.g. complex x-ray units, radiological manufacturing licenses, MQSA inspections, accelerators); managing of radiological laboratories; industrial/interventional radiography; OR designing and evaluating radiological environmental monitoring programs/equipment, sealed source device evaluations, etc., which included the SUPERVISION OF OTHERS and having the OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY for final review.

• B. I have professional experience inspecting facilities (e.g. private medical/dental offices, radon laboratory); evaluating regulatory compliance of LESS COMPLEX radiological equipment and/or radioactive materials (e.g. radon testing/mitigation inspections, small sealed sources, cabinet x-rays, analytical x-ray equipment); OR designing and/or overseeing radiological sampling, which included performing these job duties and making recommendations to a supervisor.

• C. I have no experience related to this work behavior.

  14

  In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

• The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

• The type(s) of facilities and inspections conducted.

• The type(s) of programs, equipment, or devices evaluated.

• Your specific duties and level of responsibility.

  15

  WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

Implement current or develop new emergency response plans for nuclear power plants and radiological material events based on participation in emergency preparedness (EP) exercises and drills and special surveys, and investigate radiological incidents of all types which may involve preparing dose projections; locate, characterize and isolate sources; arrange for, coordinate, and monitor the cleanup and disposal of material; conduct surveys to determine levels of radiation; implement decommissioning or remedial action plans; determine and/or perform calibration/maintenance/repair of detection/sampling and communication equipment; recommend the purchase and direct the installation of equipment, and change out of sampling equipment; and maintain documents such as maps, emergency procedures, and nuclear utility emergency plans in an emergency response library.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

• A. I have professional experience DEVELOPING and IMPLEMENTING emergency response plans AND investigating radiological incidents of all types, which included the SUPERVISION OF OTHERS and having the OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY for final review of the plans.

• B. I have professional experience performing SOME of these job duties (e.g. radiological monitoring and surveys, performing instrument calibration) AND making recommendations to a supervisor on emergency response plans or radiological incidents; OR I have professional experience as a participant in emergency preparedness exercises, drills, and surveys.

• C. I have successfully completed radiological emergency response training, such as National Incident Management System (NIMS), Radiological Emergency Response Operations (RERO), Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER), etc.

• D. I have no experience or training related to this work behavior.

  16

  In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

• The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

• The type(s) of emergency response plans you developed or implemented.

• Your level of responsibility in investigating radiological incidents.

• Your specific duties in emergency preparedness exercises, drills, or surveys.

  17

  If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework or training, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

• College/University/Training Source

• Course Title(s)

• Credits/Clock Hours

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  WORK BEHAVIOR 4 – DATA COLLECTION AND REPORT WRITING

Collect various radiological data obtained from inspections, surveys and environmental monitoring and evaluate the results using appropriate statistical methodology; organize data into appropriate format for publication; prepare reports to make data available to management, other professionals in the field and the public; maintain records of results; critique methodology for determining radiation exposure to the public; attend meetings and conferences to present information to scientific and technical organizations, government entities and their representatives, and contractors; investigate and respond to public inquiries and complaints concerning radiation sources, radiological safety, and radiation protection.

Levels of Performance

Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

• A. I have professional experience collecting and evaluating data for the preparation of radiological monitoring and survey reports; presenting information to a varied audience; AND investigating and responding to public inquiries and complaints, which included the SUPERVISION OF OTHERS AND having the FINAL RESPONSIBILITY for the completed reports and presentations.

• B. I have professional experience ASSISTING OTHERS in the compilation of data AND preparation of radiological monitoring and survey reports, presentations, or public inquiries.

• C. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to technical writing, report writing, non-fiction writing, statistics, or oral communication.

• D. I have no experience or courses related to this work behavior.

  19

  In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this Work Behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

• The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

• Your specific duties in the preparation of reports or presentations.

• Your level of responsibility in addressing inquiries or complaints.

  20

  If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

• College/University

• Course Title(s)

• Credits/Clock Hours

  Required Question

Agency

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov