Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the environmental program manager to perform management, execution, and operations of the radiation program.

Duties

Responsible for managing radioactive material recycling in-house/disposal, including the required contracts, to comply with all applicable Federal, state and local environmental laws and policies. Executes short-term goals and priorities to support the management plan utilizing available personnel and resources. Represents the Installation Management Division as the health physicist. Serves as an environmental (radiological) technical advisor in executing projects and serves as a support member on other applicable boards and committees. Integrates the efforts of an interdisciplinary team of professionals including attorneys, public health specialists, public affair specialists, environmental physical scientists, environmental engineers, biological scientists, regulators, other governmental officials, and community groups. Coordinates and implements financial and budget execution activities to include obligations, expenditures, and shortfalls for the assigned program(s). Serves as the focal point for assigned contracted projects. Develops status reports on assigned projects Evaluates and secures compliance with environmental and radiation safety laws through audits, investigations and enforcement of corrective action activities. Performs significant radiological protection surveys and inspections of medical, academia, industrial x-ray facilities, particle accelerators, research, and radioactive material work areas throughout WPAFB to determine the existence of radioactive materials, analyzes and evaluates data, and develops/modifies procedures for proper tracking and disposal of materials. Provides support for environmental assessments and reviews proposed actions of base and tenant organizations that utilize radioactive materials to ensure the environmental effects are considered in project planning and decision making. Represents the organization with a variety of installation and functional area organizations. Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with other elements and flights in Civil Engineering and other organizations on base involved in areas related to base environmental activities. Meets with key customer and coordinating officials to assess customer satisfaction, explain organization policy and procedures, and resolve problems that arise. Provides or ensures that subordinates provide customer guidance and training. Participates in special projects and initiatives and performs special assignments. Identifies the need for special projects and initiates milestones and goals. Evaluates reports by analyzing facts and performing appropriate research and prepares detailed responses. Determines appropriate recommendations for unresolved or questionable problems and performs follow-up. Researches and determines or recommends appropriate actions or interpretation of issues that impact organization, installation, command, or agency. Communicates and coordinates environmental issues with higher headquarters, regulatory agencies, other installation units, community officials, etc. Directs the development of briefing packages and a variety of related reports. Serves as technical consultant to public affairs on media relations involving radiological environmental matters. Prepares or directs preparation of responses to congressional inquiries, audit reports, inspection reports, press releases and public concerns. Conducts or participates in public meetings, educational programs, and technical review committees.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage http://acqdemo.hci.mil/ and Fact Sheet http://acqdemo.hci.mil/faq.html
• Recruitment incentives may be authorized
• Must obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Position may be subject to random drug testing
• Employee may be required to work any shift or irregular schedule, including Saturday, Sunday, and holiday work.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• May be required, at the convenience of the Government, to perform temporary duty travel by either Government or commercial air transportation, and to utilize Government furnished quarters and messes at temporary duty station when available.
• Is required to serve as a member of the Emergency Response Force during exercises or in the event of an actual emergency.
• Will be required to participate in training and obtain job-related certifications such as DOT or HAZWASTE
• Education requirements for this position must be met as established by the Office of Personnel Management’s Qualification Standards.
• Certifications/Licensure (current 40-hr DOT training)

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Professional and Scientific Positions.. BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have or will have within 120 days of the closing date of the announcement at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02, equivalent to the next to lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in the Federal Service. Specialized experience includes that I have a combination of education and experience - education is equivalent to one of the majors shown above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education and specialized experience must include using environmental physical science practices, processes, and/or techniques; following health, safety, and/or environmental rules; or serving as the focal point for assigned environmental contracted projects. NOTE: YOU MUST SUBMIT COPIES OF YOUR OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS. Ideal Candidate: This vital position performs Program Management functions in support of the Air Force Radioactive Recycling and Disposal Program IAW Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) regulations, AFMAN 40-201 and AFMAN 32-7002. Responsibilities include the management and disposition of low-level radioactive waste (LLRW) AF-wide and DoD radioactive material (RAM) recycling. Responsibilities also include radiation safety officer duties, consultative support to customers across the AF for LLRW & RAM management, DOT Class 7 expertise/training, waste broker oversight, and Inspector General/NRC inspections of permitted facilities. This position also manages the planning, programming, budgeting, and execution (PPBE) for the AFRRAD Program. The successful candidate should have experience with material disposition processes, Government PPBE processes, be familiar with the NRC regulations under 10 CFR Parts 1 through 199, RCRA regulations under 40 CFR Parts 239 through 282, and possess strong customer service expertise. OR EDUCATION: Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Combination of education and experience -- education equivalent to one of the majors shown in A above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Professional knowledge of health and radiation safety principles, laws, regulations and precedent decisions which provide the capability to recommend substantive program changes or alternative courses of managerial action requiring the expansion or modification of existing radiation safety health management techniques critical to the resolution of radiation safety management problems. Knowledge and understanding of professional level concepts, principles, theories, and current practices that enable incumbent to serve as a technical authority on the most complex environmental projects and programs within the radiation safety and health physics area of expertise. Knowledge and skill in project management to include contractor performance, quality assurance, quality control, costs, scope, and schedules of projects/programs. Knowledge and skills necessary to meet the requirements of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission definition of a Radiation Safety Officer for a Broad scope License. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.


FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Contacts

• Address AF Life Cycle Management Center 2000 Allbrook Drive Wright Patterson AFB, OH 45433 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]