Radiation Health Specialist III
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5/11/2024 (8:00 PM EDT)
24-02654
Radiation Health Specialist III
Pay Grade 15
Salary
$62,033.52 Annually
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH FULL TIME ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY 18A 37.5 HR/WK
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Hiring Agency
Cabinet for Health & Family Services Department for Public Health
Location
275 E Main St, HS1CA
Frankfort, KY 40621 USA
The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.
Description
The Radiation Health Branch (RHB) is the regulatory oversight for all users of radiation within the Commonwealth. From radioactive materials to radiation producing machines our inspectors and chemists utilize cutting edge technology to ensure that the citizens of Kentucky are safe from radiological hazards.
The Radiation Health Specialist III for the Radioactive Materials Section is a highly skilled team member providing a vital link between the Radiation Health Branch and the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission for licensure and inspection of facilities and users of radioactive materials to ensure against overexposure to radiation workers and the general public. Come join our team if you are interested in a challenging yet rewarding career where you can make a positive difference in the State.
Responsibilities and Duties:
Performs complex licensure and inspections of facilities.
Performs complex sealed source and device program oversight.
Evaluates radiation safety of industrial and medical facilities.
Responds to statewide radiological incidents/accidents.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Typing.
Strong Written and Verbal Communication.
Performs under pressure.
Solid judgement.
Computer literacy.
The Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. CHFS will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that CHFS has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (CHS) at 888-897-7781 or dhs.gov/E-Verify.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, engineering, mathematics, environmental health, health physics, physics, physical science or health science.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Must have four years of employment in, or direct experience with at least one of the following: a Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), NRC Agreement State, Department of Energy, or Department of Defense regulated health physics program; a State or Federally regulated X-ray program; or a governmental or other certified or licensed laboratory.
Substitute EDUCATION for
Experience: Graduate work in one of the above disciplines will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Proof of completion of the following: Army or Air Force health physics program, Department of Energy radiation protection program, or Naval Nuclear Power Program, OR certificate from the following: American Board of Radiology, American Board of Health Physics, Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board, American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, or National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists, OR four years full time experience at a governmental or other certified or licensed laboratory will substitute for the required bachelor's degree.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be 18 years of age. Must have completed one or more of the following: Army or Air Force health physics program, Department of Energy radiation protection program, or Naval Nuclear Power Program, OR possess a current certification or license from one or more of the following entities: American Board of Radiology, American Board of Health Physics, Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board, American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, or National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists; OR four years full time experience at a governmental or other certified or licensed laboratory. Must pass a 29 CFR 1910.120 compliant physical examination within 6 months of employment, if necessary, and maintain by passing an annual 29 CFR 1910.120 compliant physical examination as necessary according to assigned job duties. Must pass a 29 CFR 1910.120 compliant hazardous waste operations and emergency response training course within 1 year of employment, if necessary, and maintain through completion of 29 CFR 1910.120 compliant refresher training as necessary according to assigned job duties. Most federal agencies that issue security clearances use the terms Confidential, Secret, and Top Secret. The US Department of Energy uses the terms L, and Q. Employees in this class must obtain at least a secret (or L if DOE) level security clearance or equivalent, if necessary. Further, this clearance must be maintained as necessary according to assigned job duties. Must maintain any required licensure (s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials.
Working Conditions
Work will involve exposure to radiation, chemical, and other physical hazards when conducting regulatory activities and incident response. Must be capable of wearing and working in full hazardous materials protective garments and equipment for extended periods of time. Works in various weather conditions.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Russell Hestand at Russell.Hestrand@ky.gov or 502-564-3700.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/DEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
5/11/2024 (8:00 PM EDT)
24-02654
Radiation Health Specialist III
Pay Grade 15
Salary
$62,033.52 Annually
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH FULL TIME ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY 18A 37.5 HR/WK
Click here for more details on state employment.
Hiring Agency
Cabinet for Health & Family Services Department for Public Health
Location
275 E Main St, HS1CA
Frankfort, KY 40621 USA
The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.
Description
The Radiation Health Branch (RHB) is the regulatory oversight for all users of radiation within the Commonwealth. From radioactive materials to radiation producing machines our inspectors and chemists utilize cutting edge technology to ensure that the citizens of Kentucky are safe from radiological hazards.
The Radiation Health Specialist III for the Radioactive Materials Section is a highly skilled team member providing a vital link between the Radiation Health Branch and the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission for licensure and inspection of facilities and users of radioactive materials to ensure against overexposure to radiation workers and the general public. Come join our team if you are interested in a challenging yet rewarding career where you can make a positive difference in the State.
Responsibilities and Duties:
Performs complex licensure and inspections of facilities.
Performs complex sealed source and device program oversight.
Evaluates radiation safety of industrial and medical facilities.
Responds to statewide radiological incidents/accidents.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Typing.
Strong Written and Verbal Communication.
Performs under pressure.
Solid judgement.
Computer literacy.
The Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. CHFS will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that CHFS has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (CHS) at 888-897-7781 or dhs.gov/E-Verify.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, engineering, mathematics, environmental health, health physics, physics, physical science or health science.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Must have four years of employment in, or direct experience with at least one of the following: a Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), NRC Agreement State, Department of Energy, or Department of Defense regulated health physics program; a State or Federally regulated X-ray program; or a governmental or other certified or licensed laboratory.
Substitute EDUCATION for
Experience: Graduate work in one of the above disciplines will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Proof of completion of the following: Army or Air Force health physics program, Department of Energy radiation protection program, or Naval Nuclear Power Program, OR certificate from the following: American Board of Radiology, American Board of Health Physics, Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board, American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, or National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists, OR four years full time experience at a governmental or other certified or licensed laboratory will substitute for the required bachelor's degree.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be 18 years of age. Must have completed one or more of the following: Army or Air Force health physics program, Department of Energy radiation protection program, or Naval Nuclear Power Program, OR possess a current certification or license from one or more of the following entities: American Board of Radiology, American Board of Health Physics, Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board, American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, or National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists; OR four years full time experience at a governmental or other certified or licensed laboratory. Must pass a 29 CFR 1910.120 compliant physical examination within 6 months of employment, if necessary, and maintain by passing an annual 29 CFR 1910.120 compliant physical examination as necessary according to assigned job duties. Must pass a 29 CFR 1910.120 compliant hazardous waste operations and emergency response training course within 1 year of employment, if necessary, and maintain through completion of 29 CFR 1910.120 compliant refresher training as necessary according to assigned job duties. Most federal agencies that issue security clearances use the terms Confidential, Secret, and Top Secret. The US Department of Energy uses the terms L, and Q. Employees in this class must obtain at least a secret (or L if DOE) level security clearance or equivalent, if necessary. Further, this clearance must be maintained as necessary according to assigned job duties. Must maintain any required licensure (s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials.
Working Conditions
Work will involve exposure to radiation, chemical, and other physical hazards when conducting regulatory activities and incident response. Must be capable of wearing and working in full hazardous materials protective garments and equipment for extended periods of time. Works in various weather conditions.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Russell Hestand at Russell.Hestrand@ky.gov or 502-564-3700.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/DEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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