Job Information
Evergy, Inc. Health Physics Tech Adv II - Lead in Burlington, Kansas
Description
SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS
JOB TITLE: Health Physics Tech Advisor II – Lead Health Physics Tech Advisor
REQUISITION ID: NUC00B2
DEPARTMENT: Radiation Protection
LOCATION: Wolf Creek – Burlington, KS
PAY RANGE:
Level II - 14B Min: $69,900 Mid: $87,400
Sr – 15B Min: $79,100 Mid: $105,400
Lead – 16B Min: $93100 Mid: 124,100
Position Summary:
The Health Physics Tech Advisor acts as the technical conscience of the Radiation Protection program. This includes implementation and continuing improvement of the radiation protection program. Development of and periodic review of procedures and policies (not to including procedure writing) to protect against radiation hazards, coordination and technical oversight of the radiation protection program, and participation in and delivery of assessments and audits. The Health Physics Tech Advisor ensures compliance with federal regulations including but not limited to 10CFR20 and industry standards.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist with the implementation and continuing improvement of the Radiation Protection program. This includes identifying program deficiencies, developing appropriate corrective actions, providing technical guidance for development of radiation protection policies and procedures, reviewing new regulatory requirements for applicability, and reviewing projects and programs for compliance with radiological control requirements.
Work with and supports Radiation Protection Supervision and related staff.
Reviews work documents and procedures for radiological safety and regulatory compliance.
Works with RP supervision to resolve issues within the Corrective Action Program.
Review and evaluate proposed radiological work activities. Develop Technical Documents, ALARA reviews, Radiation Work Permits, Waste Characterizations, Internal Dose Monitoring, Instrumentation and Air Sampling performance. Ensures that radiological controls are comprehensive and documented in accordance with radiological procedures.
Participate as a member in the Emergency Plan.
Work independently, with limited direction and guidance. May also be called on to act as a mentor for junior staff, as applicable.
Fill in for Supervision on a periodic basis.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervision/management.
Qualifications
Education and Experience Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Health Physics or related technical field with a minimum of 20 semester hours in physical science, OR Associates degree in Health Physics or a related technical field.
Minimum 3 years of related experience to be qualified for level II.
Minimum 5 years of related experience to be qualified for SR level.
Minimum 8 years of related experience to be qualified for Lead level.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
CHP or NRRPT are preferred.
Cognitive Skills:
This position requires the ability to: read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations; write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; effectively present information and respond to questions from supervision or members of other departments.
This position requires the ability to: work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry; apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
This position requires the ability to: define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
Vision:
This position requires the ability to pass vision requirements associated with Company physical in order to read detailed engineering prints and drawings and inspect equipment installations and construction job sites
Noise:
This position requires the ability to work in environments with moderate to loud noise.
Additional Information:
Must have a satisfactory work record including good attendance.
Evergy has a clear mission – To empower a better future. Evergy chooses to live this mission by valuing People First. We know to accomplish becoming the most innovative and reliable energy company, we need a team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. So, our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. We are committed to celebrating diversity and building a team where everyone – regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status – has a voice and can bring their best every day. We know that the more diverse and inclusive we are, the better we will be. Evergy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.
Disclaimer: The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Shift Standard
Job Field: Radiation Protection
Req ID: NUC00B2