DHS CBRN/WMD Detection Operations SME-New Jersey

Summit ET•New Hanover Township, NJ

11d•$89,000 - $98,000•Onsite

About The Position

SummitET is seeking a full-time employee to support the Department of Homeland Security’s Mobile Detection Deployment Unit (MDDU) at Fort Dix, New Jersey. The role supports the U.S. Government’s nationwide capability to detect chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) threats. The employee maintains the readiness of CBRN detection equipment and conducts technical detection operations, training, and exercises to augment and train Federal, state, and local law enforcement partners. The position involves maintaining MDDU equipment and radioactive sources; ensuring equipment is repaired, calibrated, maintained, and ready for deployment; safely handling and transporting radioactive sources; and conducting procurements. The employee supports CBRN operations at special events and critical infrastructure sites, provides just-in-time training, participates in exercises, and coordinates MDDU deployments. Duties also include reporting, travel and procurement administration, and collaboration with MDDU colleagues and government and company leadership. The position requires travel 50–75 percent of the month within the contiguous United States and U.S. territories. Deployments may exceed 10 days and may involve consecutive missions. Work may extend beyond eight hours and may include weekends and holidays; employees may be recalled from off-duty status for matters of national security. Excess hours may be flexed when work allows.

Requirements

Experience in chemical, biological, radiological, and/or nuclear detection, with emphasis on radiological/nuclear detection.
Five years of experience in radiation detection training and supporting detection operations at special events or during steady-state operations where detection is regularly conducted.
Knowledge of representative radiation/nuclear equipment, including personal radiation detectors, human-portable radiation detection backpacks, radiological isotope identification devices, and mobile radiation detection systems.
Knowledge of safely using and handling radioactive sources.
Knowledge of using auxiliary equipment such as radios.
Ability to perform minor maintenance and upkeep, including battery replacement and settings adjustments, and to complete multistep troubleshooting that may involve vendor interaction.
Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET-level national security clearance and DHS Suitability.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds of equipment.
Ability to drive a truck and fifth-wheel trailer with a total rig length of 45 feet.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including preparation of daily situation reports, after-action reports, and monthly reports.
Proficiency with computers, A/V equipment, and Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Valid driver's license and ability to obtain and maintain a commercial driver's license within six months of employment.
Ability to travel 50–75 percent of the month, including missions longer than 10 days and consecutive deployments.
Must successfully pass pre-employment background and drug screening.

Nice To Haves

Prior training under 49 CFR 172.704 (HAZMAT Training).
Biological and/or chemical detection experience.
Radiation Worker training and experience working with radioactive materials.
Experience driving a dually pickup truck with a fifth-wheel trailer.
Prior experience with DHS CWMD Fleet requirements.

Responsibilities

Track and maintain care, custody, and control of MDDU equipment, including detection equipment and radioactive sources.
Inventory DHS MDDU property and update computerized tracking information.
Repair, calibrate, and maintain MDDU equipment in a deployment-ready state 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year, including field-level routine repairs in consultation with manufacturers and designated repair companies.
Safely handle, use, transport, and ship radioactive sources in accordance with federal and Department of Transportation regulations, performing work as a radiation worker.
Procure supplies and equipment in accordance with administrative procedures.
Conduct CBRN detection operations with Federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies and stakeholders, including at DHS SEAR events, NSSEs, and critical infrastructure sites.
Provide just-in-time training on technical detection equipment to Federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies and stakeholders.
Perform or assist with CBRN technical detection exercises.
Routinely train, acquire, and maintain technical skills and experience, and share job knowledge with MDDU team members.
Maintain integrity, good conduct, and professionalism during and outside work hours.
Adapt to changing assignments and schedules, including extended hours, weekends, holidays, and possible recall from off-duty status for national security matters.
Work independently and as part of a team to meet MDDU requirements.
Follow guidance and direction from the DHS CBRN/WMD Detection Operations SR SME (Team Leader), Project Manager, client Program Manager, and designated SummitET supervisor.
Initiate, organize, and report on planning and management taskings.
Coordinate, initiate, and track MDDU or equipment deployments.
Assist with or prepare timely after-action reports for MDDU missions.
Provide oral and written task status updates to the team lead, project manager, or client program manager.
Travel 50–75 percent of the month within the contiguous United States and U.S. territories to support program needs.
Follow MDDU guidance documents, federal travel regulations, and Federal Acquisition Regulations.
Prepare accurate and timely travel and procurement expense reports.