DHS CBRN/WMD Detection Operations SME-Mobile, Alabama

Summit ET•Mobile, AL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

SummitET is seeking a full-time DHS CBRN/WMD Detection Operations SME to support the Department of Homeland Security’s Mobile Detection Deployment Unit (MDDU) in Mobile, Alabama. The role supports the U.S. Government’s capability to technically detect chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) threats nationwide. The MDDU maintains CBRN detection equipment readiness and conducts nationwide detection operations, training, and exercises to augment and train Federal, state, and local law enforcement partners. The employee will maintain MDDU equipment and radioactive sources, ensure equipment is ready for deployment, conduct CBRN detection operations and training, and help plan and report on deployments and missions. The position requires frequent travel—50 to 75 percent of the month within the contiguous United States and U.S. territories—and may involve missions lasting more than 10 days or back-to-back deployments. Work can extend beyond eight hours, include weekends and holidays, and involve recall from off-duty status for matters of national security. Excess hours may be flexed when work allows. The role requires safe operation of a truck and fifth-wheel trailer, with a total rig length of 45 feet. The employee must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET-level national security clearance and DHS Suitability, and must have or obtain a CDL within six months of employment. The position is located in Mobile, Alabama.

Requirements

At least five years of experience in radiation detection training and supporting detection operations at special events or during steady-state operations where detection is regularly performed.
Experience in chemical, biological, radiological, and/or nuclear detection, with an emphasis on radiological/nuclear detection.
Knowledge of representative radiological/nuclear equipment, including personal radiation detectors, human-portable radiation detection backpacks, radiological isotope identification devices, and mobile radiation detection systems.
Knowledge of safe use and handling of radioactive sources.
Ability to perform minor equipment maintenance, including battery replacement and settings adjustments, and multi-step troubleshooting that may involve vendors.
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 preparing 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 a CDL within six months of employment.
Ability to work beyond an eight-hour day, weekends, and holidays; employees may be recalled from off-duty status for national security matters.
Ability to travel 50 to 75 percent of the month within the contiguous United States and U.S. territories.

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.
Ensure equipment is repaired, calibrated, maintained, and ready for deployment at all times; conduct field-level routine repairs in consultation with manufacturers and designated repair companies.
Safely handle, use, transport, and ship radioactive sources in accordance with federal regulations, including Department of Transportation requirements.
Perform 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 SEAR events, NSSEs, and critical infrastructure sites.
Provide just-in-time training on technical detection equipment to law enforcement agencies and stakeholders.
Conduct or assist with CBRN technical detection exercises.
Routinely train, acquire, and maintain technical skills and experience, and share job knowledge with other MDDU team members.
Maintain integrity, good conduct, professionalism, flexibility, and adaptability to changing assignments and schedules.
Work independently and as part of a team to meet MDDU requirements, following guidance from the designated senior SME, project manager, client program manager, and SummitET supervisor.
Initiate, organize, and report on planning and management taskings.
Coordinate, initiate, and track deployments of assigned MDDUs or equipment.
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.
Follow MDDU guidance documents, federal travel regulations, and Federal Acquisition Regulations.
Prepare accurate and timely travel and procurement expense reports.
Travel 50 to 75 percent of the month, including possible deployments exceeding 10 days and back-to-back missions.
Safely operate a truck and fifth-wheel trailer.