DHS CBRN/WMD Detection Operations SME-Mobile, Alabama

Summit ET•Mobile, AL

11d•$89,000 - $93,000•Onsite

About The Position

SummitET is seeking a full-time employee to support the Department of Homeland Security’s Mobile Detection Deployment Unit (MDDU) 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 Equipment Custodian 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 position includes equipment custody and inventory, maintaining equipment in deployment-ready condition, handling and transporting radioactive sources, procurements, CBRN detection operations and training, deployment coordination, reporting, and administrative support. The employee works independently and with the MDDU team, follows guidance from program leadership, and must remain flexible as assignments and schedules change. Work may extend beyond eight hours and include weekends and holidays; employees may be recalled from off-duty status for matters of national security. Travel is required 50–75 percent of the month within the contiguous United States and U.S. territories, sometimes involving deployments exceeding 10 days and back-to-back missions. The role requires safely operating a truck and fifth-wheel trailer. Work location: 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.
Experience in chemical, biological, radiological, and/or nuclear detection, with emphasis on radiological/nuclear detection.
Knowledge of representative radiation detection 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 auxiliary equipment such as radios.
Ability to perform minor equipment maintenance, such as battery replacement and settings adjustments, and multi-step 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, audio/visual 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.
Willingness and ability to travel 50–75 percent of the month within the contiguous United States and U.S. territories.
Ability to work beyond an eight-hour day, on weekends and holidays, and adapt to changing schedules; MDDU employees are subject to recall from off-duty status for national security matters.

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.
Keep equipment repaired, calibrated, maintained, and ready for deployment 24 hours a day, seven days a week, year-round; 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 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 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.
Maintain and develop technical skills and share job knowledge with other MDDU team members.
Maintain integrity, good conduct, and professionalism during and outside work hours.
Adapt to changing assignments and schedules, including extended workdays, weekends, holidays, and potential recall for national security matters.
Work independently and collaboratively to meet MDDU requirements.
Follow guidance from the DHS CBRN/WMD Detection Operations Senior SME, project manager, client program manager, and designated 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.
Travel 50–75 percent of the month within the contiguous United States and U.S. territories, potentially on deployments longer than 10 days and back-to-back missions.
Safely operate a truck and fifth-wheel trailer.
Follow MDDU guidance documents, federal travel regulations, and Federal Acquisition Regulations.
Prepare accurate and timely travel and procurement expense reports.