DHS CBRN/WMD Detection Operations SME -Novota, California

Summit ET•Novato, CA

11d•$90,000 - $98,000

About The Position

SummitET is seeking a full-time DHS CBRN/WMD Detection Operations SME in Novato, California, supporting the Department of Homeland Security’s Mobile Detection Deployment Unit (MDDU). The role helps support the U.S. Government’s ability to detect chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear threats nationwide. The MDDU Equipment Custodian maintains the readiness of CBRN detection equipment and conducts nationwide technical detection operations, training, and exercises to augment and train Federal, state, and local law enforcement partners. The position involves custody and readiness management of detection equipment and radioactive sources; field maintenance and troubleshooting; safe handling, transport, and shipment of radioactive sources; and procurement and administrative reporting. The SME also supports CBRN detection operations, just-in-time training, and exercises with law enforcement agencies and stakeholders, including at DHS SEAR events, NSSEs, and critical infrastructure sites. The role coordinates deployments, prepares or assists with after-action reports, provides status updates, and follows MDDU guidance, federal travel regulations, and Federal Acquisition Regulations. 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 back-to-back missions. Work may extend beyond eight hours and include weekends and holidays; employees may be recalled from off-duty status for national security matters. The role requires safely operating a truck, lifting and carrying equipment up to 50 pounds, and maintaining flexibility as assignments and schedules change.

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 required.
Knowledge of representative radiological/nuclear detection 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.
Knowledge of auxiliary equipment such as radios.
Ability to perform minor equipment maintenance, including 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.
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 maintain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
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 and on weekends and holidays as needed, and to adapt to changing assignments and schedules.

Nice To Haves

Prior training under 49 CFR 172.704 (HAZMAT Training) is highly desired but not required for initial hire.
Biological and/or chemical detection experience is highly desired but not required for initial hire.
Radiation Worker training and experience working with radioactive materials.
Prior experience with DHS CWMD Fleet requirements is desired but not required for initial hire.

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 at all times, including conducting routine field-level repairs and coordinating with manufacturers and repair companies.
Safely handle, use, transport, and ship radioactive sources in accordance with federal and Department of Transportation regulations while performing work as a radiation worker.
Procure supplies and equipment according to administrative procedures.
Conduct CBRN detection operations with Federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies and other stakeholders, including at DHS 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 technical CBRN detection exercises.
Maintain and develop technical skills, train routinely, and share job knowledge with MDDU team members.
Work independently and collaboratively to meet MDDU requirements and follow direction from the Senior 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 as required.
Follow MDDU guidance documents, federal travel regulations, and Federal Acquisition Regulations.
Prepare accurate and timely travel and procurement expense reports.
Safely operate a truck.
Maintain professionalism, integrity, good conduct, flexibility, and adaptability, including during extended hours, weekend and holiday work, and potential recall from off-duty status.