R&D Radiation Protection Training Program Lead

LLNL•Livermore, CA

2d•$175,530 - $267,060•Hybrid

About The Position

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory is hiring an R&D Radiation Protection Training Program Lead in the Radiation Protection Functional Area (RPFA), within the Environment, Safety and Health Directorate. The role independently plans and executes research and development supporting the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of radiation protection training and qualification programs. These include the Radiation Control Technician (RCT) and Health Physicist (HP) qualification programs, as well as institutional Radiological Worker, Radiation Generating Device Custodian, and Sealed Radioactive Source Custodian training programs. The position is subject to DOE Order 426.2 and will be filled at either the SES.3 or SES.4 level depending on experience. A hybrid schedule may be available after a probationary period, subject to team and organizational needs. The lead sets technical strategy and direction for the program, develops and revises health physics training materials and lesson plans, resolves complex training and qualification problems, and guides program initiatives and qualification and requalification objectives. The position is the primary technical contact for RCT/HP qualification and training matters and works with internal colleagues, management, DOE representatives, and training committees. Responsibilities also include leading audits, inspections, and site verifications. At the SES.4 level, the role additionally directs R&D tasks and program initiatives, sets broad program vision and strategy, develops solutions to highly complex problems, and provides cross-directorate support to Laboratory-wide training organizations and the Training & Qualification Functional Area Manager. The position may help attract and retain training programs, funding, and staff, and may serve as an organizational spokesperson on RCT/HP qualification matters.

Requirements

Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.
Bachelor's degree in health physics, nuclear engineering, radiation physics, radiation protection, or a related STEM field, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Advanced knowledge of operational and technical health physics fundamentals sufficient to design effective training for Radiological Workers, Health Physicist staff, and Radiological Control Technicians.
Significant experience applying and/or developing technical or industry best practices and/or business principles for managing NRC- or DOE-based Radiation Protection Training Programs.
Advanced verbal and written communication skills for collaborating on training development, presenting and explaining technical training information to the ES&H Directorate, and advising RPFA management.
Effective organizational skills and attention to detail to lead multiple tasks amid conflicting priorities, tight and changing deadlines, and frequent interruptions while providing high-level customer service and follow-through.
At the SES.4 level, subject matter expertise in operational and technical health physics fundamentals sufficient to design effective training for Health Physicist staff and Radiological Control Technicians.
At the SES.4 level, substantial demonstrated experience applying and/or developing technical or industry best practices and/or business principles for managing NRC- or DOE-based Radiation Protection Training Programs.
At the SES.4 level, expert verbal and written communication skills for training collaboration, technical presentations to the ES&H Directorate, and advising RPFA management.

Nice To Haves

Previous DOE experience and an active Q clearance.
Professional certification in health physics, such as NRRPT or CHP.
Previous experience delivering training as a qualified classroom instructor.
Experience leading instructors and/or training specialists in developing radiological training in traditional classroom, hands-on practical, and computer-based formats such as Articulate Storyline.
Previous experience designing, developing, and implementing radiological qualification standards for Radiation Protection positions.
Expert-level knowledge of 10 CFR 835, DOE-HDBK-1078, DOE-HDBK-1122, DOE-HDBK-1130, and DOE-STD-1070.
Advanced knowledge of DOE-HDBK-1078 and the Systematic Approach to Training, including developing learning objectives and leading Training Needs Analysis and Job Tasks Analysis.
Experience conducting DOE-STD-1070 assessments or supporting/leading DOE O 426.2 nuclear facility training programs.
Previous experience implementing and/or developing RCT Qualification Exams and Oral Evaluation Boards.

Responsibilities

Set technical strategy and direction for the RP Training and Qualification program, providing advanced input on training design, delivery, and continuing training methods.
Collaborate across LLNL's training community and the DOE Complex to develop innovative training methods.
Support local secondary education and career pipeline programs to recruit and retain Radiological Control Technician staff.
Analyze and resolve complex training and qualification problems involving regulatory requirements, workforce qualification data, and field operational needs.
Design, develop, and revise health physics training materials and lesson plans for DOE RCT, HP, and Radiological Worker qualifications, in accordance with applicable regulations, orders, standards, and handbooks.
Independently determine methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for qualification and training program design, including job task analysis and difficulty/importance/frequency survey methodology.
Guide training program initiatives and contribute to RPFA training goals, including influencing qualification and requalification objectives across the RCT/HP workforce.
Track requalification due dates and generate training status reports.
Serve as the primary point of contact and technical contact for RCT/HP qualification and training program elements; work with colleagues, management, DOE representatives, and training-related committees.
Lead audits, inspections, and site verifications, including DOE-STD-1070 assessments, triennial audits, and DOE oversight of qualification and training program adequacy.
At the SES.4 level, independently direct R&D technical tasks and training initiatives, set program vision and strategy, and allocate resources across multiple qualification program elements.
At the SES.4 level, develop innovative training methods and technology and provide cross-directorate support to Laboratory-wide training organizations, Strategic Deterrence nuclear facility training programs, and the Laboratory's T&Q Functional Area Manager.
At the SES.4 level, help attract and retain training programs, funding, and staff, and potentially serve as an organizational spokesperson on RCT/HP qualification matters.
Perform other duties as assigned.