Radiation Health Specialist-In-Training

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet • Frankfort, KY

7d • $35,712 - $53,568 • Onsite

About The Position

The Radiation Health Branch supports the beneficial use of radiation, evaluates and controls hazards associated with the use of radiation, and protects citizens of the commonwealth from unnecessary exposure to ionizing radiation. The Radiation/Environmental Monitoring Section of the Radiation Health Branch routinely monitors two sites in Kentucky to ensure protection of the public from unnecessary exposure to ionizing radiation. Come join our team if you are interested in a challenging yet rewarding career where you can make a positive difference in the State.

Requirements

• Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, engineering, mathematics, environmental health, health physics, physics, physical science or health science.
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• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must pass a 29 CFR 1910.120 compliant physical examination within 6 months of employment, if necessary, and maintain by passing an annual 29 CFR 1910.120 compliant physical examination as necessary according to assigned job duties.
• Must pass a 29 CFR 1910.120 compliant hazardous waste operations and emergency response training course within 1 year of employment, if necessary, and maintain through completion of 29 CFR 1910.120 compliant refresher training as necessary according to assigned job duties.
• Employees in this class must obtain at least a secret (or L if DOE) level security clearance or equivalent, if necessary. Further, this clearance must be maintained as necessary according to assigned job duties.
• Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification.
• Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Nice To Haves

• Employment in, or direct experience with a governmental or other certified or licensed laboratory
• Radiochemistry experience.
• Field sampling experience.
• Solid judgement.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Computer literacy

Responsibilities

• With oversight and training by senior staff, performs simple to moderately complex radiochemical analysis on samples using state SOPs, performs data entry, reduction and reporting of analysis to Radiation Health Supervisor or designee.
• Acquires the ability to review data reports for content and accuracy, prepares data packages for verification to present to Radiation Health Supervisor or designated reviewer for approval.
• Develops the skill of performing specific assignments including instrument maintenance, calibration and quality control checks.
• Becomes proficient with performing environmental radiation surveys and sampling. Participates in routine and non-routine sampling at required locations.
• Assists, as part of a team effort, in the response to statewide radiological incidents and correcting immediate hazards.
• Obtains the ability to prepare radiation related lectures and present and/or respond to professional organizations and concerned citizen groups.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level