Hanford Waste Treatment Plant Readiness Technical Support Specialist (PR0129)

ProSidian Consulting • Richland, WA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

ProSidian Seeks a Readiness Technical Support Specialist (Full-Time [W-2]) to support an engagement for the US Dept. of Energy (DOE) Hanford. Preferred candidates present with relevant Government, Public Sector and Infrastructure (Nuclear and Environmental) Sector experience (functional area experience also ideal) This service supports with relevant Government, Public Sector and Infrastructure (Nuclear and Environmental) Sector experience (functional area experience also ideal) Sector Clients (For Present / Future Requirements) and ProSidian Team Members work as part of a Engagement Team Cadre (Labor Category ) to fulfill FFP - Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Task Order (TO) requirements for a provide Analytical support services on behalf of The Department of Energy (DOE), Hanford Office of Communications (HOC) as part of The General Support Services Contract (GSSC). The HOC Director will provide direction for this work. The successful Readiness Technical Support Specialist will have responsibility for execution of the itemized work scope below: Oversight development and coordination in support of core requirement oversight strategies and presentation to the Line Management Review Board on the status of readiness for specific core requirements, as directed by the COD Director. Plan strategic activities required for ORP to achieve and verify readiness for radioactive operations. Mentor ORP staff and management in conduct of activities to achieve and verify readiness to safely conduct nuclear operations. Provide professional counsel on development and implementation of a readiness program from line management’s perspective. Provide expert advice and counsel on improvements to ORP’s readiness program. Promote coordination between all relevant functions related to readiness in ORP to safely conduct nuclear operations. Complete critical assessments and implement actions as required supporting WTP. Coordinate oversight with multiple organizations and disciplines to ensure the necessary interfaces are in place to ensure safe, compliant operations at the WTP. Perform technical reviews of DOE Hanford Site and contractors engaged in readiness activities for quality, adequacy, and reliability; ensure compliance with established criteria and sound engineering principles; and identify omissions, discrepancies, inadequacies, and nonconformances with approved criteria. Brief management on technical issues and options for resolution and facilitate decision making. Provide project management skills to support WTP in analyzing the direct-feed low activity waste integrated schedule, readiness, effective risk management, cost and schedule assessment, procedural development, and organizational management, as directed by the COD Director. Consult with other organizations within the DOE Hanford Site to assist in identification and resolution of conflicts and recommend corrective actions to prevent delays and facilitate completion of work. Support establishment of oversight strategies and integrate with WTP, perform readiness and safety management program reviews, provide audit and surveillance support and documentation, investigate, provide recommendations to close outstanding information management system issues, and support streamlining of oversight tools and methods. Complete assessment report writing. Follow-up on issues, adverse conditions, and other areas of concern. Participate in weekly coordination meetings, as necessary. Support the Line Management Review Board process. Participation on integrated project teams, as required. #TechnicalCrossCuttingJobs #EnergyTechnology #Jugaad #Hanford #EnvironmentalManagement #NukeWorker

Requirements

• The Readiness Technical Support Specialist shall have consecutive employment in a position with comparable responsibilities within the past five (5) years
• Must be able to use a computer to communicate via email; and proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Word/Excel/PowerPoint) and related tools and technology required for the position.
• Significantly demonstrating expertise with the execution of DOE O 425.1D, Verification of Readiness to Startup or Restart Nuclear Facilities, in the startup of complex and high risk nuclear facilities.
• Performing key positions in the work to achieve readiness and verify readiness to safely operate complex high-risk nuclear facilities.
• Executing experience with direct interface with senior management.
• Expert knowledge of DOE orders, standards, policies, and procedures providing requirements and guidance for safe startup of nuclear facilities.
• Knowledge of Hanford Site mission, activities, and priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Maintaining proficiencies in the following through periodic training: - Hanford General Employee Training (better known as HGET). - WTP site access.
• Working level knowledge of environmental compliance, safety and health, quality assurance, and nuclear safety related controls and requirements.
• Expertise level of knowledge of Hanford Site mission, activities, and priorities.
• Expertise level of knowledge of DOE program and project management practices, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft® Word, PowerPoint®, and/or other Microsoft® Office tools.
• United States citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Oversight development and coordination in support of core requirement oversight strategies and presentation to the Line Management Review Board on the status of readiness for specific core requirements, as directed by the COD Director.
• Plan strategic activities required for ORP to achieve and verify readiness for radioactive operations.
• Mentor ORP staff and management in conduct of activities to achieve and verify readiness to safely conduct nuclear operations.
• Provide professional counsel on development and implementation of a readiness program from line management’s perspective.
• Provide expert advice and counsel on improvements to ORP’s readiness program.
• Promote coordination between all relevant functions related to readiness in ORP to safely conduct nuclear operations.
• Complete critical assessments and implement actions as required supporting WTP.
• Coordinate oversight with multiple organizations and disciplines to ensure the necessary interfaces are in place to ensure safe, compliant operations at the WTP.
• Perform technical reviews of DOE Hanford Site and contractors engaged in readiness activities for quality, adequacy, and reliability; ensure compliance with established criteria and sound engineering principles; and identify omissions, discrepancies, inadequacies, and nonconformances with approved criteria.
• Brief management on technical issues and options for resolution and facilitate decision making.
• Provide project management skills to support WTP in analyzing the direct-feed low activity waste integrated schedule, readiness, effective risk management, cost and schedule assessment, procedural development, and organizational management, as directed by the COD Director.
• Consult with other organizations within the DOE Hanford Site to assist in identification and resolution of conflicts and recommend corrective actions to prevent delays and facilitate completion of work.
• Support establishment of oversight strategies and integrate with WTP, perform readiness and safety management program reviews, provide audit and surveillance support and documentation, investigate, provide recommendations to close outstanding information management system issues, and support streamlining of oversight tools and methods.
• Complete assessment report writing.
• Follow-up on issues, adverse conditions, and other areas of concern.
• Participate in weekly coordination meetings, as necessary.
• Support the Line Management Review Board process.
• Participation on integrated project teams, as required.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: The pay range begins in the competitive ranges with Group Health Benefits, Pre-tax Employee Benefits, and Performance Incentives.
• The Company contributes a fixed dollar amount each month towards the Plan you elect for medical and dental benefits.
• Contributions are deducted on a pre-tax basis.
• Group Medical Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian partners with BC/BS to offer a range of medical plans, including high-deductible health plans or PPOs.
• Group Dental Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian dental carriers - Delta, Aetna, Guardian, and MetLife.
• Group Vision Health Insurance Benefits: ProSidian offers high/low vision plans through 2 carriers: Aetna and VSP.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plans help you save for your retirement for eligible employees.
• A range of investment options is available with a personal financial planner to assist you.
• The Plan is a pre-tax Safe Harbor 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.
• Vacation and Paid Time-Off (PTO) Benefits: Eligible employees use PTO for vacation, a doctor's appointment, or any number of events in your life.
• Currently, these benefits include Vacation/Sick days – 2 weeks/3 days | Holidays - 10 ProSidian and Government Days are given.
• Pre-Tax Payment Programs: Pre-Tax Payment Programs currently exist in the form of a Premium Only Plan (POP).
• These Plans offer a full Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan and a tax benefit for eligible employees.
• Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plans: We want you to achieve financial success. Therefore, we offer a Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plan through The Corporate Perks Benefit Program.
• This provides special discounts for eligible employees on products and services you buy daily.
• Security Clearance: Due to the nature of our consulting engagements, there are Security Clearance requirements for Engagement Teams handling sensitive Engagements in the Federal Marketplace.
• A Security Clearance is a valued asset in your professional portfolio and adds to your credentials.
• ProSidian Employee & Contractor Referral Bonus Program: ProSidian Consulting will pay up to 5k for all referrals employed for 90 days for candidates submitted through our Referral Program.
• Performance Incentives: Due to the nature of our consulting engagements, there are performance incentives associated with each new client that each employee works to pursue and support.
• Flexible Spending Account: FSAs help you pay for eligible out-of-pocket health care and dependent daycare expenses on a pre-tax basis.
• You determine your projected costs for the Plan Year and then elect to set aside a portion of each paycheck into your FSA.
• Supplemental Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance: If you want extra protection for yourself and your eligible dependents, you have the option to elect supplemental life insurance.
• D&D covers death or dismemberment from an accident only.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance: Disability insurance plans are designed to provide income protection while you recover from a disability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees