Senior Intergovernmental Liaison Project Manager

Nuclear Regulatory Commission • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

This position is in the NRC Office of Nuclear Materials Safety and Safeguards, Division of Materials Safety, Security, and State Programs, State Agreement and Liaison Programs Branch. The role leads and coordinates the NRC Integrated Materials Performance Evaluation Program (IMPEP), including reviews, evaluation teams, findings, recommendations, and consistent implementation of program policies and procedures. It also coordinates Management Review Board processes and works with federal, state, and local agencies, standards-setting organizations, and the public to advance the Agency’s mission. The position advises management and staff on NRC regulation and oversight of byproduct materials and supports program direction for academic and industrial uses of those materials, including technical assistance to Regions and Agreement States. The role contributes to policy and procedure development and process improvements, supports and mentors junior staff, and manages complex or controversial program, policy, licensing, inspection, and oversight issues.

Requirements

• At least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level in Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector, applying principles of nuclear safety, radiation protection, and NRC regulations and guidance related to byproduct material use.
• For the 0801 occupational series: an engineering degree meeting the stated accreditation or coursework criteria, or an acceptable combination of education and experience demonstrating the required engineering knowledge.
• For the 1301 occupational series: a degree in physical science, engineering, or mathematics that includes 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, or an acceptable combination of education and experience.
• Submit college or university transcripts with the application; foreign education must include documentation establishing U.S. equivalency.
• Meet the position’s security and suitability requirements and be able to participate in drug testing.
• Provide a clear description in the resume of specialized experience and qualifications relevant to the ideal-candidate criteria.

Nice To Haves

• Broad and extensive knowledge of engineering or radiological protection principles, theories, and practices relevant to NRC rules, policies, procedures, and safety standards for byproduct-material licensing, inspection, and regulation, including using available information and risk insights to support decisions.
• Working knowledge of 10 CFR Parts 30 to 40, 70, 71, and 150; NUREG-1556; and Inspection Manual Chapter 2800, Materials Inspection Program.
• Ability to perform independent evaluations and reviews of NRC and Agreement State programs, issues, or problems that document performance, set precedent, or establish policy.
• Ability to interact with federal, state, and local agencies and organizations and national and international standards-setting organizations.
• Ability to plan, lead, and manage complex projects and assessments involving licensing actions, rulemaking packages, regulatory guidance, Commission policy, or technical reports for the National Materials Program.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coordinate, and manage activities for the NRC Integrated Materials Performance Evaluation Program (IMPEP), including scheduling reviews, overseeing evaluation teams, developing findings and recommendations, and promoting consistent implementation of IMPEP policies and procedures.
• Coordinate Management Review Board (MRB) processes, prepare supporting materials, facilitate deliberations, and ensure timely documentation and communication of decisions.
• Interact with federal, state, and local agencies and organizations, national and international standards-setting organizations, and members of the public to accomplish the Agency’s mission and represent NRC actions as appropriate.
• Advise management and staff on issues and policies related to NRC regulation and oversight of byproduct materials.
• Assist with programmatic direction for academic and industrial uses of byproduct materials, including providing technical assistance to Regions and Agreement States.
• Support development of policies and procedures and implement process improvements to enhance branch and program efficiency and effectiveness.
• Advise the supervisor and staff and assist the supervisor in organizing and accomplishing work, including coaching, mentoring, and training junior staff.
• Manage projects and resolve highly complex, critical, or controversial program policy, licensing, inspection, or oversight issues.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and life insurance plans
• Flexible Spending Account Program for health and dependent care
• Dental and vision insurance
• Retirement savings and investment plan similar to a 401(k) (Thrift Savings Plan)
• Annual vacation and paid sick leave
• Family-friendly leave policies
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Transit benefits

What This Job Offers

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