USAJOBS · 1 day ago
LEAD PHYSICAL SCIENCE TECHNICIAN (INSTRUCTOR)
Bremerton, Washington, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$101K/yr - $131K/yr
1+ years expUSAJOBS is seeking a Lead Physical Science Technician (Instructor) in the Radiological Control Office of PSNS and IMF. The role involves ensuring effective communication of the shipyard's strategic plan to the instructional team while overseeing training and problem-solving methods to enhance team effectiveness in radiological control practices.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
You will ensure the shipyard strategic plan, mission, vision and values are communicated to the instructional team and integrated into the teams strategies and objectives
You will articulate and communicate assignments and priorities provided by the Branch Head to the team, specifically problems to be solved, actionable events, milestones, program issues under review, and deadlines and time frames for completion
You will coach the team in the selection and application of appropriate problem-solving methods and techniques, provide advice on work methods, practices and procedures, and assist in identifying the parameters of a viable solution
You will identify, distribute, and balance the workload among assigned team members in accordance to priorities provided by the branch head
You will train or arrange for the training of team members in methods and techniques of team building and working in teams to accomplish tasks or projects
You will monitor and report on the status and progress of work, checking on work in progress and reviewing completed work to see that the Branch Head’s instructions on work priorities, methods, deadlines and quality have been met
You will serve as coach, facilitator, and/or negotiator in coordinating team initiatives and in consensus building activities among the team and maintain current knowledge to answer questions from the team on procedures, policies, directives, etc
You will maintain Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) and shipyard administrative requirements and directives, health physics reference materials, technical handbooks, and established practices for the assigned instructional area-of-responsibility
You will develop, administer, and review course materials, training aids, and qualification examinations involving radiological control requirements
You will coordinate the preparation, presentation and communication of training related assessments and reports to the Branch Head
You will research, learn and apply a wide range of qualitative and/or quantitative methods, including casual analysis, to identify, assess, and improve team effectiveness, efficiency and work products in support of such assessments and reports
You will lead the team in assessing its strengths and weaknesses and provide leadership to the team in exploring alternatives and determining what improvements can be made (e.g., in work methods, processes and procedures)
You will estimate and report to the team and Branch Head progress in meeting milestones and deadlines of actions, projects and tasks, and ensure that team members are aware, plan, and participate in the achievement of team goals and objectives
You will resolve simple, informal complaints of team members and refer others, such as formal grievances and appeals, to the Branch Head or an appropriate shipyard management official
You will review radioactivity control-related plans and procedures to assure that radiological controls are adequate for anticipated and actual on-the-job conditions
You will assure adherence to radiological control requirements for assignments which involve numerous processes in several high skill level trades (e.g., pipefitting, welding, machining, and rigging)
You will recommend changes to work plans and trades procedures to improve radiological controls, correct deficiencies, increase efficiency, minimize exposure to radiation, and prevent nuclear incidents
You will conduct surveillance of naval nuclear propulsion program work to assure radiological control training materials and qualification examinations reflect current practices and procedures
You will maintain qualification as senior radiological control technician and when assigned serve in a wide range of radiation control operations including complicated and demanding projects
Qualification
Required
Must be a US Citizen
Must be determined suitable for federal employment
Must participate in the direct deposit pay program
New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check
Generally, current federal employees applying for GS jobs must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level
Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
This is a bargaining unit position
You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty
You will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift
Work is performed in areas where potentially harmful physical and chemical agents are present
This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites
You will need to be able to lift/carry loads up to 40 pounds in weight
You will need to be able to climb ladders, stairs, and/or scaffolding
Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector
Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: previously held or currently qualified as a radiological control technician at a naval nuclear maintenance activity OR as an engineering laboratory technician assigned to a nuclear-powered naval vessel; experience in a wide range of radiation control practices and requirements associated with nuclear work; knowledge of principles, theories, techniques, and methodologies for the surveillance of nuclear propulsion plant work processes, control of radioactive material and control of radiation exposure and radioactive contamination; knowledge of potential radiological control casualty situations and of the appropriate corrective or mitigating actions to be taken
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
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