Radiation Health Physicist 1
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- Location
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Work type
- Hybrid
- Compensation
- $60,538 - $92,010/yr
- Posted
- 6 days ago
- Apply on
- governmentjobs.com
About this role
About the Department
Are you looking for a rewarding and meaningful career that involves protecting communities and ensuring the safe use of radiation across the Commonwealth? Become a Radiation Health Physicist 1 with the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and take part in essential tasks that keep Pennsylvania’s residents safe. In this role, you will conduct inspections, review safety procedures, and provide detailed responses to radiation-related concerns. Here, you will have the opportunity to enhance your technical skills while contributing to important regulatory and environmental protections. Apply today to step into a position where your efforts will help safeguard public health!
Position Duties
This position performs radiation safety inspections, evaluates regulatory compliance, and supports field activities that protect public health and the environment. As a Radiation Health Physicist 1, you will perform the following duties:
- Inspection Work: Perform inspections of radiation sources at various facilities to verify compliance with state and federal regulations
- Field Measurements: Make detailed observations and collect readings using specialized radiation detection equipment
- Report Preparation: Create written inspection reports and document findings in accordance with regulatory requirements
- Compliance Review: Identify non-compliance issues, recommend corrective actions, and assist with enforcement activities
- Public Response: Address inquiries, investigate complaints, and support responses to radiation-related incidents under supervision
- Emergency Support: Participate in emergency drills, maintain readiness, and assist with radiological response activities when needed
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- This position may require travel.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Pittsburgh. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
- Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $60,538.00 (before taxes).
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
Minimum Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Successful completion of the training program for the Radiation Health Physicist Trainee; or
- Five years of technical experience in providing protection to radiation workers, the general public, and the environment from the effects of radiation and possession of a certificate of registration issued by the National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists; or
- One year of professional experience in the recognition, evaluation, and control of radiation hazards and a bachelor's degree in health physics, radiation physics, radiation biology, nuclear physics, or applied health physics; or
- One year of professional experience in the recognition, evaluation, and control of radiation hazards and a bachelor's degree with major course work in the physical, biological, or radiological sciences or in nuclear engineering that includes 20 credits in health physics or radiological sciences; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Special Requirement:
- This position requires possession of an active non-commercial PA Class C driver’s license or equivalent.
Other Requirements:
- You must possess and maintain a REAL ID or passport for this position. Proof of possession will be needed at the time of a conditional offer of employment.
- PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
- All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
Other Qualifications
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or:
- your score may be lower than deserved.
- you may be disqualified.
- You may only apply/test once for this posting.
- Your results will be provided via email.
Benefits
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
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*Eligibility rules apply.
Supplemental Questions
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
- 1 or more years
- Less than 1 year
- None
If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting https://www.naces.org and clicking the Evaluation Services link.
- 30 or more credits
- 15 but less than 30 credits
- Less than 15 credits
- None
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- No
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training. The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our FAQ page.
- Yes
Review applications from the regulated community for x-ray registration, radioactive material license, accelerator license, or for radon testing/mitigation/laboratory certification to ensure compliance with laws and regulations pertaining to workers' qualifications, the health and safety of workers and others, the storage and disposal of radioactive materials, the accuracy of testing devices, the maintenance of records, etc.; establish conditions for licensed operations; prepare recommendations for approval/disapproval; and prepare and review monitoring and surveillance programs and data for various types of facilities (e.g. medical, nuclear power plants, production facilities, industrial sites, etc.).
Levels of Performance
Select the "Level of Performance" that best describes your claim.
- A. I have professional experience reviewing applications for COMPLEX registrations/licenses/certifications (e.g. manufacturing licenses, accelerators, broad scope licenses, management of radiological laboratories, industrial/interventional radiography with materials) AND PREPARING and REVIEWING monitoring and surveillance programs and data for various facilities, which included the SUPERVISION OF OTHERS and having the OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY for final review of the documents and programs; OR I have one or more of the following certifications: Certified Health Physicist (CHP), American Board of Radiology, Diagnostic (DABR), or other medical board certifications related to this work behavior.
- B. I have professional experience reviewing applications for LESS COMPLEX registrations/licenses/certifications (e.g. sealed sources, specific and general licenses, radon testing/mitigation/laboratory certification, x-ray registration) OR REVIEWING monitoring and surveillance programs and data for various facilities, which included performing these job duties and making recommendations to a supervisor on the documents and programs; OR I have one or more of the following certifications: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT).
- C. I have one or more of the following certifications: National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists (NRRPT), National Radon Safety Board (NRSB), National Radon Proficiency Program (NRPP), or other certifications related to this work behavior.
- D. I have no experience related to this work behavior.
- The name of the employer where you gained this experience.
- The type of applications reviewed and/or programs prepared or reviewed.
- The names of the certifications you have received (if applicable).
- Your specific duties and level of responsibility.
Plan, conduct, and/or review inspections of facilities (e.g. nuclear power plants, broad scope license, private medical/dental offices, radon laboratory, etc.) in possession of radiation producing machines and radioactive materials, or involved in radon testing/mitigation/laboratory analysis to determine compliance with laws and regulations pertaining to workers' qualifications, the health and safety of workers and others, the conditions of radiological equipment, the work practices of radiological equipment operators, the storage and disposal of radioactive material, the appropriate use of detection devices, the maintenance of records, etc.; evaluate license requirements and adherence to license conditions; review prior inspection reports and determine equipment needed for inspection; review written procedures, check records and analyze safety data; verify inventory of sources, operate radiological equipment, take dose measurements/samples, and evaluate results using various radiation detection devices; provide guidance and technical assistance for improving operations; and approve inspection reports. Inspect radon mitigation systems in homes, radon laboratories, and testers for conformance to established standards; and inspect facilities that perform mammography under the Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA) contract with the Food and Drug Administration for compliance and optimizing image quality.
Levels of Performance
Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
- A. I have professional experience inspecting facilities (e.g. nuclear power plants, broad scope license); evaluating regulatory compliance of COMPLEX radiological equipment and/or radioactive materials (e.g. complex x-ray units, radiological manufacturing licenses, MQSA inspections, accelerators); managing of radiological laboratories; industrial/interventional radiography; OR designing and evaluating radiological environmental monitoring programs/equipment, sealed source device evaluations, etc., which included the SUPERVISION OF OTHERS and having the OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY for final review.
- B. I have professional experience inspecting facilities (e.g. private medical/dental offices, radon laboratory); evaluating regulatory compliance of LESS COMPLEX radiological equipment and/or radioactive materials (e.g. radon testing/mitigation inspections, small sealed sources, cabinet x-rays, analytical x-ray equipment); OR designing and/or overseeing radiological sampling, which included performing these job duties and making recommendations to a supervisor.
- C. I have no experience related to this work behavior.
- The name of the employer where you gained this experience.
- The types of facilities and inspections conducted.
- The types of programs, equipment, or devices evaluated.
- Your specific duties and level of responsibility.
Implement current or develop new emergency response plans for nuclear power plants and radiological material events based on participation in emergency preparedness (EP) exercises and drills and special surveys, and investigate radiological incidents of all types which may involve preparing dose projections; locate, characterize and isolate sources; arrange for, coordinate, and monitor the cleanup and disposal of material; conduct surveys to determine levels of radiation; implement decommissioning or remedial action plans; determine and/or perform calibration/maintenance/repair of detection/sampling and communication equipment; recommend the purchase and direct the installation of equipment, and change out of sampling equipment; and maintain documents such as maps, emergency procedures, and nuclear utility emergency plans in an emergency response library.
Levels of Performance
Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
- A. I have professional experience DEVELOPING and IMPLEMENTING emergency response plans AND investigating radiological incidents of all types, which included the SUPERVISION OF OTHERS and having the OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY for final review of the plans.
- B. I have professional experience performing SOME of these job duties (e.g. radiological monitoring and surveys, performing instrument calibration) AND making recommendations to a supervisor on emergency response plans or radiological incidents; OR I have professional experience as a participant in emergency preparedness exercises, drills, and surveys.
- C. I have successfully completed radiological emergency response training, such as National Incident Management System (NIMS), Radiological Emergency Response Operations (RERO), Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER), etc.
- D. I have no experience or training related to this work behavior.
- The name of the employer where you gained this experience.
- The type of emergency response plans you developed or implemented.
- Your level of responsibility in investigating radiological incidents.
- Your specific duties in emergency preparedness exercises, drills, or surveys.
- College/University
- Course Title
- Credits/Clock Hours
Collect various radiological data obtained from inspections, surveys and environmental monitoring and evaluate the results using appropriate statistical methodology; organize data into appropriate format for publication; prepare reports to make data available to management, other professionals in the field and the public; maintain records of results; critique methodology for determining radiation exposure to the public; attend meetings and conferences to present information to scientific and technical organizations, government entities and their representatives, and contractors; investigate and respond to public inquiries and complaints concerning radiation sources, radiological safety, and radiation protection.
Levels of Performance
Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.
- A. I have professional experience collecting and evaluating data for the preparation of radiological monitoring and survey reports; presenting information to a varied audience; AND investigating and responding to public inquiries and complaints, which included the SUPERVISION OF OTHERS AND having the FINAL RESPONSIBILITY for the completed reports and presentations.
- B. I have professional experience ASSISTING OTHERS in the compilation of data AND preparation of radiological monitoring and survey reports, presentations, or public inquiries.
- C. I have successfully completed college-level courses in technical writing, report writing, non-fiction writing, statistics, or oral communication.
- D. I have no experience or courses related to this work behavior.
- The name of the employer where you gained this experience.
- Your specific duties in the preparation of reports or presentations.
- Your level of responsibility in addressing inquiries or complaints.
- College/University
- Course Title
- Credits/Clock Hours
Required Question
Agency Information
EmployerCommonwealth of PennsylvaniaAddress 613 North StreetHarrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://www.employment.pa.gov