Certified Health Physicist

Opportunity

Tetra Tech, a leading environmental and engineering consulting firm, is seeking a Certified Health Physicist (CHP) to join our Cincinnati, Ohio office and provide dedicated support on a United States Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) technical support contract. The position will be based in Erlanger, KY, within a U.S. EPA office and warehouse space.

The CHP must be certified by the American Board of Health Physics (ABHP) or an equivalent certification and will perform health physics work in support of the U.S. EPA radiation safety function. The CHP will support the maintenance of radiological equipment to ensure that projects meet all federal protocols and environmental laws and regulations regarding radioactive material. Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work independently and in team settings, are required.

• Maintain and manage U.S. EPA's radiological monitoring equipment for response readiness.
• Create and maintain standard operating procedures associated with radiological monitoring equipment.
• Participate in radiological field surveys, field sampling, and data collection.
• Conduct field experiments and/or data analyses.
• Support U.S. EPA with advanced radiological workshops by preparing agendas, presenting topical material, and shipping equipment to workshop locations.
• Provide radiological response and technical support.
• Communicate and coordinate with project clients, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Establish, grow, and maintain client relationships.

• Bachelor's degree with an emphasis in health physics, natural sciences, physical sciences, or engineering.
• 10+ years of relevant experience.
• CHP certification by the American Board of Health Physics, 40‑Hour HAZWOPER, and 8‑Hour Refresher.
• EPA standard security clearance.
• Professional activity and technical competence in health physics, with ongoing knowledge of scientific, technical, and regulatory developments.
• Capability to conduct project site and client visits, including overnight travel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Highly motivated, customer‑focused, and able to work well in a team environment.
• Background check for U.S. Government work on federal contracts.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record; passing a motor vehicle record background check for driving on a regular basis.

• Previous emergency response experience.
• Experience working for or on behalf of federal agencies, such as the U.S. EPA.

• Ability to walk around project sites in all types of terrain and carry up to 35 pounds of equipment.
• Completion of annual medical monitoring program.

• Occasional project site and client visits up to approximately 10%, which may include overnight travel.
• Site work may be completed outdoors within the U.S. during all seasons, including peak summer and winter conditions.

• Typical Monday‑Friday workweek; may occasionally exceed 40 hours per week.
• Rare night and weekend work on an as‑needed basis.

• Comprehensive and market‑competitive benefits.
• Merit‑based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance; term life, disability, and accidental death & dismemberment coverage;
  Flexible Spending Account (FSA);
  Health Spending Account (HSA); paid time off; 401(k) retirement plan; and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high‑end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. Our 25,000 employees work together to provide clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.