Radiation Health Physicist 1

Radiation Health Physicist 1

The Department of Environmental Protection is seeking a Radiation Health Physicist 1 who is ready to build a strong future in radiation safety. This position provides hands-on learning, exposure to advanced equipment, and opportunities to participate in inspections statewide. This is an excellent role for individuals eager to develop technical expertise and serve the public. Take the first step toward a career that makes a real difference.

This position supports statewide efforts to monitor radiation sources and protect both workers and the public. You will complete training, conduct inspections and assist with evaluations of facilities and devices. As a Radiation Health Physicist 1, you will perform the following duties:

• Inspection Work:
  Perform inspections of licensed or registered radiation sources and facilities
• Training Completion:
  Participate in classroom and field training to gain required qualifications
• Field Evaluation:
  Collect data, evaluate results, and assist with reports during inspections
• Equipment Use:
  Use radiation survey instruments and assist with testing and maintenance tasks
• Public Safety:
  Investigate radiation complaints and determine appropriate responses
• Documentation Tasks:
  Prepare inspection reports and input data into required computer systems

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• This position requires travel
• This position may be eligible for alternate work schedule (AWS).
• Telework:
  You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per week. 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 Harrisburg. 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 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

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  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,…