Nuclear Security Officer

General Summary

An armed, uniformed individual whose primary duties are the protection of special nuclear material from theft, and protection of a nuclear plant against radiological sabotage. Must demonstrate physical fitness for assigned security duties as required by the 10

CFR Part 73, Appendix B.I.C.

The Nuclear Security Officer (NSO) is responsible for physically checking buildings and rooms to determine if they are secure and in order. Responsibilities include tactical armed responder duties, alarm assessment, acting as a surveillance sentry and vital door guard, operating reader and communication equipment, performing armed escort and response duties, and conducting vehicle, personnel, and material searches for the detection of firearms, explosives, and incendiary devices.

The individual must be able to perform and demonstrate the ability to complete physical training qualifications to maintain access, and may be required to withstand occasions of extreme physical exertion when responding to alarms and during drills. Must be able to work any shift and overtime as required. Equipment, tools, machinery, and material: X‑ray machines, 2‑way radios, firearms, capstun, ammunition, handcuffs, response equipment (body armor, body bunkers, gas mask, tactical vest, mobile defensive barrier, gas canister, and other pertinent security equipment), alarm panels, hand‑held metal detectors, badges, dosimeters, vehicle search mirror, flashlights, cameras, monitors, intrusion detection system, and other standard security and office equipment.

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to meet requirements to lawfully possess or receive firearms and ammunition in performance of Nuclear Security Officer duties.

• Successful completion of Plant Access, Safeguards, and Respiratory Protection training.
• Must successfully pass initial and subsequent medical, physical fitness, psychological, cognitive, personality, and security training imposed by the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission and/or Energy Northwest.

This is a bargaining unit position starting at $33.77 per hour with a step progression every 6 months until you reach the top pay rate of $52.15 per hour at 24 months.

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Pass a drug and alcohol test.
• Pass all physical requirements including a psychological examination.
• Be able to obtain and maintain unescorted access.

The following are representative examples of mandatory Nuclear Security Officer employment requirements:

• Work 12‑hour rotating shifts, days and nights, including weekends and holidays.
• Carry weapons and are required to complete and pass periodic firearm testing.
• Maintain stringent fitness requirements and are required to complete and pass an annual fitness agility test.
• Complete and pass a yearly medical qualification examination.
• Obtain and maintain unescorted access.
• Be clean‑shaven and meet grooming standards.
• Wear the uniform issued by Energy Northwest.
• Subject to random alcohol and drug testing.
• Subject to periodic background and credit screening.
• Must successfully complete ongoing classroom training, weapons training, and on‑the‑job training.

• Military or Security‑related Work Experience.
• Criminal Justice or Law Enforcement Degree or Work Experience.

Energy Northwest Nuclear Security Officers are required to carry weapons; therefore, a thorough background investigation, including FBI fingerprinting, will be conducted. If you have been convicted of the misdemeanor crime of Domestic Violence, you will not be able to lawfully possess or receive firearms or ammunition for any purpose. A 10‑year work history with no gaps (must explain what you have been doing for the last 10 years) is required.

Energy Northwest (EN) offers a highly competitive and substantial benefits package which allows employees (and their…