Nuclear Material Safeguards - K area

01-Jul-2025

Environmental, Safety, Health & Quality

10146BR

Who We Are

As the Savannah River Site's management and operations contractor since 2008, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) makes the world safer. With safety and security in the forefront, SRNS develops innovative approaches to deliver on our environmental commitments and nuclear materials challenges; supplies products and services necessary to maintain the nation's nuclear deterrent; secures nuclear materials to prevent unwanted proliferation; and transforms nuclear materials into assets and stable wasteforms. The SRNS workforce is highly capable, engaged, and adaptable to meet existing and expanding missions. SRNS employees apply superior expertise and innovative solutions to complex and challenging national and global issues. We have the knowledge to address a range of national and international nuclear issues. We make the world safer - and you can, too.

Job Family

Safeguards & Security

Discipline

Nuclear Material Safeguards

Career Level

P3

Salary Range

$78,500 - $110,000

Note for Salary

This is the range within which SRNS expects the majority of qualified candidates would enter this role if offered. Actual offers may be more or less than the amounts shown depending on candidate's qualifications, experience, internal equity, and other factors.

Job Family Description

Site Security personnel safeguard individuals, property, information, and assets against potential threats and unwanted access. They monitor security systems and respond promptly to security incidents. They assess security and emergency risks and implement training and preventative measures. They ensure compliance with security procedures and requirements.

Discipline Description

Nuclear material safeguard specialists analyze the performance, documentation and compliance of technical special nuclear material theft and sabotage programs for facilities containing significant quantities of nuclear and chemical materials in support of site protection planning, and compliance with regulations. They oversee the tracking, documentation, and control of nuclear materials and assets within a facility or organization. They ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, maintain accurate inventory records, and implement security measures to prevent loss or unauthorized access to nuclear materials. They perform assessments and develop physical, policy, and procedural improvements to correct identified weaknesses.

Some Typical Duties & Responsibilities Include:

Serve as a Material Balance Area (MBA) Custodian for Nuclear Material Control & Accountability (NMC&A) in K Area. Primary responsibility is maintaining accountability and control of nuclear material in an operational environment. This includes performing process monitoring, reconciling nuclear material inventory data, authorizing transfers and receipts for nuclear material, and potential increasing scope as required.

Additional duties include developing and maintaining NMC&A plans, strategies, and reports for implementation of requirements in the operational environment. Also includes reviewing and approving procedures, investigations and reports originated by or pertaining to NMC&A Activities.

Support Facility and NMC&A Management in the complete operation of SRNS NNSA Missions and the varied functions within the business.

Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own field/discipline, solving complex problems with minimal guidance and oversight by assisting NMC&A Management in providing program leadership to assure facility compliance with DOE orders, Manual 14Q, facility authorization agreements, and directives through implementation of company programs and procedures. Establishes standards for performance and ensures the facility's adherence to these standards.

Ensure key projects are integrated with one another and facility operations and NMC&A organizations meet their individual objectives.

Build relationships with internal and external customers. To include NNSA and EM Operations -focused organizations, counterparts, as well as across the complex.

Required Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in relevant field plus at least five years of experience (YOE) in a relevant role, OR Master's degree in relevant field plus at least two years of experience (YOE), OR Doctoral degree in relevant field
* Equivalencies to experience and education requirements will be considered

We'd Also Like to See

Nuclear Material Control & Accountability experience and Local Area Nuclear Material Accounting System (LANMAS) experience

Nuclear material operations / support experience (i.e. experience in a previous job where the individual performed nuclear material handling, radiational control functions, etc)

Understanding of applicable environmental laws and regulations, DOE Orders, SRS policies preferred

Ability to network, collaborate and communicate at all levels of the organization

May require enrollment and maintaining Human Reliability Program acceptance

May require certifications such as Rad Worker

Career Band

Professional

Career Band Description

* Roles in this band apply the knowledge in area of expertise to analyze information; design and develop new approaches, methodologies and processes; and, provide professional advice and guidance to others in accordance with professional quality standards
* Applies a theoretical knowledge-base to work to achieve goals through own work
* Characterized by specific functional expertise typically gained through formal education
* May provide guidance to others as a project manager using technical expertise

Career Level Description

Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own field/discipline, solving complex problems with minimal guidance and oversight.

Security Clearance Information

SRNS is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug & alcohol test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, criminal records, and employment history, and education verifications. Positions with SRNS may require applicants to obtain and maintain a DOE L or Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Factors such as pre-employment background review results, dual citizenship status, and unpaid and/or unfiled taxes may impact your ability to obtain a security clearance. This list of factors is not exhaustive; pre-employment information and security clearance requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Clearance Required to Perform Job

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What We Offer

Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) Benefits team is constantly assessing trends in the benefits area to provide the best possible services to our workforce. We ensure high quality outcomes of each service provider by consistent monitoring and oversight for positive results. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce. Your SRNS Health & Welfare benefits provide peace of mind and financial protection for you and your family. Some of the Benefits offered to full service employees include: - Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options - Critical Illness and Accident Insurance - Employer paid life insurance with buy up options - Employer paid Short Term and Long Term Disability - 401(k) with Employer Match - Various wellness programs - Paid Time Off and Holidays - Discounts and other supplemental benefits SRNS employees are critical to the success of SRNS, all while making the world a safer place. The work that we do every day makes a difference.

Standards of Excellence

The SRNS vision states that we will "be the standard of excellence in nuclear materials management by delivering knowledge, innovation and experience." This is underpinned by the recognition that everything we do relies on our employees and how they demonstrate the SRNS Standards of Excellence every day. Built on the foundation of safety and security, each employee is expected to: Model Excellence by demonstrating the highest standards and values in work and promoting them within the organization and to the customer. Deliver Results by meeting customer expectations to ensure objectives, goals and deadlines are met while being good stewards of resources. Energize and Recognize Teams through growing organizational strength and recognizing continued excellence. Build Relationships by developing relationships with coworkers and customers to foster a respectful workplace. Shape the Future by creating a diverse, innovative and integrated workforce that fosters mission success and company growth.

Note:

SRNS is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. SRNS is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, you may contact us by phone at 803-952-8207, or by e-mail at hrrecruiting@srs.gov.

Job Expires

09-Jul-2025