Nuclear Safety Program Manager

Overview: Be part of the nation’s only repository for the disposal of nuclear waste known as Transuranic (TRU) waste. Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, LLC (SIMCO), managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Nuclear Safety Program Manager and join our team located in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Responsibilities: The successful candidate will support the Nuclear Safety Engineering team. The successful candidate will manage day-to-day activities, priorities, and organization of the WIPP Nuclear Safety Basis Development Team. The successful candidate will approve and control safety basis documentation and will approve required safety basis supporting documents. The candidate will lead changes to the WIPP Documented Safety Analysis (DSA) and Technical Safety Requirement (TSR) documents to meet 10 CFR 830.204 using the safe harbor methodology as described in DOE-STD-3009-2014. The candidate will be responsible for regular communication with internal and external customers on progress and planning of Nuclear Safety Basis development and maintenance activities. The candidate will perform regular reviews of Nuclear Safety personnel and will provide for career development of these individuals. This position requires interaction and coordination with various site organizations, e.g., Engineering, Work Control, Operations, Quality Assurance, Maintenance, National TRU Waste Program, Packaging and Transportation, and Regulatory Environmental Services. Expectations include: Assigning and overseeing Nuclear Safety personnel for addressing compliance issues from internal and external sources, overseeing internal and external reviews of nuclear safety programs, following corrective actions through completion or resolution. In addition, this candidate will direct, review, and approve NS program initiatives. The successful candidate must have experience interfacing with various levels of management, internal and external, on large projects similar to WIPP.

Minimum Requirements: These requirements must be met to be considered for this posting. Uploaded resumes and completed applications are the means of determination. Applicants are encouraged to provide a cover letter that addresses each of the minimum requirements and as many of the desired skills as applicable to their expertise.

Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree with nine (9) years of relevant experience (experience must include a minimum of 9 years experience in DOE Facility Safety Basis development, implementation, or maintenance), or Associate's Degree with thirteen (13) years of relevant experience (experience must include a minimum of 10 years experience in DOE Facility Safety Basis development, implementation, or maintenance), or High School Diploma or equivalency with seventeen (17) years of relevant experience (experience must include a minimum of 10 years experience in DOE Facility Safety Basis development, implementation, or maintenance) is required. Must be able to obtain a WIPP Manager/Supervisor Qualification (MGMT-01) within two (2) years of start date. Must be 18 years of age. Must be authorized to work and remain in the United States without SIMCO visa sponsorship now or in the future. Must be able to obtain a Department of Energy badge for access to the WIPP Site (even if teleworking, must still be able to comply with security requirements to obtain a badge). Non-U.S. citizens from countries identified by the Department of Energy as posing heightened security concerns—including sensitive countries, state sponsors of terrorism, countries of risk, and other designated countries –are subject to additional security requirements that limit site access.

Preferred Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Science or Engineering. Broad, experience-based knowledge of WIPP operations and engineering principles, methods and associated regulatory requirements. Broad, experience-based knowledge of other DOE facility safety bases developments or implementations. Experience with technical writing and good oral communication skills. Salary Range $134,030 to $237,594 per year. Exempt grade level(s) 36-38. The specific salary offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors, particularly the candidate’s relevant experience and education.

What We Offer: Medical, dental and vision insurance: Coverage on date of hire Surgical concierge service EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more Modern work arrangements to include 4-day workweeks (four 10-hour days)* Relocation assistance* Shuttle commuter service from the local areas Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays Tuition reimbursement program On-site fitness center and other wellness support including some public gym membership reductions Company paid short term disability Company paid life insurance (1x annual salary) Pension plan that provides monthly annuity after retirement and 401(k) with .50 matching up to 6% Voluntary benefits of: Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Long-term disability program Health and Flexible savings accounts Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance *These benefits vary by position. Equal Opportunity Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you are an applicant with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability—or unable to use—the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact (575) 234-8490 or email wipprecruiting@wipp.doe.gov for assistance. Upon receipt of this information, we will respond to you promptly to obtain more information about your request. Reviews, and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4, will be conducted by SIMCO and a background investigation by the Federal government may be required to obtain an access authorization prior to employment, and subsequent reinvestigations may be required.

Posting Duration: This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the posting date. SIMCO reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time. EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.