Senior Staff - Senior Conduct of Operations Subject Matter Expert

Requisition Id 15694 

Overview:

We are seeking a Senior Conduct of Operations Subject Matter Expert who will primarily focus on bringing best practices in the field to ORNL to motivate immediate improvements in the conduct of operations quality and adequacy for all nuclear facilities at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). The Senior Conduct of Operations Subject Matter Expert is the senior operation’s staff member within ORNL’s Nuclear Facility Safety Division (NFSD), responsible for establishing and assessing the Conduct of Operations at all ORNL nuclear facilities and performing the associated management assessments for the program. Nuclear Facilities Safety Division resides in the Environment Safety Health & Quality (ESH&Q) Directorate at ORNL.

As part of our team, you will be given the opportunity to grow in leadership while contributing to the team environment to accomplish the tasks needed to support safe and efficient operations of the HFIR reactor and non-reactor nuclear facilities across the ORNL compass. The successful candidate must be a leader with the ability to communicate with various levels of management and engineering disciplines, build team cohesion, and one who values diversity of opinion, education, and experiences.

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Report to the NFSD Director.
• Provide independent technical reviews of changes to Conduct of Operation documents for all nuclear facilities at ORNL, as required by the NFSD Director.
• Perform direct oversight of Conduct of Operations for Nonreactor Nuclear Facility Division and Reactor Research Division. Communicate observations directly to the director of the applicable division.
• Provide mentoring to operations staff on execution of Conduct of Operations principles.
• Serve as Conduct of Operations Subject Matter Expert (SME) at ORNL.
• Lead the development of strategic and tactical policies that affect the production and maintenance of Conduct of Operation procedures for all ORNL nuclear facilities.
• Provide technical integration of the requirements within DOE Order 422.1 and its connections with all other functions within NFSD, nuclear safety, criticality safety, and nuclear material control & accountability.
• Establish technical interface relationships for stakeholders outside NFSD.
• Assist the NFSD Director in resolving issues related to DOE Order 422.1.
• Lead the development of training materials for all operators of ORNL nuclear facilities regarding the requirements of DOE Order 422.1.
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

• A BS degree in Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Engineering Physics, or a related engineering discipline with at least 12 years of related experience.
• Understanding of and experience in meeting the requirements of DOE Order 422.1.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing, leading, and motivating professional staff.
• Experience as a Nuclear Safety Analyst, working under the requirements of
  10 CFR 830, Subpart B.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs.

Special Requirements:

• Q or L clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance from the Department of Energy. As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a pre-placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program.
• Visa Sponsorship: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

About ORNL:

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation’s most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation.

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.

Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.

If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.

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This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

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ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply.  UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.