Senior Health Physicist - Columbus, United States - Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities

    Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities
    Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities Columbus, United States

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    Description

    Primary Location

    :United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

    Work Locations

    :Health Department Building246 North High Street1st FloorColumbus43215

    Organization

    :HealthClassified Indicator:ClassifiedBargaining Unit / Exempt:Bargaining Unit

    Schedule

    :Full-timeWork Hours:8:00 :00 Compensation:$30.55/hourly

    Unposting Date

    :May 24, 2024, 10:59:00 PM

    Primary Job Skill

    :Public HealthTechnical Skills:Inspection Principles, Environmental Services, Public Health, Public Safety, TrainingProfessional Skills:Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Public Speaking, ResponsivenessSenior Health Physicist (PN HYBRID(240004EQ) Job Duties

    SENIOR HEALTH PHYSICIST – HYBRID

    About Us:

    The Ohio Department of Health supports a hybrid teleworking model. This position may work a hybrid schedule at the discretion of the manager or supervisor, which will require occasional attendance in the office for training, meetings and other operational needs. Employees must reside within a reasonable distance to their assigned headquarters for compliance with workplace reporting requirements.

    What You'll Do:

    The Bureau of Environmental Health and Radiation Protection is seeking a candidate to fill our Senior Health Physicist position. This position will perform complex and non-repetitive evaluation of production, use, release, disposal and or presence of radioactive material in environment, nuclear facilities, or ionizing radiation from any device or equipment that emits or is capable of producing radiation. This position will:

  • as a field coordinator, assess potential health and safety problems and act expediently to minimize health effects to general public and workers from potential exposure incidences
  • support ODH radiological emergency preparedness staff to provide training to local health departments and first responders in Ohio on radiation emergencies (radiation fundamentals, hands on radiation survey instrumentation and their use and provide guidance on local procedures and plans)
  • support and participate in local exercises and tabletop sessions
  • develop and implement RHS plans, procedures, and guidance on radiological health emergency planning and protective actions
  • develop and maintain outreach program that provides expertise to local, state, and federal agencies, and non-governmental organizations (public health districts, Red Cross, volunteer groups, community reception centers) on radiological issues and approaches
  • develop and give presentations on radiation protection and radiological emergency preparedness

    • What's in it for you:

    At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Our benefits package includes:

    Medical Coverage

  • Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.
  • For more information about our plans, visit: or our

    • Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

  • Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed . Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

    • Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

  • Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave.
  • 11 paid holidays per year.
  • Childbirth/Adoption leave.
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    • Employee Development Funds

  • The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

    • Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

  • OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee's salary. Visit the for more information.

    • Deferred Compensation

  • The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the for more information.

    • Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

    Qualifications

    Position Qualifications:

    4 years of full-time experience working with one of following: radioactive materials, analysis of radioactive materials in environment, decommissioning of sites contaminated with radioactive materials, radiation- generating equipment for x-ray program, experience that deals with regulatory requirements that involves radiation surveys for dose assessment, radiation inspects, analysis of situations involving radioactive materials or radiologic health & safety; must be able to provide own transportation.

    -Or Completion of undergraduate core program in health physics, nuclear physics, nuclear engineering, radiation physics, radiation sciences, bionucleonics, radiologic technology, nuclear medicine technology, radiation therapy or physics; 24 mos. of full-time experience working with one of following: radioactive materials which must include engineering principles relative to effects of radiation on metals, & other components of radioactive material sources or devices, analysis of radioactive materials in environment, decommissioning of sites contaminated with radioactive materials, radiation- generating equipment, experience that deals with regulatory requirements that involves radiation surveys for dose assessment, radiation inspections, analysis of situations involving radioactive materials or radiologic health & safety; must be able to provide own transportation.

    -Or NRRPT, CHP, NMTCB or ARRT certification; 24 mos. of full-time experience working with one of following: radioactive materials which must include engineering principles relative to effects of radiation on metals, & other components of radioactive material sources or devices, analysis of radioactive materials in environment, decommissioning of sites contaminated with radioactive materials, radiation- generating equipment, experience that deals with regulatory requirements that involves radiation surveys for dose assessment, radiation inspections, analysis of situations involving radioactive materials or radiologic health & safety; must be able to provide own transportation.

    -Or Completion of Navy nuclear school; 24 mos. of full-time experience working with one of following: radioactive materials which must include engineering principles relative to effects of radiation on metals, & other components of radioactive material sources or devices, analysis of radioactive materials in environment, decommissioning of sites contaminated with radioactive materials, radiation- generating equipment, experience that deals with regulatory requirements that involves radiation surveys for dose assessment, radiation inspections, analysis of situations involving radioactive materials or radiologic health & safety; must be able to provide own transportation.

    -Or Completion of graduate core program in health physics, nuclear physics, nuclear engineering, radiation physics, radiation sciences, bionucleonics, radiologic technology, nuclear medicine technology, radiation therapy or physics; 12 mos. of full-time experience working with one of following: radioactive materials which must include engineering principles relative to effects of radiation on metals, & other components of radioactive material sources or devices, analysis of radioactive materials in environment, decommissioning of sites contaminated with radioactive materials, radiation- generating equipment, experience that deals with regulatory requirements that involves radiation surveys for dose assessment, radiation inspections, analysis of situations involving radioactive materials or radiologic health & safety must be able to provide own transportation.

    -Or 24 mos. exp. as Health Physicist, 84642, must be able to provide own transportation.

    -Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above

    Job Skills: Public Health

    Technical: Inspection Principles, Environmental Services, Public Safety, Training
    Professional: Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Public Speaking, Responsiveness

    Applications of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria:

    Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in health physics, nuclear physics, nuclear engineering, radiation physics, radiation sciences, bionucleonics, radiologic technology, nuclear medicine technology, radiation therapy or physics
  • Experience developing radiological emergency response plans and procedures
  • Experience in writing technical reports
  • Experience using program specific computer software such as MicroShield, RadDecay, RadResponder, HotSpot, RASCAL, and/or RESRAD
  • Experience providing radiological consultation/technical assistance to clients
  • Experience in a radiation safety program handling radioactive materials
  • Current Hazardous Waste Operator and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) Certification
  • Experience with air sampling or environmental monitoring for radioactive material
  • Experience responding to radiological emergencies (, incidents, events, reportable events or allegations)
  • Experience developing and presenting radiological training
  • Experience using hand-held radiological detection instruments for alpha, beta, gamma, and neutron radiation
    • ADA Statement

    Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

    Drug-Free Workplace

    The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

    Knowledge of calculus; employee training & development*; supervisory principles/techniques*; radiological health & safety practices; public relations*; federal & state laws, rules & regulations regarding radiological health operations*; physics, biology or related field. Skill in operating radiation exposure &/or radioactivity measurement equipment &/or quality control tools; dose assessment computer*. Ability to deal with large number of variables & determine specific course of action; use proper research methods in gathering data; gather, collate & classify information about data, people or things; interact with wide range of individuals from professionals scientists to non-professionals & general public regarding radiological health standards & practices; prepare meaningful, accurate & concise reports & records & complex position papers.

    (*)Developed after employment.

    ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.

    Unless required by legislation, the selected candidate will begin at Pay Grade 33 , Step 1 of the OCSEA union Pay Range Schedule ($30.55 per hour), with an opportunity for pay increase after six months ($32.04) of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.

    APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
    All applicants must submit a completed Ohio Civil Service Application using the TALEO System. Paper applications will not be considered. Applicants must clearly indicate how they meet the minimum qualifications and/or position specific minimum qualifications. Applicants are also encouraged to document any experience, education and/or training related to the job duties above. An assessment of these criteria may be conducted to determine the applicants who are interviewed.

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