Reactor Engineer (Examiner Qualified) | Rockville, MD

Disclosure reporting requirements. This position is subject to security ownership restriction reporting requirements Duties The successful candidate will perform the full range of Reactor Engineer (Examiner Qualified) duties. Such duties include but are not limited to: Obtain and maintain qualification as an NRC operator licensing examiner, including assisting the regional offices in the administration of operator examinations and requalification inspections as necessary.

Provide input to and participate in the policy and decision process associated with regional oversight and programmatic administration of the operator licensing functions in the regions, including the conduct of regional

office reviews, examination audits, reviews of applicant informal appeals, and preparation of staff responses related to the formal hearing process. Develop or assist in developing safety evaluations for licensing actions (e.

g. amendments and exemptions) involving operator actions or related to NRC operator licensing requirements. Respond to questions from the public or internal and external stakeholders regarding the operator licensing program. Provides support and guidance to the regional offices in the implementation of Part 55. Participates in the review and preparation of standards and guides related to operator licensing and training programs at reactor facilities. Evaluates proposals

from NRC staff and external stakeholders related to Part 55 and provides recommendations to NRC management.

Participate in the continuing development of enhancement to the examination process (e. g. increased use of computer technology). Candidates must have a strong technical and project management background with excellent written and oral communications skills. They should also be knowledgeable of NRC's regulatory processes, including but not limited to Part 55. Requirements Conditions of Employment U. S. Citizenship Required This is a Drug Testing position. Background investigation leading to a clearance is required for new hires. You must meet the qualifications for this position by no later than 30 calendar days after the closing date of this announcement and before placement in the position.

Qualifications In order to qualify for this position, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following: Knowledge of nuclear power plant systems and procedures, integrated facility operations, and control room design. Knowledge of NRC regulations, criteria, standards, guides, NRC policies, review plans, and inspection procedures as applied to operator licensing and plant personnel training.

Ability to manage, organize, plan, lead, and complete technical tasks and projects independently and successfully. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, as demonstrated by oral and written communications that are well organized, clear, and grammatically correct. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE is defined as: e xperience as a qualified NRC operator licensing examiner, licensed senior reactor operator, or naval nuclear propulsion plant watch officer or engineering watch supervisor or experience conducting operator training and licensing at a nuclear power facility, such as training manager, instructor, or simulation facility staff.

A description of how you possess the specialized experience as well as how you meet the qualifications desired in an ideal candidate should be addressed in your resume. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. When the application process is complete, your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the job requirements. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to any vacancy questions to determine your level of knowledge, skill and ability related to the job requirements.

If you are among the top candidates for this position, your application will be referred to the hiring manager. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to submit a thorough resume that directly relates to this position. You may for this vacancy. Required Documents List of supplemental material that may be applicable: If you are a NRC employee you are required to submit your most recent Rating of Record (Performance Appraisal) or a statement saying that one is not available and a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action).

If you are a current/reinstatement eligible Federal employee with status (Tenure Group 1 or 2), you will be considered under our merit promotion procedures and must submit a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) to verify competitive status or reinstatement eligibility. Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable (e.

g. DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; Current Active Duty members must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter. ) You can find additional information about Veterans' Preference at http: //www. fedshirevets. gov/. If you are applying for a position that requires a college degree, you must submit your College Transcripts. All supplemental documents will now be collected electronically and should be submitted before the closing date of this vacancy announcement.

You have three choices for submitting your supplemental documents:1. Use the " USAJOBS" feature to download documents from your USAJOBS portfolio; or2. use the " Upload" feature to upload documents directly from your computer. The following types of documents can be uploaded:gif,jpeg,png,rtf,pdf, and. doc; or3. use the " Fax" feature to print the Fax Cover Sheet and fax it, along with your supplemental documents to -xyz X. If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.

S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. PDN-9ae9f73b-a781-4bc7-b1bb-dd4a7b1cff56