RADIATION PROTECTION SERVICES DIVISION CHIEF

Job Requisition ID: 44258
Opening Date/Time: 03/04/2025

Closing Date/Time: 03/18/2025
Agency: Emergency Management Agency
Class Title: NUCLEAR SAFETY ADMINISTRATOR I - 83693
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary Range is $9,000 - $11,000 / month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: None

Agency Statement: Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of others? The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS) is a team of emergency management professionals who support local communities by providing experience, perspective, and resources to help residents prepare for, mitigate, respond to, and recover from threats, hazards, disasters, or emergencies. IEMA-OHS is the lead agency for disasters and emergencies statewide and plays a key role in protecting the health, life, and safety of all Illinoisans.

Position Statement: Are you an experienced leader with a strong background in radiation protection and nuclear safety? The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS) is seeking a Division Chief to lead and oversee the Division of Radiation Protection Services. In this position, you will have the opportunity to shape policies, regulations, and procedures related to radiation protection services, while working collaboratively with local, state, and federal agencies. You will be responsible for managing five critical sections, ensuring their performance aligns with program goals, and providing technical health physics support for decommissioning projects. As a subject matter expert, you'll lead radiological response actions and manage the state's radioactive material transportation programs. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and lead an innovative division focused on nuclear safety, this is the opportunity for you. Join us in ensuring the safety and security of Illinois through expert leadership in radiation protection services!

This position is a NON-CODE position.

****A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****

Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. Please note that the Emergency Management Agency must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.

POSTING ID 44258

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you're helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you're part of something bigger-something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you're looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule-flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Essential Functions

• Oversees the operations of the Division of Radiation Protection Services to ensure efficiency and accuracy among professional and technical Division staff involved with development of highly complex and specialized nuclear safety programs.
• Serves as full line supervisor.
• Reviews progress and activity reports of Division staff.
• Directs the State's radioactive material transportation programs.
• Serves as professional consultant to the Office of Nuclear Safety Deputy Director and other Agency personnel on complex nuclear safety matters pertaining to the areas of responsibility.
• Travels to perform the duties of assigned team position in support of the Radiological Task Force by preparing for and responding to radiological incidents.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned that are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of a master's degree with coursework in nuclear engineering, health physics, radiochemistry, business or public administration, environmental sciences, or related fields.
• Requires four (4) years of responsible professional experience in the field of nuclear or radiation safety (administrative experience is preferred).

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a life science or physical science, or engineering.
• Five (5) years of professional experience in developing radiation safety and health physics policy, regulations, and guidance.
• Five (5) years of supervisory experience in a professional setting.
• Four (4) years of professional working experience with the organization, functions, procedures, and compliance requirements of state and/or federal government as it relates to nuclear safety programs.
• Four (4) years of professional experience with engineering principles and practices within radiation or nuclear systems, processes, and effects.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate, valid driver's license.
• Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This requires the ability to work evenings and weekends.
• Requires ability to work in a 24 hour 'on call' capacity.
• This position is considered light work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(b)). Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. This job may require a good deal of walking or standing or involves sitting most of the time with some pushing and pulling of arm or leg controls.
• Requires a criminal history check through the Illinois State Police.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday; 8:00a - 4:30p
Work Location: Springfield - 1301 Knotts St
Agency Contact: EMA.Jobs@Illinois.gov
Posting Group: Public Safety; Leadership & Management; Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

Revolving Door:

Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this
position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during
State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall,
prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive
Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor ("OEIG") or may be subject to a fine.

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your "junk mail", "spam", or "other" folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

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• systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com