Emergency Communications Specialist (ECS)

About the role

As the Savannah River Site’s management and operations contractor since 2008, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) makes the world safer. With safety and security in the forefront, SRNS develops innovative approaches to deliver on environmental commitments and nuclear materials challenges; supplies products and services necessary to maintain the nation’s nuclear deterrent; secures nuclear materials to prevent unwanted proliferation; and transforms nuclear materials into assets and stable wasteforms. The SRNS workforce is highly capable, engaged, and adaptable to meet existing and expanding missions. SRNS employees apply superior expertise and innovative solutions to complex and challenging national and global issues. We have the knowledge to address a range of national and international nuclear issues. We make the world safer – and you can, too. Job Family: Emergency Services; Discipline: Emergency Response Specialist; Career Level: T2; Career Band: Technical Support.

Responsibilities

• Answer telephone calls promptly and courteously; operate Site Fire Alarm Computer System.
• Answer emergency telephone calls and simultaneously enter information into a Computer Aided Dispatch system.
• Obtain information from caller and make rapid and accurate determination of the nature and priority of each call.
• Select and dispatch the most appropriate emergency response unit in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Transmit onsite and offsite protective actions and initiate regulatory notifications to local, state, and federal officials in response to Operational, safeguard and Security, Industrial, or Non-nuclear Process emergencies.
• Facilitate communications during DOE and Operating Contractor response to radiological incidents occurring in Georgia, North and South Carolina, Florida, Alabama, and the Panama Canal Zone.
• Coordinate and assist all site agencies with SIRIM notifications to DOE-HQ.
• Perform notifications to site-level agencies and senior Operating Contractor/DOE-SR personnel.
• Maintain operating logs summarizing facility and site-level events.
• Respond to operations and events in accordance with established procedures (Q 12.1, Q 12.3, Q 12.4, and 6Q 15.4).
• Operate Communications Systems (dispatch, radio, telephone, PA safety alarm), facility equipment (pumps and ventilation system) and computer-based systems (daily activity log, remote worker).
• Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned by their supervisor.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in relevant field plus completion of applicable certification or on-the-job training, OR High school diploma plus completion of applicable certification or on-the-job training plus at least one year of experience (YOE) in an applicable role.
• Aptitude in reading and understanding regulatory standards/requirements and technical documents.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and to participate in collaborative teams.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE L or Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship; pre-employment background review results, dual citizenship status, and unpaid/unfiled taxes may impact clearance.

Benefits

Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) Benefits team is constantly assessing trends in the benefits area to provide the best possible services to our workforce. We ensure high quality outcomes of each service provider by consistent monitoring and oversight for positive results. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce. Your SRNS Health & Welfare benefits provide peace of mind and financial protection for you and your family.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Employer paid life insurance with buy up options
• Employer paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Various wellness programs
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Discounts and other supplemental benefits

Pay

Salary Range: $64,860 - $90,960. Note for Salary: This is the range within which SRNS expects the majority of qualified candidates would enter this role if offered. Actual offers may be more or less than the amounts shown depending on candidate’s qualifications, experience, internal equity, and other factors.