Radiation Control Technician Team Supervisor

Technical Support Team Supervision

• Provide direct supervision to non-exempt Radiation Control Technicians (RCTs) and other assigned staff, overseeing their work and ensuring high-quality and timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Direct scheduling of RCTs, balancing compliance and field support activities to best support the mission of the Lab.
• Plan and conduct cross-training; assess staff performance and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Develop or support the creation of Work Planning and Control (WPC) documents, survey plans, radiological authorizations, procedures, and training materials.
• Review and contribute to operations-related procedures, policies, and technical work documents.
• Ensure implementation of all required safety practices, including surveys, dosimetry, postings, labeling, training, and documentation.

Field Support

• Provide guidance and recommendations to research and operations personnel to ensure effective and compliant implementation of radiation protection policies, programs, procedures, permits, work control documents, and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze and interpret radiological safety engineering principles and ALARA concepts to help maintain a safe workplace for personnel performing radiological work.
• Conduct radiological hazard and ALARA reviews; evaluate work plans and develop safety controls to support safe work execution.
• Respond to radiological emergencies, investigate incidents, and prepare formal reports.
• Develop and deliver radiation safety training to Laboratory personnel.
• Plan and observe work activities to verify compliance with radiation protection requirements and ensure safe work practices.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with Laboratory personnel, anticipating needs and providing radiation protection input during planning and implementation of their work.

Technical Program Support

• Develop and maintain technical program documentation, software, and hardware for assigned subject areas, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and standards.
• Evaluate the performance of assigned technical programs and recommend improvements as needed.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports, responses to information requests, and other required documentation.

Quality Assurance

• Review and analyze radiation protection survey and inspection results to ensure quality, procedural compliance, and adherence to best practices.
• Independently conduct audits and assessments of assigned areas and programs; identify deficiencies and recommend improvements.

Qualifications

• RCT Team Supervisor Level 3: At least 10 years of operational radiation protection field experience, Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Radiological Engineering, Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Broad expertise in operational health physics principles and practices applicable to research environments.
• Must meet and maintain qualifications as a DOE Radiological Control Technician.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to address complex technical and regulatory challenges using independent judgment and original solutions.
• Ability to anticipate program needs and collaborate with RPG personnel to plan and implement improvements and regulatory responses.

Additional Information

• Appointment type: Full-time career appointment, exempt from overtime pay.
• Salary range: Commensurate with the final candidate’s qualification and experience, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, certifications, and aligned with the internal peer group.
• Background check: Subject to a background check.
• Work modality: Primarily performed at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA.
• Export control regulations: Subject to the EAR and/or ITAR.
• Work authorization: Eligible to work in the U.S. at the time of hire.
• Misconduct disclosure requirement: Final candidate must disclose any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.