Location: Oak Ridge, TN
Job Title: SSO CAS Operator 19622
What You'll Do
Alarm Station Operators provide constant and vigilant surveillance of security systems used for the protection of special nuclear materials, classified materials, and government property. They are expected to provide timely and accurate dispatch of the Protective Force, in accordance with the Security Incident Response Plan; ensure that routine security related functions, such as access control to special nuclear material (SNM) and non-special nuclear material (SNM) areas are properly administered; also required to perform daily functions checks of all security related equipment/systems and report any inoperable equipment/systems to the appropriate Protective Force supervisor, this includes the responsibility of each operator to maintain a clean and hazard free work area. Lastly, Alarm Station Operators are expected to maintain an intimate understanding of the following: - Federal Law (DOE specific), DOE Orders, Y-12 Site Policy, Protective Force General Orders, Central Alarm Station General Orders, and the Security Incident Response Plan.
Additional Responsibilities Include
- Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions;
- Prioritization- Operators will be expected to filter information based on importance;
- Multitasking - Operators are expected to competently perform multiple activities simultaneously, be cognizant of radio traffic from multiple nets, and effectively respond to all alarms;
- Verbal Communication - Operators are expected to clearly and concisely communicate verbally, in written form, and over a radio dispatching platform;
- Comprehension - Operators are expected to absorb, process, and retain vast amounts of information for extended periods of time;
- Working Under Pressure- Operators are expected to maintain composure when under immense stress;
- Decision Making - Operators are expected to be excellent problem solvers, with the ability to analyze unique situations and decide an effective course of action that adheres to company policy and the Security Incident Response Plan;
- Customer Service - Operators are expected to respond to the needs of customers while adhering to company policy and the Security Incident Response Plan; and
- Ethical - Operators are expected to assent to and be guided by the company accepted principles of moral conduct.
What You Can Expect
- Meaningful work and unique opportunities to support missions vital to national and global security
- Top-notch, dedicated colleagues
- Generous pay and benefits with a stable organization
Minimum Job Requirements
High school diploma and one or more years of relevant experience in a related field. Examples include, but not limited to: law enforcement, military, security police officer, security systems, emergency services responder, emergency services dispatcher, or a background in computer
technology.
Specific Job Knowledge and Training Required upon Job Acceptance include:
- Knowledge of applicable federal laws, DOE and Y-12 orders and directives, regulations and restrictions relative to the company.
- Knowledge of all communications, portals, personnel monitoring systems, material surveillance procedures, etc., and procedural response by all Protective Force elements.
- General knowledge of Protective Force operations.
- Skill and ability to perform self-directed duties.
- Skill and ability to functionally use personal computers to include: word processing, company business software, database applications, spreadsheets, and/or internet applications.
- Skill and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, using strong interpersonal skills.
- Skill and ability to be customer service oriented.
- Ability to professionally utilize approved radio communications.
- Ability to meet medical Security Officer (SO) requirements per DOE Order 473.3A.
- Ability to maintain an in-depth understanding of the Security Incident Response Plan.
- Ability to follow the company-union contract, safety rules, and CNS Y-12 policies.
- Ability to read and speak English fluently and clearly; ability to write accurate reports.
- Ability to work a rotating shift schedule.
Preferred Job Requirements
Associate's degree or higher academic degree and/or at least one year Protective Force experience.
Why Y-12?
You get #morethanajob. We encourage employees to achieve a healthy personal balance among home, work and the community. One of the ways we embrace work-life balance is by offering flexible work arrangements that provide alternatives to the traditional workweek, while still meeting business needs. Top talent and personal commitment mean more to our success than any other factors, so we reward our people with the kinds of benefits that make a positive difference in the quality of their lives. Benefits such as: medical plan, prescription drug plan, vision plan, dental plan, employer matched 401(k) savings plan, disability coverage, education reimbursement and many more. Want to stay healthy and fit but hate the cost of a gym membership? Take advantage of one of our onsite workout facilities and eat healthy in our onsite cafeterias. Much more than a workplace, at Y-12, you can build a career that lasts a lifetime.
Notes
CNS is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement physical, drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you may be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.
CNS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.
