Requisition Id 13881
Level: TP03
Overview:
We are seeking an Emergency Management Specialist who will focus on hazards analysis. This position resides in the Emergency Management team in the Laboratory Protection Division of the Facilities and Operations Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL).
As part of our team, you will play a critical role in developing, implementing, and evaluating emergency management exercises to ensure the readiness and resilience of ORNL in the face of various emergencies.
As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an extraordinary 80-year history of solving the nation’s biggest problems. We have a dedicated and creative staff of over 6,000 people! Our vision for diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) is to cultivate an environment and practices that foster diversity in ideas and in the people across the organization, as well as to ensure ORNL is recognized as a workplace of choice. These elements are critical for enabling the execution of ORNL’s broader mission to accelerate scientific discoveries and their translation into energy, environment, and security solutions for the nation.
Major Duties/Responsibilities:
- Conduct screenings of all hazardous materials across the campus.
- Responsible for maintaining hazards analysis documents to comply with DOE O 151.1D.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders in the development of the hazards analysis for various facilities at ORNL.
- Ability to effectively communicate with senior management and a wide variety and level of staff, as well as federal, state, and local government agencies.
- Review current processes to determine areas for process improvement.
- Develop and deliver hazards analysis training programs to enhance the emergency management capabilities of ORNL staff and stakeholders.
- Assist in the development and maintenance of emergency plans, procedures, and protocols.
- Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.
Basic Qualifications:
- BS degree in a technical, science or other emergency management relevant field
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in hazards analysis or related fields. A combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Demonstrated knowledge of federal, state, and local emergency management regulations and guidelines.
- Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess a complex situation and develop effective solutions.
- Familiarity with DOE Orders and regulations regarding hazards analysis.
- Familiarity with dispersion modeling.
- Familiarity with consequence assessment.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs.
Special Requirements:
Q clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance from the Department of Energy. As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a pre-placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program.
Visa Sponsorship:
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Benefits at ORNL:
ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain hard-working people. The laboratory offers many employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to help you and your family live happy and healthy. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also provided for convenience.
Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.
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This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.
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If you have trouble applying for a position, please email ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.
ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.
