SENIOR ENFORCEMENT SPECIALIST

Summary

Hiring Agency: Nuclear Regulatory CommissionDepartment: Other Agencies and Independent OrganizationsLocation: Multiple LocationsHiring Path: Fed Internal SearchSecurity Clearance: L Access AuthorizationThis position is located in Region I Division of Reactor Safety. The supervisor is Sherlyn Haney, Branch Chief. This position is subject to Confidential Financial Disclosure reporting requirements and is subject to security ownership restriction reporting requirements. The selectee may work in their current NRC office location.Key ResponsibilitiesThe successful candidate will serve as CNRI's top functional staff specialist in the administration of enforcement policies established by the NRC for NRC-licensed facilities, materials, and activities. Such duties include but are not limited to: Evaluates enforcement cases requiring the concurrence of the reactor and materials program office, Office of General Counsel, including civil penalties, orders, and Severity Level I, II, or III violations.Prepares the initial draft of all appropriate enforcement documents for assigned cases requiring reactor and materials program offices and OGC concurrence. Prepares confirmatory action letters to licensees, letters to licensees closing out the terms of an Order, press releases concerning escalated enforcement actions and referrals to Division of Investigations (DI). Responsible for the day to day operations of the Regional enforcement program.As needed, prepares expert testimony in support of contested enforcement cases.Requirements & EducationCandidates must have a thorough current understanding of the principles, theories, and practices in one or more relevant fields of engineering or physical science gained through several years of specialized professional experience.In addition to training and experience, generally, these knowledge requirements are met by having a bachelor's or higher degree in a relevant professional physical science discipline (e.g., general or health physics, radiation physics, engineering physics, chemistry, etc,) or relevant engineering discipline (e.g., nuclear, electrical, mechanical, metallurgical, structural, chemical, etc.) from a school of engineering accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).You must include an unofficial or official copy of your college and/or university transcripts with your application.Transcript must include the School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable). Education must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. If you have multiple degrees (e.g., BS, MS, PhD) please submit transcripts for each degree. You must include an unofficial or official copy of your college and/or university transcripts with your application.Transcript must include the School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable). Education must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. If you have multiple degrees (e.g., BS, MS, PhD) please submit transcripts for each degree. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements.You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website.If you are qualifying on foreign education, you MUST submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency. Transcripts must be uploaded with your application to verify education. All documentation must be in English or include an English translation.As an NRC employee you will enjoy excellent Federal Benefits, including:comprehensive health and life insurance plansFlexible Spending Account Program for health and dependent careDental and Vision Insuranceretirement savings and investment plan similar to 401(k) (Thrift Savings Plan)annual (vacation) and paid sick leavefamily friendly leave policies11 paid holidays per yeartransit benefitsThis link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees.Which agency is hiring for this position?This position is with Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations.What is the salary for this position?The posted pay range is $138595 – $180178/yr.Is this position remote or telework eligible?This position is eligible for telework.What security clearance is required?This position requires a L Access Authorization security clearance.What is the application deadline?Applications close on 2026-11-09.Who is eligible to apply?This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

Hiring Agency: Nuclear Regulatory CommissionDepartment: Other Agencies and Independent OrganizationsLocation: Multiple LocationsHiring Path: Fed Internal SearchSecurity Clearance: L Access AuthorizationThis position is located in Region I Division of Reactor Safety. The supervisor is Sherlyn Haney, Branch Chief. This position is subject to Confidential Financial Disclosure reporting requirements and is subject to security ownership restriction reporting requirements. The selectee may work in their current NRC office location.Key ResponsibilitiesThe successful candidate will serve as CNRI's top functional staff specialist in the administration of enforcement policies established by the NRC for NRC-licensed facilities, materials, and activities. Such duties include but are not limited to: Evaluates enforcement cases requiring the concurrence of the reactor and materials program office, Office of General Counsel, including civil penalties, orders, and Severity Level I, II, or III violations.Prepares the initial draft of all appropriate enforcement documents for assigned cases requiring reactor and materials program offices and OGC concurrence. Prepares confirmatory action letters to licensees, letters to licensees closing out the terms of an Order, press releases concerning escalated enforcement actions and referrals to Division of Investigations (DI). Responsible for the day to day operations of the Regional enforcement program.As needed, prepares expert testimony in support of contested enforcement cases.Requirements & EducationCandidates must have a thorough current understanding of the principles, theories, and practices in one or more relevant fields of engineering or physical science gained through several years of specialized professional experience.In addition to training and experience, generally, these knowledge requirements are met by having a bachelor's or higher degree in a relevant professional physical science discipline (e.g., general or health physics, radiation physics, engineering physics, chemistry, etc,) or relevant engineering discipline (e.g., nuclear, electrical, mechanical, metallurgical, structural, chemical, etc.) from a school of engineering accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).You must include an unofficial or official copy of your college and/or university transcripts with your application.Transcript must include the School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable). Education must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. If you have multiple degrees (e.g., BS, MS, PhD) please submit transcripts for each degree. You must include an unofficial or official copy of your college and/or university transcripts with your application.Transcript must include the School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable). Education must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. If you have multiple degrees (e.g., BS, MS, PhD) please submit transcripts for each degree. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements.You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website.If you are qualifying on foreign education, you MUST submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency. Transcripts must be uploaded with your application to verify education. All documentation must be in English or include an English translation.As an NRC employee you will enjoy excellent Federal Benefits, including:comprehensive health and life insurance plansFlexible Spending Account Program for health and dependent careDental and Vision Insuranceretirement savings and investment plan similar to 401(k) (Thrift Savings Plan)annual (vacation) and paid sick leavefamily friendly leave policies11 paid holidays per yeartransit benefitsThis link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees.Which agency is hiring for this position?This position is with Nuclear Regulatory Commission, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations.What is the salary for this position?The posted pay range is $138595 – $180178/yr.Is this position remote or telework eligible?This position is eligible for telework.What security clearance is required?This position requires a L Access Authorization security clearance.What is the application deadline?Applications close on 2026-11-09.Who is eligible to apply?This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.#J-18808-Ljbffr