Health Physics Tech Advisor

REQUISITION ID: NUC00CP DEPARTMENT: Radiation Protection LOCATION: Wolf Creek – Burlington, KS PAY RANGE:

Level I – 13B – Min: $59,100 Mid: $73,900

Level II - 14B Min: $72,400 Mid: $90,500

Sr – 15B Min: $81,800 Mid: $109,100

Lead – 16B Min: $96,300 Mid: 128,400

Position Summary:

The Health Physics Tech Advisor acts as the technical conscience of the Radiation Protection program. This includes implementation and continuing improvement of the radiation protection program. Development of and periodic review of procedures and policies (not to including procedure writing) to protect against radiation hazards, coordination and technical oversight of the radiation protection program, and participation in and delivery of assessments and audits. The Health Physics Tech Advisor ensures compliance with federal regulations including but not limited to 10CFR20 and industry standards.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

- Assist with the implementation and continuing improvement of the Radiation Protection program. This includes identifying program deficiencies, developing appropriate corrective actions, providing technical guidance for development of radiation protection policies and procedures, reviewing new regulatory requirements for applicability, and reviewing projects and programs for compliance with radiological control requirements.

- Work with and supports Radiation Protection Supervision and related staff.

- Reviews work documents and procedures for radiological safety and regulatory compliance.

- Works with RP supervision to resolve issues within the Corrective Action Program.

- Review and evaluate proposed radiological work activities. Develop Technical Documents, ALARA reviews, Radiation Work Permits, Waste Characterizations, Internal Dose Monitoring, Instrumentation and Air Sampling performance. Ensures that radiological controls are comprehensive and documented in accordance with radiological procedures.

- Participate as a member in the Emergency Plan. This duty will include but is not limited to the Radiological Coordinator in the Emergency Operations Facility & Technical Support Center.

- Work independently, with limited direction and guidance. May also be called on to act as a mentor for junior staff, as applicable.

- Fill in for Supervision on a periodic basis.

- Perform other duties as assigned by supervision/management.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Successful candidates must have one of the following: 1) A bachelor’s degree in health physics or related technical field (such as health science or engineering) with a minimum of 20 semester hours in physical science is required 2) A relevant associate degree and physical science hours obtained, or 3) experience at another nuclear facility performing in a similar role Incumbents in this role will have progressive years of related experience at a nuclear reactor facility in a radiation protection role. The ideal experience will be around analysis, design and implementation of radiation protection programs and demonstrated knowledge of program components such as: radioactive source control, RP instrumentation, radioactive materials control, and proven experience managing health physics technical evaluations to ensure regulatory compliance. Below is an outline of the various years of experience required at each level of this role.

- Lead Level: Progression to this level is on a limited basis. This level requires 8 years of related experience and incumbents must demonstrate specialized depth and breadth of expertise before moving to this level. This level is seen as a resident expert for the functional area and recognized for expertise externally with other entities. Individuals in this band are recognized experts within their function and provide guidance and support to less experienced co-workers and lead project teams. (Lead in title)

- Career Level: Individuals generally possess in-depth knowledge/experience and may provide guidance and support to less experienced co-workers. Solves complex problems and contributes to process improvements. This is the level at which most individual contributors grow and stabilize for many years, if not for the duration of their career. Very few move to the lead level as specialized expertise in a field or function. Must have at least 5 years of related experience before moving to a career level role. (Sr in title)

- Intermediate Level: Demonstrates broader capability to take on more complex assignments and an enhanced level of working knowledge and experience in own job discipline. May continue to develop and seek support from senior level roles and peers. Applies more expertise in profession to achieve results. Requires 2 years of related experience before moving to an intermediate role. (II in title)

- Entry Level: Generally new to a role and performs routine assignments applying knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures. Receives instruction, guidance and direction from more senior level roles, peers, leadership. Incumbents at this level have less than 2 years of related experience and are entry level in their role. (I in title) Internship experience does not equate to fulltime experience for level progression.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Certified Health Physicist (CHP) or National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists (NRRPT) are preferred.

Cognitive Skills:

- This position requires the ability to: read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations; write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; effectively present information and respond to questions from supervision or members of other departments.

- This position requires the ability to: work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry; apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

- This position requires the ability to: define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables

Vision:

This position requires the ability to pass vision requirements associated with Company physical in order to read detailed engineering prints and drawings and inspect equipment installations and construction job sites

Noise:

This position requires the ability to work in environments with moderate to loud noise.

Additional Information:

Must have a satisfactory work record including good attendance.

Evergy has a clear mission – To empower a better future. Evergy chooses to live this mission by valuing People First. We know that to lead the responsible energy transition and provide affordable, reliable, and sustainable service to our customers and communities, we need a team with a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We are committed to building a team where everyone – regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status – has a voice and can bring their best every day. Evergy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.

Disclaimer: The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Work Locations: Wolf Creek Olive Ann Beech 1550 Oxen Ln NE PO Box 411 Burlington 66839

Job: Radiation Protection

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Unposting Date: Aug 15, 2025