Title Hazardous Materials Specialist (Entry-Level)

Position Number 38970

Company WA River Protection Solutions

City/State Richland, WA

Location 200E

Posted 04/22/2024

Closes 05/06/2024

Regular/Temporary Regular

Full/Part-Time Full-Time

Job Responsibilities/Duties

Washington River Protection Solutions (WRPS) seeks an entry-level Hazardous Material Specialist to join the Waste Technical Services organization. The Hazardous Materials Specialist will provide characterization and program support for all radiological and non-radiological waste types (Low Level Waste, High Level Waste, Mixed Waste). This position will provide broad-based technical and regulatory support for ongoing WRPS waste management efforts and technical support for specific projects. The Hazardous Material Specialist will also perform calculations to support waste management and characterization efforts and create and identify documentation to be revised based on the regulations, results of calculations and other efforts. Support effective implementation and regulatory compliance of waste management programs.

• Incorporates conventional engineering or scientific practices to technical requirements to meet WRPS' Waste Program needs.

• Assists with preparation of waste stream profile technical documentation to support calculations and incorporates into Waste Certification Plans.

• Assists with providing guidance and direction to facility personnel involved with waste management, packaging, and transportation.

• Performs field walk downs to ensure field work is performed to meet waste stream profiles, calculations and procedures.

• Reviews work packages for potential generation of waste streams.

• Assists with verification for compliance with WRPS' waste acceptance criteria requirements.

• Assists with preparation of Waste Program manuals and procedures.

• Assist with packaging and shipment of all hazardous and radioactive materials and assure this is completed in accordance with all federal, state and local regulations.

• Evaluate hazardous materials packaging, transportation, handling and associated activities for compliance and acceptability.

• Implement programs and procedures for packaging, transport and disposal of hazardous materials.

Required Qualifications

Grade 13:

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in a scientific discipline or a related field or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Grade 14:

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in a scientific discipline or a related field; and

• Two (2) years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with application of Washington State, DOE and DOT regulations and requirements.

• Good written/oral communication skills.

Depending on the nature of your employment with WRPS, you can expect the following:

• A business casual dress work environment: jeans are permissible (restrictions may apply).

• Opportunity for work/life balance: a standard 4 x 10 work schedule, allowing more personal time to enjoy life outside of the office (other schedules and/or shift work may be required).

• Many positions (non-bargaining) that allow for a hybrid work environment, a combination of in-office and telework (restrictions may apply).

• An excellent benefits package, effective day one of hire, to include a generous 401K Savings Plan, Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance options, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Holiday/Vacation Pay.

Compensation & Benefits

Grade 13:

Hiring Range Minimum: $64,788

Hiring Range Maximum: $81,663

Grade 14:

Hiring Range Minimum: $71,200

Hiring Range Maximum: $89,800

WRPS offers a comprehensive benefits package to include medical/dental/vision, short-and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off. For a full list of benefits please visithttps://hmis.hanford.gov/hr/page.cfm/HEWTBenefits

In accordance with the company's philosophy on compensation for exempt and salaried non-exempt employees, WRPS takes into consideration a variety of factors when determining initial salary to include assigned job scope and responsibility, a candidate's qualifications as compared to internal comparators performing in a similar role, and the external labor market. A salary offer will be made within the targeted hiring range posted. Note a candidate's prior salary history will not be taken into consideration.

Relocation Funding Provided Yes

U.S. Citizenship Required Yes

Clearance Required No

Job Classification Exempt

Shift Work Required No

This contractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Applicants and employees have rights under Federal Employment Laws and are protected under federal law against discrimination. To view information regarding these rights, please click on these links:

• Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights.pdf)

• Pay Transparency Policy Statement

• Family Medical Leave Act (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/WHD/legacy/files/fmlaen.pdf)

• Employee Polygraph Protection Act

• WA State Paid Family Medical Leave (https://paidleave.wa.gov/app/uploads/2021/12/2021.12.Six-things-to-know-about-Paid-Leave.pdf)