Six or more years of professional experience required, with four years in a relevant specialty area.
Two years of supervisory experience required; managerial experience preferred.
Five or more years of nuclear plant experience preferred. Two years of INPO/WANO evaluation experience preferred.
Responsibilities
Lead chemistry evaluations during peer reviews and assist nuclear power stations.
Direct analysis activities and develop performance reports for utility leaders.
Organize station observations and conduct interviews with personnel.
Identify gaps in chemistry and industrial safety practices.
Analyze plant problems and strengths to inform improvements.
Represent INPO at industry meetings regarding chemistry standards.
Mentor new employees through the chemistry qualification process.
Benefits
Travel opportunities (up to 40%) to nuclear sites domestically and internationally.
Opportunity to influence industry standards and practices.
Mentorship and leadership development roles.
Engagement with key stakeholders in the nuclear industry.
Full Job Description
Summary of Purpose:
Leads monitoring, peer review, and assistance activities for nuclear power stations in Chemistry, interacting with utility personnel, INPO/WANO management, and industry professional groups.
Essential Functions
Performs the functions of a lead chemistry evaluator on peer review and assistance activities at nuclear power stations and utilities while leading and mentoring others
Leads and directs analysis activities, reviews documents, and develops reports that describe area performance, areas for improvement, areas of concern, strengths and recommendations and effectively communicates results to station and utility leaders
Organizes and directs station observation activities and interviews, and briefs station and utility leaders
Recognizes gaps to excellence in chemistry and industrial safety
Discerns significance, scope, and causes of plant problems and strengths
Represents INPO on all issues related to chemistry, including industry meetings and during the establishment of/or changes to industry standards
Works with the industry to improve chemistry performance
Participates in the development of industry communications
Mentors new employees through the chemistry qualification process
Travels (up to 40%) to nuclear sites and other required locations domestically and internationally, and maintains unescorted access authorization necessary to perform on-site duties
Performs other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Advanced skills in building and maintaining positive relationships, handling complex conflicts with key stakeholders, and ensuring alignment with INPO's mission
Advanced knowledge of INPO/WANO policies, practices and procedures
Advanced knowledge of error reduction fundamentals as related to station chemistry personnel
Advanced knowledge and understanding of plant chemistry related processes and activities, including radioactive liquid and gaseous waste processing, plant startup, and plant shutdown
Advanced knowledge of the principles, techniques, and practices associated with sampling, monitoring, trending chemistry parameters in primary, secondary, and auxiliary cooling water systems
In depth, detailed knowledge of functional area
In depth, comprehensive knowledge of the nuclear utility industry
Advanced proficiency in solving complex and multifaceted problems using data, trends, and analysis to inform decision making
Advanced ability to use research, analysis, and stakeholder feedback to influence and execute strategies while remaining up to date with industry regulations and compliance standards
High levels of communication skills to convey complex ideas and strategies in a clear and compelling manner
Advanced ability to work independently as well as in teams/groups, to align long-term organizational strategies
Ability to lead functional area and cross-functional teams
Ability to work and maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive/private information
Education, Licenses, and Certifications
Required
High School Diploma or GED
Preferred
Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) certification
Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant specialty area, such as chemistry, chemical engineering, biology, environmental sciences, etc.
Experience
Required
Six or more years of professional work experience
Four or more years of experience in relevant specialty area (chemistry or similar experience)
Two years of supervisory or equivalent experience
Preferred
Five or more years of nuclear plant experience
Two years of INPO/WANO evaluation experience
Two years of manager or equivalent experience
Four years of supervisory experience (preferably in RP or chemistry) with at least some experience as a second-line supervisor
Additional Requirements
Work Context
Must be able to work prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to work under minimal supervision
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and crawl
Must be able to lift 25 pounds
Must be able to travel domestically or internationally by plane or car
Must have a US state or territory issued Real ID compliant driver's license or identification card
Behaviors and Assessments/Additional Requirements
All INPO employees are expected to abide by behavioral expectations as outlined in INPO's Core Values, Team Effectiveness Attributes, and Leadership Effectiveness Attributes.
