Lead Nuclear Materials Courier (SRF) @ National Nuclear Security Administration

Job Summary

The Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), Office of Secure Transportation (OST), Agent Operations Eastern Command (AOEC) is seeking a Lead Nuclear Materials Courier (SRF). In this critical national security role supporting nuclear stockpile stewardship, you will lead specialized protective force personnel in the safe and secure transportation of classified and hazardous nuclear materials.

Qualifications

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower NNSA Demonstration Project pay band or GS grade level in the Federal service, i.e., NV-03 level (GS-12). Serving as a member of a specialized team tasked with leading the pursuit and recovery of cargo unlawfully removed from an OST shipment's custody and control. Experience includes utilizing specialized Special Response Force equipment and specialized skills and tactics in the event that an adversary gains control of OST cargo and removes it from the convoy's vicinity.

Candidates would have to be meet the majority of the specialized experience below. Examples of Specialized Experience: Pursuit, containment, reconnaissance, hasty assault planning, breaching, and stronghold assault. Developing and leading tactical responses to specific threat Serving as an Incident Commander or in an ICS operational role to resolve contingencies such as severe weather, traffic incidents, or security threats during transit. Experience coordinating operational security and contingency response protocols with external law enforcement, military, or emergency service agencies.

"Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section. If you are eligible for career transition assistance plans such as ICTAP or CTAP, you must meet the definition of "well qualified" which is defined as having a score of 85 or better. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Major Duties

• As a Lead Nuclear Materials Courier (SRF), you will: Serve as a member of a Special Response Force (SRF) team Tasked with leading the pursuit and recovery of cargo unlawfully removed from an Office of Secure Transportation (OST) shipment's custody and control.
• Responsible for leading a sizable contingent of a highly specialized protective force.
• Assess situations and respond quickly and effectively to environmental conditions, resources, and safety and security issues that may arise unexpectedly.
• Responsible for leading all Courier personnel assigned to work under the employee's command on specific transportation missions (convoys) engaging in the safe and secure transportation of nuclear weapons, nuclear weapon components, and/or special nuclear material.
• Contribute to employee performance appraisals and recommends personnel actions based on performance on convoys.
• Identify and obtain resources needed to accomplish individual mission requirements; develops and executes operational, security, and tactical plans for assigned convoys; directs and coordinates the work of all agents while on a mission operation.
• Exercise command authority over widely dispersed assigned agents and provides clear direction in response to suspicious incidents or in the execution of complex para-military tactics, techniques, and procedures designed to deter, disrupt, or detect potential adversaries.

Requirements

• Subject to Random Drug Testing Favorable suitability determination required.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain a Q level Security Clearance.
• You must be a United States Citizen.
• This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
• Males must abide by Selective Service registration requirements.
• Must possess or acquire a valid State motor vehicle operator's license; have a satisfactory driving record; be able to obtain/maintain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate specialties, i.e. hazmat.
• Occasional exposure to potential dangers from explosives and radioactive and toxic materials.
• This position is covered by the Department of Energy's Human Reliability Program (HRP) and is subject to annual physical, psychological testing and evaluation, and random drug and alcohol testing.
• Travel will be 50% of the time.
• The Department of Energy requires that persons employed in Nuclear Materials Courier positions meet on a continuing basis its physical requirements, weapons qualifications, and first aid training requirements.
• Required to carry a firearm and maintain qualifications on assigned weapons.
• Required to maintain SRF qualification requirements.

This position is designated as a primary position and is covered by the retirement provisions of 5 USC 8336 (c). The OST Mission is performed on a 24 hour, 7 days a week basis. All employees are subject to participation in both scheduled and unscheduled emergency response exercises and events. Please limit your resume to no more than two (2) pages. If more than two pages are submitted, you will be disqualified.