Title Technical Specialist, Conduct of Operations Coach

Position Number 38819

Company WA River Protection Solutions

City/State Richland, WA

Location 200E

Posted 04/16/2024

Closes 04/30/2024

Regular/Temporary Regular

Full/Part-Time Full-Time

Job Responsibilities/Duties

Washington River Protection Solutions (WRPS) seeks a Technical Specialist – Conduct of Operations Coach. The individual holding this senior position is responsible for ensuring that WRPS and subcontractor Work Group Supervisors and Responsible Managers, among others, have a solid understanding of Conduct of Operations, Human Performance Improvement (HPI), Integrated Safety Management System (ISMS), Radiological Controls and the Work Control Program, and that they have the tools (training, briefings, and coaching) to apply these programs to their daily activities in a safe, consistent, and effective manner.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform a Conduct of Operations coaching/mentoring role with individuals directly responsible for the management, supervision, and performance of field work activities for all WRPS projects.

• Develop and administer Conduct of Operations and HPI training to WRPS operations and support staff.

• Facilitate the incorporation of feedback received during coaching sessions into procedural and process improvements to strengthen implementation of DOE Order 422.1 requirements at the Tank Farms, 242-A, and Effluent Treatment Facility (ETF).

• Perform (in a hands-on-approach) a coaching role with individuals directly responsible for the management, supervision, and execution of field work activities for all WRPS projects to ensure proper disciplined Conduct of Operations and appropriate HPI tool usage.

• Facilitate incorporation of continuous improvement feedback provided during coaching sessions into process, procedures, and training.

• Participate in Management Self-Assessments of ISMS, Operations, and Radiological Operations.

• Participate in the Management Observation Program (MOP).

• Perform Senior Supervisory Watch (SSW) of high-risk work and first-time evolutions as required to support mission.

• Provide Conduct of Operations, HPI and ISMS-related training and briefings to WRPS personnel responsible for the management and supervision of field work activities.

• Qualify as an instructor to support Conduct of Operations Simulator at HAMMER.

• Support HPI Lab with content development and session facilitation.

• Prepare Management Observation Program (MOP) reports on the status of field work coaching activities for presentation to Conduct of Operations Council.

• Support development and monitoring of Conduct of Operations and HPI performance indicators.

*This position will remain open until filled.

Required Qualifications

Grade 20:

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline and a minimum of 10 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and years' experience.

Grade 21:

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline and a minimum of 12 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and years' experience.

Note the essential duties for this grade level are like that of the previous grade level, however the scope of responsibility is larger, and the expected level of performance is increased.

Desired Qualifications

• Hanford Tank Farms experience preferred.

• DOE experience preferred.

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) allow for a hybrid work environment, a combination of in-office and telework (restrictions may apply).

Compensation & Benefits

Grade 20:

Hiring Range Minimum: $126,025

Hiring Range Maximum: $158,875

Grade 21:

Hiring Range Minimum: $138,700

Hiring Range Maximum: $174,900

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)