Health Physicist I X-ray Inspector

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. 
 
The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred: 

• Demonstrates expert proficiency operating radiation survey equipment and radiation testing instrumentation to collect and evaluate radiological measurements during inspection activities.

• Applies advanced skill in analyzing, interpreting, and presenting technical data obtained from inspections, environmental sampling, and hazard evaluations.

• Utilizes intermediate proficiency with agency database systems and Microsoft applications to maintain inspection records, prepare technical documentation, and support tracking of regulatory actions.

• Performs expert‑level evaluations of medical and industrial x‑ray machines, including hands‑on inspection experience across diverse environments to determine compliance with radiation protection standards.

• Demonstrates advanced capability in identifying unsafe practices, assessing radiological hazards, and recommending corrective actions that support ALARA principles and regulatory compliance.

• Candidate must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Work and drive for long or extended hours.

• Able to obtain an NC Driver’s license within 30 days of hire.

• Close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing; viewing a computer; extensive reading.

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit the website for State Benefits. 

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders.  We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.  For more information about DHHS:  https://www.ncdhhs.gov/. 

DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.  Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. 

In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved.  We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified. 

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree in nuclear science, physical, or environmental science; health/ medical physics, or radiologic science from an appropriately accredited institution

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

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