HEALTH PHYSICIST TRAINEE

Introduction

\r\nThe Maryland Department of the Environment is charged with protecting and preserving the State's air, water, and land resources and safeguarding the environmental health of all Maryland’s citizens. The Agency’s mission is to protect and restore the environment for the health and well-being of all Marylanders with a vision of healthy, vibrant, and sustainable communities and ecosystems in Maryland.\r\n�\r\nIf you are looking for an exciting career committed to helping the environment for all Marylanders, please apply to become part of MDE’s workforce.� MDE offers competitive pay, great benefits, opportunities to telework, as well as opportunities for advancement and professional growth – MDE offers you a wide range of benefits such as medical and dental coverage, paid time off (i.e., vacation, sick leave), state pension, and supplemental retirement options (i.e., 401k, 457b, etc.). MDE headquarters facility offers free parking, a food court, and a gym.\r\n�\r\nPerformance Based Opportunity�\r\nAs part of our continuous efforts to optimize performance and drive success The Health Physicist Trainee may be eligible for an annual promotion. The incumbent may advance to a higher grade within the classification series, based on satisfactory work performance.�\r\n\r\nProgressive grade levels include:\r\n�\r\nHealth Physicist I – Grade 15 $63,154 -$99,603)\r\nHealth Physicist II – Grade 16 ($67,309- $106,155)\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n�\r\n\r\n

GRADE

STD0014

LOCATION OF POSITION

\r\nAir and Radiation Administration\r\nRadiological Health Program\r\nRadiation Machines Division\r\n1800 Washington Blvd.�\r\nBaltimore, MD 21230\r\n\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

\r\nThe Health Physicist Trainee will receive training to support required inspections, investigations, and other regulatory activities. Duties will include processing registrations, preventive maintenance, and certifications to protect the public and occupational personnel from unnecessary exposure to radiation from x-ray-producing machines. The incumbent will also participate in monthly staff meetings and respond to radiation emergencies as needed.\r\n\r\nThis position may involve the following working conditions:\r\n\r\n Exposure to uncomfortable or unpleasant surroundings. \r\n Exposure to hazardous conditions which may result in injury. \r\n Physical demands such as lifting 20 pounds or more, climbing ladders etc. \r\n Protective equipment—such as safety glasses, gloves, mask during site visits when required. \r\n\r\n\r\nThe incumbent may be required to drive a State vehicle. If you hold an out-of-state driver’s license, you must provide a certified copy of your driving record from the issuing state’s� Motor Vehicle Administration at the time of hire. All individuals must maintain a driver's license with no more than 5 points on their driving record to operate a State vehicle.\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:�Four years of experience in performing the recognition,�evaluation and control of radiological hazards to employees and the general public.\r\nNotes:\r\n1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of 30 credit hours in mathematical, physical or biological sciences for the required experience.\r\n2.�Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Health and Medical Physicist classifications or Health and Medical Physicist specialty codes in the Physicist field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

It is preferred that the selected candidate has the following:\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n A Bachelor's degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Health Science or Physics;��\r\n Strong written and oral communication skills;� � �\r\n Strong computer skills with a proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;��\r\n Experience generating database reports;�\r\n Detailed oriented with strong organizations skills and the ability to prioritize tasks;� ��\r\n Willingness to work as a team member;�\r\n Experience providing service to customers in a professional setting which must have included personal interaction with members of the general public or other customers.\r\n\r\n\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

\r\nPlease make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.�We will not consider the information submitted after this date.�Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified and placed on the�eligible (employment) list for at least one year.\r\n\r\nApplication must be completed.� Do not leave work experience section blank.��Do not cut and paste resume or answer see resume.�All supplemental questions must be answered thoroughly. Incomplete or one-word answers, such as 'yes, ' will result in no credit for those responses.\r\nShould you possess a bachelor's/master’s degree from a college or university outside of the United States, you must have your educational credentials evaluated by an approved education review service.� This evaluation must be submitted prior to hire. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. at 302-737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. at 1-800-932-3897 or 202-331-2925.\r\n\r\nYou must be legally authorized under the United States Immigration Reform and Control Act to be hired in the position for which you apply.\r\n\r\n

BENEFITS

\r\nThe State of Maryland offers a generous benefits package that includes:\r\nFlexible work schedules and telework opportunities for many positions\r\nFree mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis\r\nGenerous paid leave that increases with years of service\r\nPaid holidays\r\nHealth coverage with low out-of-pocket costs\r\nEmployee & employer contributory pension plan�\r\n\r\nClick on the link below for more information.\r\nSTATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

\r\nIt is highly preferred that you apply online. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit the State paper application and supplemental questionnaire (by the closing date) to Shantasia.baker1@maryland.gov or mail to:\r\n\r\n\r\nMaryland Department of the Environment\r\nOHR - Recruitment and Examination Division\r\n1800 Washington Blvd.\r\nBaltimore MD 21230\r\n�\r\nResumes are not accepted in lieu of completing the application.�\r\nFor questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Shantasia Baker at 410-537-3808. If you have difficulties submitting your online application, please contact the Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.\r\n\r\n\r\nWe thank our Veterans for their service to our country.� People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.� MDE is dedicated to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We strive to cultivate an inclusive environment where differences are celebrated.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n