Senior Manager, Nuclear Power Safety

Role Description

Under the direction of the Director of Nuclear Power Safety, the Senior Manager position provides thought leadership, science direction, and technical, analytical, and public outreach support to advance the UCS goal to promote the safety and security of nuclear power and the nuclear fuel cycle. This position conducts research and analysis in support of UCS’ nuclear power safety project and energy campaign and works collaboratively with coalition and grassroots partners. The Senior Manager serves as a spokesperson and technical expert representing UCS in public forums and with media, policymakers, regulators, and stakeholders.

UCS employees center all their work on UCS’s core values of racial equity and environmental justice. They work collaboratively to ensure the effective operations of the program/department, center anti-racism and equity in internal and external work, and foster a welcoming, inclusive, and transparent environment where all staff can thrive and grow.

Responsibilities

• Research and Analysis
  • Design and implement research and analysis in accordance with legal requirements for human subjects and environmental protection and upholding principles of scientific excellence.
  • Work with leadership and colleagues to ensure that organizational and programmatic goals, strategies, priorities, and decisions are grounded in the best available science.
  • Identify strategic opportunities for new areas of research including novel analytical or policy work.
  • Implement collaborative work across programs to develop and test evidence-based solutions for policy, regulatory, and other decision-making challenges.
  • Lead or support development of science-based products focused on nuclear power safety and security trends.
  • Manage research and analysis projects on nuclear power and nuclear safety issues.
  • Write, edit, and review peer-reviewed papers, reports, fact sheets, issue/policy briefs, and other materials.
  • Help coordinate peer review by external technical experts and internal UCS scientific and analytic products.
  • Apply research results and conclusions to the formulation and development of public policies, regulations, and political strategies.
  • Carry out research objectives, policy approaches, and engagement with others that foster inclusiveness.
  • Provide a supportive and welcoming environment that addresses the needs of diverse stakeholders.
  • Identify opportunities for broadening and diversifying the voices engaging in Program-related decision-making venues.
  • Apply scientific tools for advancing social equity.
• Assessment and Learning
  • Understand and value accurate data for the assessment, learning, tracking, and reporting of UCS’s impact.
  • Routinely track the impact of work to share with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Maintain in-depth knowledge of, monitor, and assess current and emerging research, trends in the field of nuclear power and nuclear safety issues.
• Campaign Support
  • Using expertise, support the scoping, planning, design, and implementation of campaigns.
  • Collaborate with the Program’s Campaign staff to keep the campaign on track.
  • Influence the development and implementation of policies and strategies within government and nongovernment institutions.
• Expert Representation and Advocacy
  • Represent UCS, its values, and positions in government agencies and commissions, conferences, workshops, and other key forums.
  • Establish and maintain alliances with advocates, other organizations, community leaders, and researchers.
  • Represent UCS in the media; work with UCS Communications staff to identify key media opportunities.
  • Report research results and recommend research directions in oral and written form.
  • Communicate and uplift UCS’s priorities online and through social media.
  • Serve as an internal resource to expand UCS staff expertise and visibility.
  • Support fundraising and development efforts through donor meetings and participation in meetings of the National Advisory Board.
• Other Duties As Assigned
  • Support and participate in UCS's internal efforts to create an anti-racist and inclusive work environment.
• People Management Authority
  • Coordinate, supervise, and provide technical direction to work of consultants, staff, or interns/fellows allocated to specific projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field, such as nuclear engineering or physics. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• 7+ years of comparable and relevant experience, which could include academic-related work experience.
• Familiarity with nuclear safety and security regulatory standards and regulations.
• Broad familiarity with technical areas of nuclear power and fuel cycle facility safety and security.
• Qualitative and quantitative analytical skills; experience in designing and carrying out scientific research and analysis.
• Understanding of how science, economic and technical analyses, and advocacy inform public opinion, public policy, and litigation.
• Innovation skills; ability to develop novel applications for existing data streams.
• Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills.
• Experience with coalitions, legislative process, advocacy skills, and policy/planning analysis.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills.
• Project management skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with incorporating equity, inclusion, and justice into work/projects.
• Knowledge and familiarity with racial equity and inclusion principles.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time.
• Continuously operate a computer and must have the ability to control a mouse and keyboard.
• Communicate in verbal and written formats with internal staff and external constituents.

Work Schedule

• Regular business hours, which may vary depending on time zone.
• Occasional work outside of standard hours for events, travel, or time-sensitive matters required.

Travel Requirements

• Periodic domestic and international travel is required.

EEO Statement

UCS is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, parental status, political affiliation, union status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Details

• This is a full-time remote position, DC area preferred.
• For those who meet all position requirements, the salary is $122,884.
• UCS offers excellent benefits and a rewarding work environment.

To Apply

Please upload a cover letter and resume. In the cover letter, please confirm that the listed salary meets your expectations. Upload materials in Word or PDF format only. No phone calls, please.

Covid Mandate for New Hires

For in office roles, UCS employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. All new hires who will be reporting to an office location must provide notice of their vaccination status and vaccination documentation, on or before their first day of work.

Deadline

Until filled.