Physicist - REMOTE

Department of Environmental Protection
Air Energy and Materials Sustainability
Division of Air Quality and Radiation Protection
Bureau of Environmental Radiation
Open to permanent employees who work in the division of Air Quality and Radiation Protection and meet the requirements below.
Under close supervision of a Radiation Physicist 3 or other supervisory official in the Department of Environmental Protection, performs radiological surveys and inspections; performs standard laboratory procedures to evaluate environmental samples for radioactive concentration; performs environmental sampling and quality assurance associated with radioactively contaminated site decommissioning and environmental sampling associated with radiological assessment of accidents involving radioactive materials and nuclear power electric generating stations; Completing application review and inspections of licensed radon mitigation professionals and businesses, licensing and inspection of water treatment facilities, responding to radiological emergencies, participating in nuclear power plant emergency response exercises, conducting site cleanup reviews and confirmatory monitoring, completing training and updating training journals, continuing to become a fully qualified license reviewer/inspector in Decommissioning, and completion of continuing education for a fully qualified license reviewer/inspector. The REAS section is technically very challenging, requiring highly skilled staff with specialized training. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, Mathematics, Radiologic Technology, Radiation Science or Environmental Sciences, which includes sixteen (16) semester credit hours in any combination of the following lab-based courses: physics, chemistry, biology or medical imaging.
Two (2) years of experience in the field of radiological health.
A Master's degree in one of the above fields may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.
A Doctorate in one of the above fields may be substituted for two (2) years of the required experience.
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
Holiday Pay
Telework*
Pension
Health Benefits (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance
Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)
Commuter Tax Savings Program
Tuition Reimbursement*

*Pursuant to the State/Department's policy, procedures, and/or guidelines.
Veteran's Preference
To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated. Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship, and Immigration Services regulations. The State of New Jersey seeks to increase the richness and diversity of its workforce, and in doing so, become the employer of choice for all people seeking to work in State Government. All information is considered confidential and will be filed separately with the agency's affirmative action officer. This information will not be part of your application for employment and will not be considered in any hiring decision.

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to inclusive hiring and a diverse workforce.