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< Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy Job Posting closes: November 12th, 2026 Required documents uploaded by: November 12th, 2026 The Kansas Department of Health and Environment, Radiation Control Program is seeking to hire for processing licenses and conducting inspections on Radioactive Materials Licensees. Our program consists of four inspectors, a lead inspector, and a supervisor. We are looking for a candidate that has a passion for science and public safety. The successful candidate will preferably have a degree in physical science or biology, as well as at least 2 years consistent work history. Experience with radiation safety is also preferred, but we will fully train the right candidate. Our nearly 250 licensees are a variety of medical, industrial and academic that use radioactive material in their everyday operations. Licensing is carried out in coordination with the licensee via email, phone or mailed documents. Inspections can mostly be conducted during day trips; some overnight travel is required, utilizing vehicles provided by the agency. In addition to regular duties, our team members support emergency response and environmental survey activities. We also strongly encouraged professional development of all staff. There will be technical training provided by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission ( NRC ) in the form of several online classes and in-person classes. Training sites are contracted by the NRC , in-person classes are held in one-week increments, and all travel expenses are covered. Typically, all required training is completed in 18 months. Advanced training is completed in 36 months from hire.

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