Radiation Health Physicist 2

Salary:

$67,736.00 - $102,905.00

Annually Location :

Dauphin County, PA Job Type:

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number:

CS-2026-46263-14320

Department:

Department of Environmental Protection Division:

EP Nclr Sf Emgcy Respnse Div Opening Date:

04/07/2026

Closing Date:

4/20/2026 11:59

PM Eastern Job Code:

14320

Position Number:

00122751

Union:

AFSCME Bargaining Unit:

B4

Pay Group:

ST08 Bureau /

Division Code:

00352930 Bureau /

Division:

EP Nclr Sf Emgcy Resp Div Worksite Address:

400

Market Street City:

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Zip Code:

17101

Contact Name:

Susan Kreiser-Array Contact Email:

ra-depjobs@pa.gov

THE POSITION

Step into this critical role where science meets public safety. As a Radiation Health Physicist, you will support the Radiation Protection Program Supervisor in preparing for and responding to radiological emergencies, helping safeguard communities when it matters most. You will take part in nuclear power plant drills and real-world readiness exercises, while ensuring vital emergency response instruments and equipment are properly maintained, calibrated, and tracked. This is your opportunity to play a hands-on role in protecting public health through precision, preparedness, and expertise!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Radiation Health Physicist 2, you will bring your expertise to the forefront of public safety by applying state and federal regulations to strengthen radiological emergency planning and response. You will play a key role in reviewing and refining emergency procedures, guiding everything from field response and protective action recommendations to critical administrative functions. In this dynamic role, you will ensure readiness at every level by coordinating the maintenance and calibration of radiological instruments across response vehicles, keeping essential equipment fully operations. You will also be expected to maintain vital emergency kits, maps, and procedures used in coordination centers and field teams, while testing communication systems, including satellite equipment, P25 radios, and mobile devices, to guarantee seamless connectivity during emergencies. Beyond operations, you will serve as a trusted resource for the public, responding to inquiries and helping build confidence in radiological emergency preparedness. This is your opportunity to combine technical knowledge, precision, and public service in a role that truly matters! Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

Telework:

You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per week. You will be required to report 2 days per week to the Environmental Protection Harrisburg Office. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.

Salary:

Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $67,736 (before taxes). You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

One year as a Radiation Health Physicist 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or One year of professional experience in the recognition, evaluation, and control of radiation hazards and possession of a certificate of registration issued by the National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists; or Certification as a health physicist by the American Board of Health Physics; or Two years of professional experience in the recognition, evaluation, and control of radiation hazards and a bachelor's degree in health physics, radiation physics, radiation biology, nuclear physics, or applied health physics; or Two years of professional experience in the recognition, evaluation, and control of radiation hazards and a bachelor's degree with major course work in the physical, biological, or radiological sciences or in nuclear engineering, that includes 20 credits in health physics or radiological sciences; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirements:

This position requires possession of an active non-commercial PA Class C driver's license or equivalent.

Other Requirements:

You must possess and maintain a REAL ID or passport for this position. Proof of possession will be needed at the time of a conditional offer of employment. PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Commonwealth employees who wish to use their seniority rights must apply to the internal posting for their seniority rights to be considered. How to

Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this short ! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our Health & Wellness We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.• Compensation & Financial Planning We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life Balance We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.• Values and Culture We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving. Employee Perks Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships. For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit and click on the benefits box. •Eligibility rules apply. 01 Necessary Special Requirement - Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension? Yes No 02 If you answered yes, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below. 03 Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Radiation Health Physicist 1 for one or more years full-time? Yes No 04 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 05 Do you possess certification as a Health Physicist issued by the American Board of Health Physics? If yes, you must attach a copy of your certification prior to the submission of your application in order for this certification to be considered in the eligibility determination. You will not be able to add the certificate to the application after it has been submitted. Upload certificates using the "Attachments" tab on the left. Yes No 06 Do you possess a certificate of registration issued by the National Registry of Radiation Protection Technologists, or the American Board of Health Physics (Part 1), or certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist? If yes, you must attach a copy of your certification prior to the submission of your application in order for this certification to be considered in the eligibility determination. You will not be able to add the certificate to the application after it has been submitted. Upload certificates using the "Attachments" tab on the left. Yes No 07 How many years of full-time professional experience do you possess in the recognition, evaluation, and control of radiation hazards? A. 2 or more years B. 1 but less than 2 years C. Less than 1 year D. None 08 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below. 09 How much graduate coursework have you completed in health physics or radiological sciences? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted. If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visiting and clicking the Evaluation Services link. A. A conferred master's degree or higher B. 30 or more graduate credits C. 15 but less than 30 graduate credits D. Less than 15 credits E. None 10 You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application, or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score. All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions. Read each work behavior carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training. The "Level of Performance" you choose for each work behavior must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function. If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions. If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to our Yes 11 WORK

BEHAVIOR 1 - EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

Develop new or implement current emergency response plans for nuclear power plants and radiological material events. This involves the participation in emergency preparedness (EP) exercises, drills, and special surveys. Investigate radiological incidents which involve preparing dose projections; locate, characterize, and isolate sources; arrange for, coordinate, and monitor the cleanup and disposal of materials; conduct surveys to determine levels of radiation; and implement decommissioning or remedial action plans. Levels of Performance Select the "Level of Performance" that best describes your claim. A. I have experience DEVELOPING and

IMPLEMENTING

emergency response plans AND investigating radiological incidents. B. I have experience DEVELOPING and

IMPLEMENTING

emergency response plans OR investigating radiological incidents. C. I have experience DEVELOPING or

IMPLEMENTING

emergency response plans. Someone else was responsible for investigating radiological incidents. D. I have successfully completed radiological emergency response training such as National Incident Management System (NIMS), Radiological Emergency Response Operations (RERO), or Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER). E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior. 12 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. The type(s) of emergency response plans you developed or implemented. Your level of responsibility in investigating radiological incidents. 13 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to training, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. Training Source Course Title(s) Credits/Clock Hours 14 WORK

BEHAVIOR 2 - REPORT PREPARATION

Collect and evaluate various radiological data obtained from inspections, surveys, and radiological monitoring using appropriate statistical methodology. Organize and prepare radiological and survey reports to make data available to management, field personnel, and the public. Maintains records of results and critique methodology for determining radiation exposure to the public. Levels of Performance Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim. A. I have experience collecting, evaluating, AND organizing data for radiological AND survey reports. B. I have experience collecting, evaluating, OR organizing data for radiological OR survey reports. C. I have experience collecting, evaluating, OR organizing data NOT related to radiation. D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to data collection or statistics. E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior. 15 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. Your specific duties in the collection, evaluation, or organization of data. The type(s) of reports you prepared. Your level of responsibility. 16 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. College/University Course Title(s) Credits/Clock Hours 17 WORK

BEHAVIOR 3 - TRAINING AND COMPLIANCE ASSISTANCE

Conducts training related to the identification, analysis, and assessment of radiological hazards and the effects of exposure for personnel, counties, municipalities, or other agencies. Provides compliance assistance to the regulated community. Levels of Performance Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim. A. I have experience conducting training on radiological hazards for personnel, counties, municipalities, or other agencies AND providing compliance assistance to the regulated community. B. I have experience conducting training on radiological hazards for personnel, counties, municipalities, or other agencies OR providing compliance assistance to the regulated community. C. I have experience conducting training on topics

OTHER THAN

radiological hazards. D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to public speaking, speech, communications, or adult learning. E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior 18 In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below. The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience. The duties you performed related to conducting training or providing compliance assistance. The topic(s) of the training you conducted. The actual duties you performed and your level of responsibility. 19 If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below. College/University Course Title(s) Credits/Clock Hours Required Question