CS-214
Rev 11/2013 / Position Code
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State of Michigan

Civil Service Commission
Capitol Commons Center, P.O. Box 30002
Lansing, MI 48909

POSITION DESCRIPTION

This position description serves as the official classification document of record for this position. Please complete this form as accurately as you can as the position description is used to determine the proper classification of the position.
2.Employee’s Name (Last, First, M.I.) / 8. Department/Agency
DEQ
3.Employee Identification Number / 9. Bureau (Institution, Board, or Commission)
4.Civil Service Position Code Description / 10. Division
Physicist 9-P11 / Office of Waste Management and Radiological Protection
5.Working Title (What the agency calls the position) / 11. Section
Physicist / Radiological Protection Section
6.Name and Position Code Description of Direct Supervisor / 12. Unit
David Asselin, Physicist Manager 14 / Radiological Emergency Preparedness Unit
7.Name and Position Code Description of Second Level Supervisor / 13. Work Location (City and Address)/Hours of Work
Vacant / Constitution Hall, 525 West Allegan Street, Lansing
8:00 am – 5:00 pm / Monday – Friday
14. General Summary of Function/Purpose of Position
This position supports the statewide nuclear power plant emergency planning and response program within the Radiological Emergency Preparedness (REP) Unit. The REP Unit maintains and implements plans and procedures relating to REP for nuclear reactors in Michigan. Duties include ongoing familiarity with plant safety systems; plant and county response capabilities; and the associated offsite environment. Duties also include maintaining professional relationships with plant, county, state, and federal personnel to promote a robust state REP program. Thorough knowledge of complex technical disciplines is used while often exercising independent judgment to protect public health, safety, and the environment as a component of the Department's responsibilities as the designated radiation control agency for radioactive materials in the state of Michigan.
This position is designated as security-sensitive and therefore requires a Criminal History Background Check.
15. Please describe the assigned duties, percent of time spent performing each duty, and what is done to complete each duty.
List the duties from most important to least important. The total percentage of all duties performed must equal 100 percent.

Duty 1

General Summary of Duty 1 % of Time 35
Maintain radiological emergency response (ER) preparedness at all times in order to respond to potential or actual releases of radioactive materials from nuclear power plants and to assess health and environmental impacts resulting from such a release.
Individual tasks related to the duty.
·  Assist in maintaining ER instruments and supply kits for use by emergency responders to assure ER preparedness.
·  Perform periodic equipment checks and record the results of such checks.
·  Assist in the maintenance of Section ER vehicle fleet.
·  Assist in the selection and purchasing of new and replacement ER instruments and equipment.
·  Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of these purchases to enhance the nuclear plant ER program.
·  Participate in the maintenance and annual calibration of emergency response instruments for detecting and measuring ionizing radiation.
·  Prepare and maintain records and reports demonstrating that ER program requirements are being met.
·  Assist in the development and testing of radiological plume transport/dose assessment models and spreadsheets for the management of the technical issues in nuclear power plant ER.
·  Maintain familiarity with federal regulations and technical guidance. Notify management when new regulations or guidance may impact Department ER procedures and policies.

Duty 2

General Summary of Duty 2 % of Time 35
Maintain radiological ER plans and procedures to assure that the ER program is able to protect human health and the environment during a nuclear power plant accident. Ensure that Department plans and procedures are consistent with federal and state requirements. Maintain Department, Office, and Section radiological ER procedures for nuclear power facilities in cooperation with the Michigan Department of State Police, Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division (MSP/EMHSD), and within the context of the Michigan Emergency Management Plan (MEMP). Review radiological aspects of local emergency plans and plans of other state departments, as required.
Individual tasks related to the duty.
·  With other program staff, maintain procedures for radiological ER positions. Procedures describe positions’ responsibilities and ensure that the ER organization is able effectively assess health and environmental consequences.
·  Assist in the maintenance of procedures for the use of ionizing radiation instruments, collection of samples, analysis of data, projection of radiation dose, and assessment of health and environmental consequences.
·  Assist in the development and updating of guidelines for radiological accident procedures.
·  Review and assess the radiological aspects of local government emergency response plans and procedures for adequacy and consistency with Department and/or MSP/EMHSD plans and procedures.
·  Evaluate radiological aspects of utility ER plans for their impact on state plans and procedures.

Duty 3

General Summary of Duty 3 % of Time 20
Assist with planning and delivery nuclear power plant ER training to technical staff (including other DEQ divisions and other state agencies) in conjunction with other Section technical staff.
Individual tasks related to the duty.
·  Prepare schedules and staffing for training, drills, and exercises.
·  Assist in the development and maintenance of ER staff training courses. Courses may be updated to include refresher materials, to comply with new procedures, and to provide instructions on “lessons learned” from previous trainings or events.
·  With other program staff, deliver annual training for ER staff; to refresh basic understanding of procedures and the technical basis for them; to introduce new procedures as they are developed; to improve proficiency; and to resolve past performance problems.
·  Assist in delivering specialized periodic training programs, as necessary, for staff from other department divisions or other state agencies, who volunteer to assist the radiological ER efforts.
·  Prepare, process, and maintain training records, written reports, assessments, and participant recommendations.

Duty 4

General Summary of Duty 4 % of Time 10
Continuously maintain the ability to receive notification of an emergency. When directed, respond to the activation of emergency response facilities, such as the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) or the Field Team Center (FTC), for actual nuclear power plant emergencies, drills, and federally evaluated exercises.
Individual tasks related to the duty.
·  At the SEOC: Serve as technical advisor to key decision makers and maintain communications with federal agencies, as directed. Coordinate a technical response to the radiological aspects of the incident using the best available information, including dose assessment, to protect human health and to mitigate environmental impacts. Recommend protective actions to protect members of the public and emergency workers. Oversee the implementation of emergency orders, as they pertain to the Department.
·  At the FTC: Function as part of the technical team. Duties may include directing the collection of field data measurements, directing or performing complex analysis of field data, performing consequence assessment, and coordinating decontamination the of people and equipment. Direct Section, Office, Department, and other state agency staff in radiological assessment activities.
·  Assist in other activities related to radiological emergency notification and response in cooperation with other Divisions, the Department Emergency Management Coordinator, and the MSP/EMHSD.
·  Periodically observe and evaluate drills to document the effectiveness of training and to recommend improvements.
·  Other response activities as assigned, including investigation of radioactive materials incidents and preparation of US DOT Special Permits.
16. Describe the types of decisions made independently in this position and tell who or what is affected by those decisions.
Decisions related to activities defined within the ER program, such as preparation, planning, training, response, research activities, and routine duties that promote and strengthen the program are generally made independently. These decisions may affect staff elsewhere in the Department as well as selected staff in other state agencies.
17. Describe the types of decisions that require the supervisor’s review.
Decisions dealing with program, Office, or Departmental policy when there is no established precedent, decisions that significantly impact other government agencies concerning radiological emergency preparedness, and decisions dealing with major purchases are made with the supervisor’s input, direction, and review.
18. What kind of physical effort is used to perform this job? What environmental conditions is this position physically exposed to on the job? Indicate the amount of time and intensity of each activity and condition. Refer to instructions.
Physical effort: Frequent standing and sitting. Occasional stooping, crouching, lifting, and carrying while conducting radiological surveys, during training, drills, or exercises, and as a member of the radiological response team.
Environmental conditions: Occasional loading and unloading of heavy equipment into and out of transport vehicles is required. Occasional exposure to adverse weather is possible during emergency response training, drills, and exercises. As a designated member of the radiological response team (available 24-hours/day), the use of Personal Protective Equipment may be required and exposure to elevated levels of ionizing radiation is possible.
19. List the names and position code descriptions of each classified employee whom this position immediately supervises or oversees on a full-time, on-going basis. (If more than 10, list only classification titles and the number of employees in each classification.)
NAME / CLASS TITLE / NAME / CLASS TITLE
20. This position’s responsibilities for the above-listed employees includes the following (check as many as apply):
Complete and sign service ratings. Assign work.
Provide formal written counseling. Approve work.
Approve leave requests. Review work.
Approve time and attendance. Provide guidance on work methods.
Orally reprimand. Train employees in the work.
22. Do you agree with the responses for Items 1 through 20? If not, which items do you disagree with and why?
Agree
23. What are the essential functions of this position?
The essential duties include typical office work, including regular use computers; travel to participate in nuclear plant drills, exercises and training programs; some physical effort needed to load and unload radiological emergency response equipment or to conduct radiological surveys. The duties are delineated in 18 above.
To be successful in this position, the following competencies have been identified as essential: Adaptability, Decision Making, Communication, Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills, Building Strategic Working Relationships, and Contributing to Team Success.
24. Indicate specifically how the position’s duties and responsibilities have changed since the position was last reviewed.
This position is currently vacant. The duties of the P9-11 position have not significantly changed since last review.
25. What is the function of the work area and how does this position fit into that function?
The function of the work area is to provide nuclear power plant radiological emergency preparedness within Michigan including proficiency to respond promptly and efficiently assess any event in terms of the impact on public health and the environment. This is within the context of support for the lead emergency management agency, MSP/EMHSD, in their response efforts. This position supports preparedness, planning, training, response, and communications as essential aspects of Department radiological responsibilities.
26. What are the minimum education and experience qualifications needed to perform the essential functions of this position?
EDUCATION:
Possession of a bachelor’s degree or higher in physics or nuclear engineering
EXPERIENCE:
9-level – no specific type or amount is required; 10-level – one year of professional experience determining the presence of radioactive materials equivalent to a Physicist 9; P11-level – Two years of professional experience determining the presence of radioactive materials equivalent to a Physicist 10.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of radiation protection assessment methods and radiation monitoring equipment and techniques. Knowledge of state and federal regulations pertaining to nuclear reactors and emergency response. Ability to work well with others. Ability to exercise considerable independent judgment. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Forty-hour Hazardous Material Incident Response Course with annual refresher training.
Valid driver’s license.
NOTE: Civil Service approval of this position does not constitute agreement with or acceptance of the desirable qualifications for this position.
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