SENIOR ENFORCEMENT SPECIALIST (GG-14)

Summary

This position is located in Region I Division of Reactor Safety. The supervisor is Sherlyn Haney, Branch Chief. This position is subject to Confidential Financial Disclosure reporting requirements and is subject to security ownership restriction reporting requirements. The selectee may work in their current NRC office location.

Duties

The successful candidate will serve as CNRI's top functional staff specialist in the administration of enforcement policies established by the NRC for NRC-licensed facilities, materials, and activities. Such duties include but are not limited to: Evaluates enforcement cases requiring the concurrence of the reactor and materials program office, Office of General Counsel, including civil penalties, orders, and Severity Level I, II, or III violations. Prepares the initial draft of all appropriate enforcement documents for assigned cases requiring reactor and materials program offices and OGC concurrence. Prepares confirmatory action letters to licensees, letters to licensees closing out the terms of an Order, press releases concerning escalated enforcement actions and referrals to Division of Investigations (DI). Responsible for the day to day operations of the Regional enforcement program. As needed, prepares expert testimony in support of contested enforcement cases.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for this position, in addition to the basic education requirements, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE is defined as: Professional experience that provided candidates with a thorough current understanding of the principles, theories, and practices in one or more relevant fields of physical science or engineering gained through several years of specialized professional experience. For this position, specialized experience includes experience that demonstrates the ability to understand scientific and technical principles, requirements, and practices to be able to apply them to factual findings for the purpose of preparing and defending enforcement actions. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following: Demonstrated knowledge of the theories, principles and practices related to nuclear power plants or radiation safety as it relates to the nuclear materials program. Demonstrated ability to negotiate positions and resolve differing views to reach consensus. Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectiv ly, both orally and in writing, demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships with managers, Federal, State and local government agencies, professional committees and coworkers. Demonstrated knowledge of NRC regulatory program, licensing or inspection/enforcement techniques and standards. Demonstrated ability to evaluate policy issues and questions arising from assigned projects and to propose to management the need for changes in policies, procedures and requirements. A description of how you possess the specialized experience as well as how you meet the qualifications desired in an ideal candidate must be addressed in your resume. The NRC encourages applicants to provide job experience details in your resume. Applicants may also use the supplemental vacancy question to provide additional information pertaining to the specialized experience and ideal candidate criteria. PLEASE BE CLEAR AND CONCISE. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.

Requirements

You must meet the qualifications for this position by no later than 30 calendar days after the closing date of this announcement and before placement in the position. All information in your resume must be true and accurate. Conditions of Employment: This is a Drug Testing position Must be able to meet and maintain security & suitability requirements.

Education

Candidates must have a thorough current understanding of the principles, theories, and practices in one or more relevant fields of engineering or physical science gained through several years of specialized professional experience. In addition to training and experience, generally, these knowledge requirements are met by having a bachelor's or higher degree in a relevant professional physical science discipline (e.g., general or health physics, radiation physics, engineering physics, chemistry, etc,) or relevant engineering discipline (e.g., nuclear, electrical, mechanical, metallurgical, structural, chemical, etc.) from a school of engineering accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).You must include an unofficial or official copy of your college and/or university transcripts with your application. Transcript must include the School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable). Education must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. If you have multiple degrees (e.g., BS, MS, PhD) please submit transcripts for each degree. You must include an unofficial or official copy of your college and/or university transcripts with your application. Transcript must include the School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable). Education must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. If you have multiple degrees (e.g., BS, MS, PhD) please submit transcripts for each degree. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in a conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website. If you are qualifying on foreign education, you MUST submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency. Transcripts must be uploaded with your application to verify education. All documentation must be in English or include an English translation.

How you will be evaluated

When the application process is complete, your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the job requirements. Your application will be evaluated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to any vacancy questions to determine your level of knowledge, skills, and abilities related to the job requirements. You must respond to all required application questions. If you are among the top candidates for this position, your application will be referred to the hiring manager for possible interview and selection based upon the number of available vacancies to be filled in each office. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to submit a concise resume that directly relates to this position.

How to apply

Please read the entire announcement and all instructions before you begin an application. To be considered for this position, you must complete the online application process and submit all required documents electronically by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on 11/09/2026. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. For a preview of the application questions, please see https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13098178. Your complete application must include your resume, responses to all required vacancy questions, and any required documents that prove your eligibility to apply. To begin your application, select the "Apply" button located on the right side of this screen. Follow the subsequent prompts to log in or register, submit all required documents, answer the questions, and complete the application process. You may either select your required documents within your USAJOBS profile to upload with your application or directly upload them during the application process. The following types of document types can be uploaded: .gif, jpg., .jpeg, .png, .rtf, .pdf, .doc, and .docx. Important Considerations: Paper Applications: Paper applications will not be accepted unless you can demonstrate hardship circumstances through the agency contact listed below. Application Extensions: Requests for application extensions will not be granted. Hardship Assistance: If you experience hardship applying online, please contact the Human Resources Specialist listed below for assistance. You must reach out during business hours before the announcement closing date and speak with someone who can provide support for your online submission. The NRC provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the coordinator at (301) 415-5888 or TDD 240-482-3217. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Other information

This position may be eligible for telework in accordance with agency policy. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.