Health Physics Services Manager

27-Jan-2026

Environmental, Safety, Health & Quality

10627BR

Who We Are

As the Savannah River Site's management and operations contractor since 2008, Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) makes the world safer. With safety and security in the forefront, SRNS develops innovative approaches to deliver on our environmental commitments and nuclear materials challenges; supplies products and services necessary to maintain the nation's nuclear deterrent; secures nuclear materials to prevent unwanted proliferation; and transforms nuclear materials into assets and stable wasteforms. The SRNS workforce is highly capable, engaged, and adaptable to meet existing and expanding missions. SRNS employees apply superior expertise and innovative solutions to complex and challenging national and global issues. We have the knowledge to address a range of national and international nuclear issues. We make the world safer - and you can, too.

Job Family

Radiological Protection

Discipline

Health Physics

Career Level

M3

Salary Range

$123,500 - $173,000

Note for Salary

This is the range within which SRNS expects the majority of qualified candidates would enter this role if offered. Actual offers may be more or less than the amounts shown depending on candidate's qualifications, experience, internal equity, and other factors.

Job Family Description

Radiological Protection personnel ensure safety by monitoring, evaluating, and controlling radiation hazards in various environments. They use specialized equipment to detect and measure radiation levels, implement safety protocols to minimize exposure risks, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Additionally, they may provide training to personnel on radiation safety procedures and contribute to emergency response plans related to radiological incidents.

Discipline Description

Health Physics personnel provide technical guidance on complex radiological protection issues having project, site-wide, or DOE complex-wide implications. They integrate emerging technologies, processes, and regulatory requirements into radiological programmatic areas. They serve as the radiological technical authority responsible for developing the radiological technical basis for facilities and projects, developing the technical basis for instrumentation and dosimetry programs while ensuing regulatory compliance. In health physics roles, individuals focus on the application of physics principles and radiation safety practices to protect human health and the environment from the harmful effects of ionizing radiation.

Some Typical Duties & Responsibilities Include:

Purpose of this management position may include any, but not necessarily all, of the disciplines in regulatory and
environmental compliance, program management, project execution and management, sample data management,
environmental monitoring and reporting, safety and health, radiological protection, and health physics.
Safety is a primary responsibility in each job performed. Obtain safety training, obey safety rules. and make safety an integral part of each
task. Take the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or will create an unsafe condition.
Execute the duties of the Manager, Health Physics Services within the Radiological Protection Department (RPD) of Savannah River Nuclear Solutions, LLC (SRNS). This position includes program management of the internal and external dosimetry programs, instrument calibration, health physics and radiological engineering programs.
Support the RPD Director with regulatory compliance of dosimetry services, instrumentation, and technical support of RPD programs.
Manage planning functions including budget bases of estimate, tracking and change control, critical staffing, succession planning, employee development, personnel resource distribution, and HR program and policy implementation.
Provide leadership that promotes SRNS Core Values and integrates safety and health throughout ESSH.
Manage technical and programmatic radiological protection issues including Industrial Safety and Industrial Hygiene.
Interface with DOE-SR on dosimetry, instrumentation, and general health physics support as required.
Maintain compliance with DOE directives/Orders and other state and federal laws, regulations and requirements
Conduct oversight of dosimetry, instrumentation, and health physics programs through audits, independent safety.
- Provide leadership and direction to accomplish program objectives
- Manage site level programs related to assigned responsibility
- Define the strategy and objectives to be met based on guidance from the VP /Director
- Plan and manage program/project short term/long term strategic goals, budgets and activities. Planning includes
recognition of customer needs and requirements.
- Maintain compliance with DOE directives/Orders and other state and federal laws, regulations and requirements
- Interface with DOE internal customer and DOE-HQ, Senior Site Management, and Stakeholders (including regulators,
public and others); interface with other SRS Prime contractors.
- Anticipate, evaluate and execute potential scope/program changes
- Develop/hire staffing and work execution strategies that demonstrate/realize cost-effective and timely approaches to
accomplishing work. Focus on Human Capital management
- Manage, lead and direct diverse teams of individuals
- Lead and direct Continuous Improvement Initiatives - strong business acumen
- Provide strong leadership and effective communications
- Assess performance of the organization and implement required improvements
- Demonstrate commitment to environmental awareness, and protection of Human Health and the Environment
- Act as SRS representative for responsible elements to the DOE, regulatory agencies, auditors, internal/external
evaluators and inspectors, DOE and other stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

* Twelve or more YOE as an individual contributor in one or more of the roles managed plus three or more years of experience (YOE) in a relevant management role, OR Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field plus eight or more years of experience (YOE) in one or more of the roles managed, OR Master's Degree in a relevant field plus five or more years of experience (YOE) in one or more of the roles managed
* Equivalencies to experience and education requirements will be considered
* Positions must adhere to qualifications and regulations as described in 10CFR835 and DOE-STD-1098-2008

We'd Also Like to See

* Experience with internal and external dosimetry programs to include familiarity with DOELAP accreditation
* Experience with radiation detection instrumentation calibration and maintenance
* Experience with Radiological Engineering and operational health physics
* Certified Health Physicist through American Board of Health Physics

Career Band

Management

Career Band Description

* Roles in this band provide people management direction to ensure the overall effective functioning of a function, sub-function, department or administrative process by implementing strategies and processes, and by building a high-performing team
* Achieves goals through the work of others
* Management responsibilities include performance appraisals, pay reviews, training and development
* Job focus is on managing others and applying operational or strategic management skills

Career Level Description

Provides leadership to managers and professional staff with accountability for performance and results of multiple teams, while developing departmental plans and priorities where decisions are guided by resource availability and organizational objectives.

Security Clearance Information

SRNS is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug & alcohol test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, criminal records, and employment history, and education verifications. Positions with SRNS may require applicants to obtain and maintain a DOE L or Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. Factors such as pre-employment background review results, dual citizenship status, and unpaid and/or unfiled taxes may impact your ability to obtain a security clearance. This list of factors is not exhaustive; pre-employment information and security clearance requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Clearance Required to Perform Job

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What We Offer

Savannah River Nuclear Solutions (SRNS) Benefits team is constantly assessing trends in the benefits area to provide the best possible services to our workforce. We ensure high quality outcomes of each service provider by consistent monitoring and oversight for positive results. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce. Your SRNS Health & Welfare benefits provide peace of mind and financial protection for you and your family. Some of the Benefits offered to full service employees include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
- Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
- Employer paid life insurance with buy up options
- Employer paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Various wellness programs
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Discounts and other supplemental benefits
SRNS employees are critical to the success of SRNS, all while making the world a safer place. The work that we do every day makes a difference.

Standards of Excellence

The SRNS vision states that we will "be the standard of excellence in nuclear materials management by delivering knowledge, innovation and experience." This is underpinned by the recognition that everything we do relies on our employees and how they demonstrate the SRNS Standards of Excellence every day. Built on the foundation of safety and security, each employee is expected to:
Model Excellence by demonstrating the highest standards and values in work and promoting them within the organization and to the customer.
Deliver Results by meeting customer expectations to ensure objectives, goals and deadlines are met while being good stewards of resources.
Energize and Recognize Teams through growing organizational strength and recognizing continued excellence.
Build Relationships by developing relationships with coworkers and customers to foster a respectful workplace.
Shape the Future by creating a diverse, innovative and integrated workforce that fosters mission success and company growth.

Note:

SRNS is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. SRNS utilizes the Disabled Veteran Enhancement Opportunities program which is aimed at improving employment opportunities for disabled veterans at the Savannah River Site (SRS). SRNS is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, you may contact us by phone at 803-952-8207, or by e-mail at hrrecruiting@srs.gov.

Job Expires

10-Feb-2026