Agency Allegation Advisor

To qualify for this position, you must have at least 7 to 10 years of specialized experience. (1) Expert knowledge and skills for this position go beyond the standard normally associated with a senior line position. Must have knowledge of nuclear safety and safety culture attributes which encourage employee participation in effective problem identification and resolution and support a respectful work environment and healthy questioning attitude. (2) Expert knowledge of the principles, concepts, theories, and methods of an established professional or administrative discipline and their relationship to programs and work environments which encourage employee participation in effective problem identification and resolution. (3) Ability to recognize and identify industry-wide significant safety issues from information contained in allegations. Knowledge is not limited to agency activities but includes activities within the national and international community. Incumbent is expected to cultivate ties to other U S. government agencies and the nuclear national and international community in the matter of allegations. (4) Broad and in-depth knowledge of computer software used for management and analysis of data should be demonstrated. (5) Demonstrated ability to apply the above knowledge and experience in the management of the formulation of sound technical judgments on the adequacy of the resolution of safety issues for design and proposed systems, components, and equipment to ensure safe nuclear facility operation under normal conditions and safe plant shutdown under transient or accident conditions to minimize or eliminate any adverse impact upon public health and safety and the environment. (6) Advanced skills in oral and written communications sufficient to effectively convey complex recommendations to management and to discuss varied and complex policy issues with representatives of other NRC offices and divisions, other government agencies, national laboratories, industrial representatives, and members of the public. (7) Demonstrated ability to establish effective work relationships with individuals at all levels, both within and outside the parent organization.

A detailed description of how you possess the specialized experience as well as how you meet the qualifications desired in an ideal candidate; including types and complexity of projects or work assignments you have undertaken and your specific role (e.g., lead, contributor, etc.) that demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of the area, should be addressed in your resume and additional space provided for supplemental response.

The Ideal Candidate for this position will have: 

1. Demonstrated in depth knowledge in the area of nuclear safety and the conditions of licensee work environment which encourages employee participation in effective problem identification and resolution. Ability to recognize and identify significant safety issues and trends contained in allegations.

(EXAMPLE:  Describe specific experience defining, developing, and/or implementing a nuclear safety corrective action, allegation, or employee concern resolution program. What was your role? Describe the scope and complexity of the program(s) and the size of the organization(s) involved. Describe your experience analyzing effectiveness of existing programs and policies, and identifying, developing, and establishing requirements for a new program to ensure application of best practices. Describe your experience providing expert advice and assistance to senior management officials in the areas of nuclear safety and work environment.)

2. Demonstrated knowledge of the theory, principles, and practices in the field of nuclear application, as evidenced by work experience within the agency or its regulated communities. Ability to independently manage internal and external interactions associated with the resolution of allegations relating to nuclear safety, discrimination against individuals for raising safety concerns, and chilled work environments.

(EXAMPLE: Describe your specific work experience, education, training and developmental assignments that demonstrate your knowledge and ability to interact with internal and external organizations in resolving technical and/or policy issues as associated with nuclear safety and work environment related issues. Describe the scope and complexity of the topics involved and your specific role (i.e., lead, contributor, etc.). Provide specific examples and accomplishments.)

3. Demonstrated ability to establish program goals; develop associated implementation plans, evaluation methods, and communication tools; and effectively conduct resource planning and program management functions.  Demonstrated ability to lead changes and improvements through successful approaches to problem solving, conflict resolution, and use of data and information, in coordination with various stakeholders.

(EXAMPLE: Describe your specific work experience(s) that demonstrate(s) your ability to establish program goals and develop implementation plans, identify resource needs, and conduct methods to measure the success of plans in achieving the desired goals.  Describe how you communicated the plans, resource needs, and performance measure to senior management, staff, and external organizations.  In addition, provide examples which required you to understand, evaluate, and negotiate change and improvement efforts. For each example, describe the significance or complexity of the issue, the role you played, e.g., lead, principal contributor, team member, etc., and the results or outcomes of your actions. Provide specific examples and accomplishments)

4. Demonstrated advanced oral and written communication skills, and experience effectively conveying and presenting complex and detailed information of a technical and/or policy nature to colleagues, peers, senior management officials, and representatives of other institutions, agencies, or organizations.

(Describe the kinds of oral presentations or briefings you have made, and the audience levels and groups involved.  Describe the nature, scope and complexity of the issues and topics involved. Describe your most difficult or challenging writing assignments.  Describe your contributions to reports, papers, or other written products. Describe your experience participating on panels or at professional meetings and conferences.  Describe your experience in mentoring and developing the technical skills of junior personnel. Provide specific examples and accomplishments which describe the impact you have had as a result of your communication skills.)

5. Demonstrated ability to function as an organization representative and liaison on substantive technical and policy issues, to establish effective work relationships with individuals at all levels, internally and externally to the organization, and to achieve cooperation and consensus among parties engaged in joint or parallel efforts.

(Describe the various types and levels of individuals you routinely interact with and for what purposes. Describe your experience representing your organization before a variety of individuals and your success in achieving organizational goals and objectives. Describe your experience interacting with external entities, both government and non-governmental (e.g., industry, intervener) organizations. Describe your accomplishments in identifying the internal and external policies that impact the work of the organization and developing and implementing successful approaches to discuss and resolve sensitive or adversarial situations/issues. Provide specific examples of developing professional networks with other organizations and situations which required you to use tact, diplomacy and negotiation skills to achieve cooperation and develop consensus, and your accomplishments in building coalitions and effective work relationships. Describe any experience you have at the international level.)