Section Leader Nuclear Training (Operations)

Summary

The Nuclear Training Section Leader plans, coordinates and supervises the daily operation of a group of training instructors responsible for the development and implementation of accredited training programs which improve line performance and meet regulatory requirements.
Accredited training programs are: Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Radiation Protection, Chemistry.

Minimum Requirements

A four year Bachelors degree in Engineering, Applied Science or other job related discipline from an accredited college or university plus four (4) years of nuclear power plant experience in Operations, of which at least one (1) year must be in a Training position; OR, two (2) years in the maintenance and/or implementation of an Institute of Nuclear Power Operations (INPO) accredited nuclear training program or naval nuclear training program; OR, two (2) years in a supervisory position in Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Radiation Protection and/or Chemistry.

In lieu of bachelors degree, combination of college coursework and/or nuclear power plant experience equaling eight (8) years in Operations, of which at least one (1) year must be in a Training position; OR, two (2) years in the maintenance and/or implementation of an INPO accredited training program or naval nuclear training program; OR, two (2) years in a supervisory position in Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Radiation Protection and//or Chemistry.

Selected candidate will be required to obtain a Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) certification with two (2) years. (Meets or exceeds minimum education and experience requirements per Palo Verde Procedure 01DP-0EM08, Appendix A.)

Preferred Special Skills, Knowledge or Qualifications: 

Experience with the Systematic Approach to Training. Experience as a Naval Master Training Specialist. Experience as an accredited training program leader.

Hold/have held a SRO License/Certification.
 

Nuclear requirement:
Any PVGS employee may be called upon to serve as a member of the Emergency Response Organization (ERO) and will be expected to fulfill their obligation as an ERO member. Any PVGS employee may be called upon to support a refueling or short-notice outage. This includes line roles and responsibilities as necessary to execute outage activities. These are conditions of employment at PVGS.

Major Accountabilities

1) Supervises the planning and execution of assigned accredited training program to improve human performance through training and qualification. Ensures industry experience is used to improve program effectiveness.

2) Develops and maintains effective working relationship with internal customers and external regulators at all levels. Works across organizational boundaries to accomplish training department and station goals, review lesson plans, and maintain quality instructional delivery. Resolves operational or technical issues within the functional area.

3) Establishes and monitors short-term work priorities for the team to ensure maximum utilization of staff and resources. Implements approved procedures and policies to ensure compliance with company standards, NRC regulations, INPO accreditation criteria and other codes, standards and regulatory requirements.

4) Manages the hiring, training, salary administration, performance management and safety of team. Enhances instructional/technical capabilities of team members through professional development, coaching and evaluation.

5) Prepares and manages team budget. Monitors expenditures of unit ensuring prudent use of company money and resources.

Export Compliance / EEO Statement

This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, 'U.S. Export Control Laws'). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Generating Stations (PVGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person.

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