MFC Reactors Senior Division Director - Idaho National Laboratory

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Materials and Fuels Complex (MFC) Reactors Division Director to work at our MFC Complex. Our team works a 4x10 schedule located out of our MFC Desert facility with every Friday off.

The MFC Reactor Division Director enables and accelerates the demonstration, testing, and deployment of advanced reactors.  Leads teams that operate the Transient Reactor Test (TREAT) facility and the Neutron Radiography Reactor (NRAD).

You will oversee the strategic direction, leadership, and management of all operational activities across MFC.  Ensures facilities are operating within their defined safety basis for safe and consistent operations to achieve successful implementation and delivery of research focused on nuclear energy, science, and technology.

Responsibilities Include:

• Develop all aspects of a nuclear management program to operate advanced reactors being built at INL as part of the National Reactor Innovation Center (NRIC).
• Be primary Conduct of Operations advisor to the MFC Associate Laboratory Director.
• Responsible to proactively provide recommendations to MFC leadership team and operational personnel to ensure consistent management and compliance to Conduct of Operations regulations in all nuclear and radiological facilities.
• Set operational standards and provide final qualification approval for all MFC nuclear operations facility leadership team members.
• Evaluates operational events and provides guidance to nuclear and radiological facility leadership to provide an integrated complex response.
• Key interface with DOE-ID site office regarding event response and conduct of operation improvement efforts.
• Implement a scientific and operational strategy for TREAT and NRAD that effectively supports MFC goals for research outcomes, operational excellence, and execution of the mission in a safe, secure, and compliant manner.
• Provide line management direction including supervision of department managers, salary planning, staffing, employee relations and performance management.
• Manage budget of $50M.

Minimum Requirements: 

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with an Engineering degree preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of leadership experience managing nuclear facilities, with experience in operations, engineering or safety analysis.
• Extensive knowledge of nuclear conduct of operations, nuclear system engineering, nuclear quality assurance and nuclear safety analysis is desirable.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "Q" clearance, which requires US Citizenship. 

Job Information: 

• The target pay range for this position is $211,751.00 - $304.369.00 annually.  The full pay range is $140,460.00 - $386,244.00. At Idaho National Laboratory compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• You are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education Program (tuition assistance)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy’s mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,000 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation’s nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.

INL Mission
Our mission is to discover, demonstrate and secure innovative nuclear energy solutions, other clean energy options and critical infrastructure.

INL Vision
Our vision is to change the world’s energy future and secure our nation’s critical infrastructure.

Selective Service Requirements
To be eligible for employment at INL males born after December 31, 1959 must have registered with the Selective Service System (SSS). For more information see www.sss.gov.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of INL to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Women and People of Color are strongly encouraged to apply. 

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