Emergency Management/Response Specialist 1 or 2, Explosives Operations

$48,000 - $90,000/Yr

Los Alamos National Laboratory - Los Alamos, NM

Full-time - Entry Level

Los Alamos, NM

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Emergency Management/Response Specialist position at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a critical role within the Emergency Response Group, which is dedicated to supporting emergency response activities related to various incidents, including chemical spills, radiation contamination, and other hazardous situations. This position can be filled at either the Specialist 1 or Specialist 2 level, depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. The primary mission of the Emergency Response Group is to ensure preparedness and effective response to emergencies, which includes training, capability development, and equipment maintenance. As a member of the Explosives Operations section, you will be part of a close-knit team that plays a vital role in managing explosive hazards and supporting emergency response scenarios. Your responsibilities will include identifying and investigating explosive hazards, providing support for hazardous materials scenarios, and assisting in the coordination and maintenance of training facilities. The role requires a proactive approach to emergency management, with a focus on dynamic and fast-paced environments where quick decision-making is essential. For those hired at the Specialist 2 level, additional responsibilities will include conducting explosive operations during training events and emergency responses, presenting training courses to both internal and external personnel, and achieving certification as a LANL HE Handler and Firing Site Leader within the first year of employment. This position is integral to the safety and effectiveness of emergency response operations at LANL, contributing to national and international emergency response programs involving nuclear, radiological, and biological incidents.

Responsibilities

• Identify and investigate a broad range of explosive hazards and issues.
• Provide support for scenarios involving hazardous materials and evaluate hazardous environments.
• Assist in responding to incidents and emergencies related to nuclear and high-hazard spills and/or reactions and/or explosives.
• Assist in the coordination, maintenance, and conduct of EM-RESP training facilities.
• Conduct explosive operations related to training events and emergency response operations (for Specialist 2).
• Provide/present training courses to personnel internal to LANL and external customers (for Specialist 2).
• Become a LANL HE Handler and Firing Site Leader within 1 year of accepting the position (for Specialist 2).

Requirements

• Experience in emergency management or response operations.
• Knowledge of explosive materials and hazards.
• Ability to work in dynamic and fast-paced environments.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience in training and capability development (preferred for Specialist 2).
• Ability to present training courses (preferred for Specialist 2).

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with nuclear, radiological, and biological incident response.
• Certification in hazardous materials handling.
• Previous experience in a leadership role within emergency response.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Support for ongoing education and skill development.