This recruitment is Open Continuous. Application review will be ongoing with first review on November 20, 2023. The hiring authority reserves the right to make a hiring decision and/or to close the recruitment at any time. 

Currently hiring TWO Radiation Health Physicists 2 (RHP2).

Make a difference. 

The Office of Radiation Protection (ORP) is working to ensure the public is protected from harmful effects and unnecessary exposure to ionizing radiation.

This position links to the organizational mission to protect public health in three ways.

• Identify, track and remove radiation hazards.
• Review requests for radioactive materials uses.
• Assure licensee compliance with the radiation safety rules and license conditions.

This is a full-time, permanent Radiation Health Physicist 2 (RHP2) position working out of the Tumwater, WA duty station. Telework (mobile work) is currently expected, it is anticipated that the incumbent would be expected to be at the Tumwater duty station for work activities 1-2 days quarterly, and fieldwork is expected 3-4 days a month.

Work that matters

Public health promotes and protects the health of all people in the state of Washington, in the communities where they live, learn, work, and play. We understand that our efforts to achieve more equitable health outcomes for the communities we serve begin with our ability to operationalize and institutionalize equity throughout our internal policies, systems, and practices. 

About DOH

Join the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to safeguarding public health. As a frontline defender of our communities, DOH collaborates with partners around the clock to impact the lives of every Washingtonian and visitor. We’re not just an organization; we’re a catalyst for change, guided by our core values of Equity, Innovation, and Engagement. Our Transformational Plan for the future of Washington’s health is in motion, and we invite you to make a meaningful impact on the well-being of the state by joining us in this exciting journey. Your work at DOH truly matters.

Why DOH  

We are dedicated to your work-life harmony and offer one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation, designed to support your lifestyle. To learn more about “Why DOH”, visit Work@Health.   

Our Ideal Candidate 

Has a driving passion for the work, brings humility to their job and interactions, and understand how their actions affect others. They see the needs and objectives of others and take them into account while achieving their objectives, and they adapt their approach and expectations accordingly. They demonstrate resilience and outward behaviors even when confronted with others who are not open or collaborative. 

Required Qualifications 

Experience defined below may have been gained through paid or unpaid activities. Please ensure any relevant experience defined below is outlined in your cover letter, resume, and/or applicant profile. 

Option 1: One year as a Radiation Health Physicist 1 

OR

Option 2:  Two (2) years in an official radiation control program.

NOTE: An official radiation control program is a radiation control program that is large enough to devote full-time staff to the review and control of the use of ionizing radiation with the intent of limiting and reducing human exposure to radiation.

Computer Skills:  Experience should include practical skills in MS Excel for spreadsheet tasks, database management, MS Word for document creation and formatting, and Microsoft Outlook or similar email systems for electronic correspondence.

Desired Qualifications  

• A Bachelor's degree in radiological health, radiation safety, health physics, or related field.
• Experience with federal (NRC Regulations) and state (chapter 246) radioactive material requirements. 
• Experience with radioactive licensees within any NRC Agreement State.