Administrator of Division of Planning

Announcement Number: 1673552211

JOE LOMBARDO
Governor
STATE OF NEVADA FRED DILGER
Executive Director
OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR
AGENCY FOR NUCLEAR PROJECTS
1761 E. College Parkway, Suite 118
Carson City, NV 89706-7954
Telephone (775) 687-3744
E-mail: nwpo@anp.nv.gov
UNCLASSIFIED JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Posted January 7, 2025
ADMINISTRATOR OF DIVISION OF PLANNING
Agency for Nuclear Projects
Recruitment Open To:
This is an open competitive recruitment, open to all qualified applicants. This position is an
unclassified full-time position within the Office of the Governor, Agency for Nuclear Projects.
APPROXIMATE Annual Salary:
$148,340 plus benefits. *Salary range reflects retirement (PERS) contributions by both the employee
and employer. An employer paid contribution plan is also available with a reduced gross salary.
Benefits:
The State benefits package includes retirement, paid health, vision, dental, life and disability
insurance; 12 paid holidays, and paid sick and annual leave. Other employee paid benefits such
as deferred compensation plans are available.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
This position reports directly to the Executive Director of the Agency for Nuclear Projects.
The Administrator of the Division of Planning is responsible for duties pursuant to Nevada
Revised Statue (NRS) 459.0098. The Division Administrator coordinates activities between the
Agency for Nuclear Projects, political subdivisions of the State and affected state agencies. This
position is responsible for disseminating information to the State, interested political
subdivisions of the State, or any agency of either, and members of the public regarding
radioactive waste. The Division Administrator studies the effects of a facility for the disposal of
radioactive waste upon transportation, as well as the social and economic conditions in the State
of Nevada, and assesses the means of mitigating the adverse effects of a facility for the disposal
of radioactive waste and related activities. The Division Administrator will also perform any
other duties assigned by the Executive Director.
TO QUALIFY;
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: (Please ensure this is reflected on your resume):
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant discipline;
• Experience with programs dealing with nuclear waste disposal management;
• A minimum of five years of administrative experience;
• Knowledge of the federal high-level radioactive waste management program in general
and specifically the proposed Yucca Mountain repository program;
• Experience with State of Nevada and local governmental agencies;
SPECIAL NOTE:
Applicants for this position are required to disclose any relationships (past or present) with any
U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) departments, contractors, or subcontractors. Applicants must
also disclose any relationships (past or present) with entities associated with the commercial
nuclear power industry, the Nuclear Energy Institute, and other nuclear industry-related
organizations, interest groups, etc. Applicants with current or past contractual or other ties to the
DOE, Office of Civilian Radioactive Waste Management (OCRWM); DOE's Yucca Mountain
Site Characterization Office (YMSCO); DOE's Office of Nuclear Energy; the U.S. Nuclear
Regulatory Commission (NRC); or any firm/organization that performs or has performed work
related to the DOE License Application for the proposed Yucca Mountain repository must
disclose this information.
Because of ongoing litigation related to the NRC's Yucca Mountain licensing proceeding,
applicants are also required to disclose any past or present relationships with the State of
Washington; State of South Carolina; Aiken County, SC; Nye County, NV; the National
Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners; and any other party associated with petitioners
in any litigation involving the Yucca Mountain issue.
The Agency will review such relationships to determine if potential conflicts of interest exist.
Decisions as to whether or not conflicts of interest exist will be made solely by the Agency.
The ideal candidate will possess:
• General management skills, familiarity with the laws and requirements relating to
radioactive waste management and disposal, knowledge of relevant disciplines, including
hazardous and radioactive materials transportation impact assessment and evaluation,
socioeconomic impact assessment, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
applications and practice with respect to nuclear materials facilities and transportation,
and related subjects and disciplines.
• Demonstrated experience and capabilities in planning and overseeing impact assessment
and related studies and activities and experience managing contractors and experts in
socioeconomic and transportation related studies and activities.
• Knowledge of and familiarity with the state of Nevada and its political subdivisions.
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
• Overseeing and managing the day-to-day operations of the Division;
• Supervising Division staff and contractors;
• Participating with the Executive Director and the Technical Division Administrator in the
NRC Yucca Mountain licensing proceeding and related activities;
• Planning socioeconomic impact assessment, monitoring and related activities needed to
evaluate the effects of a nuclear waste repository and related activities on the State;
• Planning transportation analyses and assessments needed to evaluate impacts associated
with nuclear waste transportation in the State;
• Developing, executing and managing contracts needed to implement Planning Division
studies and other activities;
• Developing and implementing public information programs and related activities;
• Coordinating Planning Division activities with the Agency's Technical Division, as
appropriate;
• Carrying out general planning functions required by the Agency;
• Monitoring Department of Energy socioeconomic and transportation activities,
commenting on and evaluating DOE reports, plans and related materials as necessary and
appropriate;
• Maintaining ongoing contact with local governments and Indian Tribes in the State and
coordinating state/local/tribal activities;
• Carrying out other activities needed to accomplish the mission of the Planning Division.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: This position requires mobility to work in a typical office setting and
use standard office equipment; and travel to various locales in Nevada and outside the State.
Position Location: Las Vegas, Nevada. Travel required. Must obtain and maintain a
valid Nevada driver's license.
RESUMES WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED:
(All resumes will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. Hiring may occur at any time
during the recruitment process.)
Please send a cover letter, resume and three references to:
Agency for Nuclear Projects
1761 E. College Parkway, Suite 118
Carson City, NV 89706
(775) 687-3744
or email to: nwpo@anp.nv.gov
In subject line please reference: Administrator of Division of Planning Programs
The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive,
and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and
enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national
origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

Closing Date/Time: Until recruitment needs are satisfied

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