Superintendent - Nuclear Training

Job Summary

Manages the execution of the training programs at the Fermi nuclear station. Provides overall strategic direction, planning and performance of training functions to ensure achievement of budget goals and effective integration of training into plant maintenance and operations. Responsible for interfacing with regulatory agencies on training related matters. Primary inter-face with the line managers. Responsible for training oversight as member of the Training Program Review Committees. Span of Control: Approximately 3-5 direct reports.

Key Accountabilities

• Oversees implementation and execution of station nuclear training programs, training self-assessments, accreditation renewal, learning systems management and process effectiveness.
• Provides leadership and strategic direction and planning for station nuclear training programs.
• Actively monitors commitments to outside regulatory organizations such as state and federal regulators.
• Solicits line manager involvement when accreditation or other training commitments or needs are not being fulfilled.
• Develops training programs and personnel training status reports for line managers and assists line managers in the identification and resolution of human performance issues.
• Ensures training facilities and equipment are procured and maintained to support required training activities. This may include the simulator software and hardware maintenance, modification and fidelity programs to ensure they comply with NRC requirements.
• Manages the training portions of the site modification program to ensure all plant modifications are analyzed and associated training actions completed prior to site implementation.
• Responsible for overseeing the implementation of the accredited nuclear training programs. Ensures these programs continue to meet the accreditation objectives and criteria established by the National Academy of Nuclear Training and the requirements specified by the Code of Federal Regulations (10 CFR 50.120).
• Oversees the implementation of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) regulations relative to the operator training programs. This includes overseeing the development and implementation of the licensed operator examinations per NRC guidance (NUREG 1021).
• Regularly observes and evaluates training in all instructional settings. Ensures actions are taken to promote strengths and correct identified deficiencies.
• Responsible for the identification and development of new programs and initiatives, corporate goals, business plan actions and works with the line organization to identify performance deficiencies. Ensures training programs are aligned to support station priorities and performance needs.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED) and ten years of experience in Nuclear power industry inclusive of five years with implementation of training program using the systematic approach to training (SAT) process in related field and three years of supervisor experience, OR
• Bachelor’s degree in science/engineering/education with six years of industry related experience inclusive of three years of experience with implementation of training programs using the systematic approach to training (SAT) process and two years of supervisor experience.

• Discipline Based Qualifications

o Superintendent, Operations Training

• Three years of experience with implementation of licensed operator training programs using the systematic approach to training (SAT) process.
• Must have a current or previous Senior Reactor Operator License or Certification at a BWR or PWR nuclear Plant.

o Superintendent, Maintenance and Technical Training

• Five years in a technical discipline field such as Mechanical, Electrical, Instrument Controls, Radiological Protection, Chemistry, or Engineering.

o Superintendent, Training Support

• Five years in a technical discipline field such as Mechanical, Electrical, Instrument Controls, Radiological Protection, Chemistry, or Engineering, OR
• Three years of experience with implementation of licensed operator training programs using the systematic approach to training (SAT) process, OR
• Five years of experience with implementation of non-accredited training programs using the systematic approach to training (SAT) process.  

Other Qualifications

Preferred: 
o Experience in supervisory position overseeing training programs meeting the accreditation objectives and criteria established by the National Academy of Nuclear Training and the requirements specified by the Code of Federal Regulations (10 CFR 50.120).

Other Requirements:
o Passes all phases of hiring requirements, including background investigation, psychological screening, appropriate radiation worker/respiratory training, and medical physical (i.e., is medically certifiable to perform required work)
o Passes drug and alcohol screening requirements

Additional Information

Incumbents may engage in all or some combination of the activities and accountabilities and utilize a variety of the competencies cited in this description depending upon the organization and role to which they are assigned. This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents in this job. It is not intended as an all-inclusive list of accountabilities or responsibilities, nor is it intended to limit the rights of supervisors or management representatives to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.