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Cbrn Technical Equipment Support

MELE Associates is seeking a full-time employee to perform as a CBRN technical equipment support to support the Department of Homeland Security, Mobile Detection Deployment Unit MDDU in Novato, CA. This position supports the United States Government capability to technical detect chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear CBRN threats across the nation. The MDDU Equipment Support maintains the readiness of CBRN detection equipment and conducts nation-wide technical CBRN detection operations, training, and exercises to augment and train capability of Federal, state, and local law enforcement partners.

This position is contract award dependent. Responsibilities: Duties will include but are not limited to the following.

• Track and maintain care, custody, and control of MDDU equipment.
• Conduct inventories of DHS MDDU property and update computerized tracking information as required.
• Ensure MDDU equipment is repaired, calibrated, and maintained in a ready state for deployment 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year.
• Safely handle, use, transport, and ship radioactive sources following federal regulations.
• Conduct procurements of supplies and equipment following administrative procedures.
• Perform CBRN detection operations with Federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies and stakeholders.
• Perform CBRN "just in time" training with technical detection equipment with Federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies and stakeholders.
• Perform or assist in CBRN technical detection exercises with Federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies and stakeholders.
• Routinely train, acquire, and maintain technical skills and experience, and share job knowledge with other MDDU team members.
• Maintain integrity, good conduct, and the highest level of professionalism during work and outside of work hours.
• Maintain flexibility and adaptability to changing assignments and work schedules.
• Work independently and as a team to meet all MDDU requirements.
• Follow guidance and direction from the MDDU Site Lead Team Leader, Project Manager, client Program Manager, and designated MELE supervisor.
• Initiate, organize, and report on all planning and management taskings.
• Coordinate, initiate, and track the progress of deployments of the assigned MDDUs or equipment.
• Assist/prepare timely after-action reports of MDDU missions.
• Provide oral and written status updates of tasks to the team lead, project manager, or client program manager as required.
• This position requires travel between 50 to 75 percent of the month within the contiguous United States and US territories to support program needs.
• This position requires the safe operation of a truck and 5th wheel trailer.
• Following MDDU guidance documents, federal travel regulations, and Federal Acquisition Regulations.
• Maintain administrative proficiency in preparing accurate and timely travel and procurement expense reports.

Requirements:

• Experience in chemical, biological, radiological and/or nuclear CBRN detection.
• 5 years' experience in radiation detection training and supporting detection operations.
• Knowledgeable in using the following types of representative R/N detection equipment.
• Knowledge of safely using and handling of radioactive sources.
• Knowledge of using auxiliary equipment such as radios.
• Able to perform minor maintenance/upkeep to include battery replacement or adjusting settings.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET level national security clearance and DHS Suitability.
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds of equipment.
• Able to drive a truck and 5th wheel trailer total rig length is 45'.
• Excellent verbal and communications skills.
• Proficient in the use of computers, A/V equipment, Microsoft Office products.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Desired Experience:

• Prior training per 49 CFR 172.704 HAZMAT Training.
• Biological and/or chemical detection experience.
• Radiation Worker training and experience working with radioactive materials.
• Experience driving a dually pick-up truck with fifth wheel trailer.
• Prior experience with DHS CWMD Fleet requirements.

Location: This is a full-time position in Novato, CA, USA dependent on contract award.

Salary: Salaries are determined based on several factors including external market data, internal equity, and the candidate's related knowledge, skills, and abilities for the position. The expected salary range for this position is $130K-$166K.

Benefits MELE Offers:

• Employer-paid employee Medical, Dental and Vision Care.
• Low-Cost Family Health Care offered.
• Federal Holidays and three (3) weeks' vacation.
• 401(k) with Employer Match.
• Cross-training opportunities.

About MELE Associates, Inc.: With over 300 employees and offices in Rockville, MD, Washington, DC, and Albuquerque, NM, MELE is a veteran and minority-owned government contractor empowering its customers with innovative solutions for more than three decades. MELE has team members located across the U.S. and has served more than a hundred countries across hundreds of project locations. The company offers technical, engineering, and programmatic support expertise to a host of U.S. federal and international agencies, including, but not limited to, the Department of Energy, the Department of Defense, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Justice, INTERPOL, and the International Atomic Energy Agency. MELE's services include National Security and Intelligence, CBRNE Defense and Security, Facility Management and Engineering, Law Enforcement and Emergency Response Training, Technical, Analytica, and Program Management Support, and IT/Cybersecurity. MELE Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. MELE Associates, Inc. is an E-Verify employer.