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Tennessee Valley Authority Senior Manager, Nuclear Emergency Preparedness - 518386 in CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee
Senior Manager, Nuclear Emergency Preparedness - 518386
Job ID:518386Location:CHATTANOOGA, TNRegular/Temporary:Regular
External - Posting Description
Senior Manager, Nuclear Emergency Preparedness - 518386
Organization: Nuclear Power Group
Department: Nuclear Regulatory Affairs & Emergency Preparedness
Work Location: Chattanooga, TN
Relocation: Relocation benefits are offered for this position and will be aligned with federal travel regulations.
Posting Open: 04/11/2026
Posting Close: 04/19/2026 11:59 PM EST
Salary: Competitive
Position Purpose
Directs the management of the Emergency Preparedness (EP) organization which provides technical direction, support, and oversight for NPG’s Emergency Preparedness Programs, as well as directly implementing responsible offsite activities in support of these programs. Interfaces with industry and regulatory groups regarding program activities and issues. Interfaces with state and local governments that provide support to and/or have a vested interest in NPG’s emergency preparedness program. Ensures that managed activities are conducted in accordance with appropriate regulations, TVA commitments, policies, and procedures.
Job Dimensions
Supervisory Responsibility— Is responsible for supervising: Supervisor and 4 managers dedicated to the Emergency Preparedness functions such as Site EP, EP Program Planning & Implementation, Emergency Preparedness Systems, and State and Local EP Programs. Fleet CFAM for Emergency Preparedness with GOES responsibilities for all sites.
Budget Responsibility— In addition, has responsibility for the development and management of a departmental budget, including contracts with outside agencies providing EP support services. ($9M per year)
Principal Accountabilities
Manages the development and implementation of the Emergency Preparedness (EP) Program for Nuclear Power as required by Federal Regulations to operate a nuclear facility.
Manages the development, implementation, and maintenance of the responsible corporate aspects of these programs.
Establishes NPG policy and provide strategic guidance in the areas of Emergency Preparedness.
Ensures an emergency preparedness program is being effectively managed, maintained, and implemented throughout NPG. This includes direct implementation of all offsite aspects of the EP program.
Manages/directs the maintenance and operability of EP emergency systems. This includes the prompt notification systems, MET (Meteorological) towers, offsite radiological monitors, and thermal compliance monitors at each site.
Manages the establishment and maintenance of all contracts and agreements required to support Emergency Preparedness activities.
Provides routine interface with state, local, and federal agencies that support the Emergency Preparedness Program to ensure services are meeting program requirements.
Manages and provides technical direction and interfaces with NRC, FEMA, INPO, State, Local, and industry regarding NPG’s Emergency Preparedness Program.
Provides management/oversight of Site Emergency Preparedness.
Responsible to provide governance by setting NPG technical policies, principles and rules that establish the expectations for high standards of performance consistent with industry best standards and performance.
Responsible to provide oversight by monitoring work and performance results to ensure desired outcomes are met.
Responsible to support the plants by making additional resources available as needed to support emerging issues and augment special projects.
Ensures programmatic reviews of the EP program (onsite and offsite) are conducted as required.
Ensures the Agency Emergency Response Plan (AERP) is maintained.
Ensures the NPG Continuity of Operations Plan is maintained.
Ensures corrective actions are developed and implemented such that items identified by the NRC, INPO, QA, self-assessments, etc. are resolved.
Minimum Requirements
Education– Bachelor’s degree in an engineering, technical or scientific field of study; or equivalent education, training & experience.
Experience– Ten or more years of experience in the area of emergency preparedness programs including seven years of progressively responsible expertise in managing people and programs.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities— Familiarity with nuclear power plant design and construction, operations, maintenance, and operations support preferred. Candidate may be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance based on position / access requirements and essential job functions.
Equal Employment Opportunity
TVA is an Equal Opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities. Any applicant or employee who believes s/he has a discrimination claim (including harassment or retaliation) must contact TVA’s Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days of the event or action s/he believes to constitute discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.
Drug-Free Workplace
All TVA Non-Nuclear employees are covered by TVA's Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program Plan, in accordance with Executive Order 12564, Public Law 100-71 and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing. Information regarding the Drug Free Workplace Program can be found at www.samhsa.gov/workplace . TVA Non-Nuclear employees in Testing Designated Positions, including those performing safety-sensitive duties are also subject to random drug testing. TVA Nuclear employees are subject to random alcohol and drug tests in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26 as mandated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).
How to Claim Vet Preference
If you are requesting to be considered as a preference-eligible veteran as outlined in the application process, you must submit your military documents before the posting close date indicated above. Be sure to include all supporting documentation: Form DD214 (member 2 or member 4 copy), a Veterans Disability Rating Letter from the VA (if applicable), and a completed form TVA 3595. If you will not get your DD214 until you are separated or retired, you can request a Statement of Service through your military personnel office. The Statement of Service must list your dates of military service, character of service, expected date of separation and any service-connected disability rating that you have been awarded from your branch of military service. Please submit your military documents each time you apply for a position.
How to Submit Documentation:
Upload documents in Step 7 of the application process.
Email documents to[email protected]
More information about preference eligibility and a link to form TVA 3595, can be found athttps://www.tva.gov/Careers/Claiming-Veteran-Preference. If you have a question about preference eligibility, please email [email protected] .
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