Director of Regulatory Affairs

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in District of Columbia, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Assist in the development, execution, and ongoing enhancement of radiation safety, environmental compliance, and occupational health and safety initiatives.

• Prepare, submit, and monitor license applications, amendments, and associated regulatory documents as well as manage licenses.

• Facilitate coordination and negotiations with the US NRC, Agreement State agencies, BLM, and state mining regulators.

• Collaborate with state and federal agencies to ensure prompt responses, approvals, and adherence to compliance standards.

• Act as a radiation safety officer for at least one DISA license.

• Oversee scheduling for licensing and compliance milestones.

• Provide concise updates to leadership regarding project progress, potential risks, and changes in regulations.

• Work alongside technical teams to verify data and ensure site characterization aligns with future licensing, contracting, and investment strategies.

• Develop and conduct internal training sessions while maintaining personal safety training obligations.

• Support DISA’s operations related to uranium remediation, recycling, permitting, licensing, and environmental compliance.

• Adhere to all policies and procedures instituted by DISA.

• Assist with any other tasks as directed by the immediate supervisor.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering, Health Physics, or a related discipline is required.

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in permitting, licensing, compliance, or project management in uranium mining/milling or similar sectors is essential.

• Experience in interpreting and applying NRC or Agreement States regulations is mandatory.

• Proven experience with radioactive materials licenses, mining permits, and federal and state regulatory compliance programs.

• Familiarity with interfacing with NRC, DOE, EPA, and state regulatory agencies is required.

• Experience in supporting environmental assessments, corrective action programs, and uranium-related operations is preferred.

• Experience, education, and training must align with the criteria for a radiation safety officer as outlined in Regulatory Guide 8.31.

• Proficient in conducting radiation surveys, including contamination, personnel, and equipment release evaluations.

• Strong understanding of NRC regulations, federal environmental laws, radiation safety standards, and industrial compliance frameworks.

• Ability to interpret regulatory requirements and convert them into practical licensing strategies.

• Familiarity with the use of RESRAD and MILDOS is advantageous.

• Demonstrated leadership and management skills, with experience in supervising, mentoring, and developing teams focused on technical and compliance aspects.

• Highly skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Technically adept and quick to learn new software applications.

• Proven capability to manage complex projects involving multiple stakeholders.

• Ability to adhere to safety protocols and uphold compliance with MSHA and company safety regulations.

• Must be a U.S. citizen or legally authorized to work in the United States.

• Must hold a valid driver’s license with an exemplary driving record.

• Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• 401k Matching up to 4%

• Excellent Healthcare Benefits

• Work Schedule: M-T (7:30am - 5:30pm) and Fri (7:30am to 11:30am)

• Bonus Pool

• PTO

• Paid Holidays