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Get Access To All JobsThe State of Connecticut, Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is recruiting an Environmental Protection Radiation Control Physicist to work within the Radioactive Materials Unit of DEEP's Radiation Division in Hartford, Connecticut.
What We Can Offer You
NEW: Visit our State Employee Benefits Overview page!
Professional growth and development opportunities.
* A healthy work/life balance to all employees.
Our state has a lot to offer - from fun activities for all ages, to great food and shopping, to beautiful state parks and forests, to our diverse cultures and rich history. Connecticut is a great place to live! Learn more about Connecticut here.
Position Highlights
The Radiation Division sets standards for the safe possession, use, storage, transportation, and disposal of radioactive materials and radiation generating equipment. The Division inspects facilities that use radioactive materials, x-ray machines and other radiation producing equipment and is responsible for responding to reports of accidents and incidents involving radioactive materials.
This role is responsible for independently performing licensing, inspections, incident response, and environmental studies where radioactive material and other sources of ionizing radiation are used to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations as well as developing and implementing enforcement actions resulting from violations at facilities that utilize ionizing radiation.
About us
At the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), we are dedicated to conserving, improving and protecting our natural resources and the environment - and increasing the availability of cheaper, cleaner and more reliable energy.
The Radiation Division ensures the safe and secure possession, use, transportation, and disposal of radioactive material and radiation producing machinery and responds to incidents involving radioactive material and fixed nuclear facilities. The Radioactive Materials unit is responsible for the Agreement State program, field operations and emergency response.
The Agreement State Program is responsible for licensing and inspection of facilities using radioactive material. The unit ensures materials are operated in compliance with Connecticut regulations and the National Materials Program to ensure radiation exposures to the general public and employees are maintained at safe levels and adverse impacts to the environment are minimized.
Selection Plan
FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:
Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Toolkit for additional support throughout the recruitment process.
BEFORE YOU APPLY:
Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.
Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.
Note:* The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.
AFTER YOU APPLY:
Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates—such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links—please check your Personal Status Board regularly. For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board and select “Update My Contact Information.”
Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).
Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!
Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.
The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
This employer may participate in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm work authorization.
QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:
Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Mackenzie Robinson at Mackenzie.Robinson@ct.gov.
Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in inspection surveys and complex field studies pertaining to the control of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation and radiological wastes and responding to incidents and accidents involving sources of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Performs detailed environmental studies at places of employment to determine whether workers are exposed to injurious amounts of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation;
Recommends corrective measures where necessary;
Schedules and plans periodic repeat inspections to ensure compliance;
Performs related laboratory work;
Consults with and advises users, possessors, and manufacturers of ionizing radiation-producing equipment and ionizing radiation-emitting materials on cooperative monitoring and control programs;
Consults and cooperates with other state, interstate, and federal agencies on matters pertaining to radiation control;
Keeps informed on the latest technological developments in radiation control and related fields;
Collects and disseminates information relating to the recognition, evaluation, and control of occupational health hazards presented by manufacturers and users;
Prepares reports as required;
Investigates complaints concerning occupational exposure to ionizing and non-ionizing radiation;
Conducts complex investigations, surveys, and studies pertaining to control of radiological wastes;
Performs detailed radiation monitoring tests of air, water, and other materials to establish background data for the appraisal of effects produced by new radiation facilities;
Maintains and calibrates radiation detection equipment to assure proper working order;
Organizes programs of sampling and surveillance of the discharges of establishments using radioactive materials;
Devises and maintains response plans for action in case of a radiological transportation accident;
Inspects sources and effects of non-ionizing radiation emitting devices and installations;
May speak before lay and professional groups;
Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Considerable knowledge of the principles of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation and its measurement;
Knowledge of
+ health and accident hazards associated with ionizing and non-ionizing radiation on exposed human beings;
+ radiation detecting instruments;
+ state, federal, and interstate regulations and codes relating to ionizing and non-ionizing radiation;
Skills
+ interpersonal skills;
+ oral and written communication skills;
+ in the use and calibration of radiation detecting instruments;
Ability to
+ recognize, evaluate, and control hazardous environmental contamination by ionizing radiation and radioactive substances;
+ utilize computer software.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Six (6) years of experience in the recognition, evaluation and/or control of potential occupational or environmental health hazards involving the use, manufacture, possession, transportation or disposal of sources of ionizing or non-ionizing radiation or radioactive substances.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
College training in radiation science, physics, physical science, biological science or nuclear engineering may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
A Master's degree in radiation science, physics, physical science, biological science or nuclear engineering may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience, course work or training in radiation protection principles and practices.
Experience using handheld field instruments to detect and identify radioactive material and contamination.
Experience working independently as well as part of a team, including experience with written and oral communication skills.
Experience communicating information pertaining to health physics and state and federal radiation protection programs to the regulated community, state and federal agencies, non-governmental organizations, or the general public.
Experience interpreting and administering state and federal radiation control laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, including inspection, licensing, and enforcement activities pertaining to radioactive materials or other sources of ionizing radiation.
Experience responding to incidents involving radioactive material.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
During employment in this class, incumbents will be required to receive and retain approval for unescorted access to nuclear facilities.
Incumbents in this class are required to meet medical requirements and maintain qualification for respiratory protection.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Incumbent may have significant exposure to ionizing radiation, toxic chemicals, and fumes.
The State of Connecticut, Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is recruiting an Environmental Protection Radiation Control Physicist to work within the Radioactive Materials Unit of DEEP's Radiation Division in Hartford, Connecticut.
What We Can Offer You
NEW: Visit our State Employee Benefits Overview page!
Professional growth and development opportunities.
* A healthy work/life balance to all employees.
Our state has a lot to offer - from fun activities for all ages, to great food and shopping, to beautiful state parks and forests, to our diverse cultures and rich history. Connecticut is a great place to live! Learn more about Connecticut here.
Position Highlights
The Radiation Division sets standards for the safe possession, use, storage, transportation, and disposal of radioactive materials and radiation generating equipment. The Division inspects facilities that use radioactive materials, x-ray machines and other radiation producing equipment and is responsible for responding to reports of accidents and incidents involving radioactive materials.
This role is responsible for independently performing licensing, inspections, incident response, and environmental studies where radioactive material and other sources of ionizing radiation are used to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations as well as developing and implementing enforcement actions resulting from violations at facilities that utilize ionizing radiation.
About us
At the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), we are dedicated to conserving, improving and protecting our natural resources and the environment - and increasing the availability of cheaper, cleaner and more reliable energy.
The Radiation Division ensures the safe and secure possession, use, transportation, and disposal of radioactive material and radiation producing machinery and responds to incidents involving radioactive material and fixed nuclear facilities. The Radioactive Materials unit is responsible for the Agreement State program, field operations and emergency response.
The Agreement State Program is responsible for licensing and inspection of facilities using radioactive material. The unit ensures materials are operated in compliance with Connecticut regulations and the National Materials Program to ensure radiation exposures to the general public and employees are maintained at safe levels and adverse impacts to the environment are minimized.
Selection Plan
FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:
Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Toolkit for additional support throughout the recruitment process.
BEFORE YOU APPLY:
Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.
Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.
Note:* The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.
AFTER YOU APPLY:
Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates—such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links—please check your Personal Status Board regularly. For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board and select “Update My Contact Information.”
Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).
Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!
Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.
The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
This employer may participate in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm work authorization.
QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:
Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Mackenzie Robinson at Mackenzie.Robinson@ct.gov.
Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in inspection surveys and complex field studies pertaining to the control of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation and radiological wastes and responding to incidents and accidents involving sources of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Performs detailed environmental studies at places of employment to determine whether workers are exposed to injurious amounts of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation;
Recommends corrective measures where necessary;
Schedules and plans periodic repeat inspections to ensure compliance;
Performs related laboratory work;
Consults with and advises users, possessors, and manufacturers of ionizing radiation-producing equipment and ionizing radiation-emitting materials on cooperative monitoring and control programs;
Consults and cooperates with other state, interstate, and federal agencies on matters pertaining to radiation control;
Keeps informed on the latest technological developments in radiation control and related fields;
Collects and disseminates information relating to the recognition, evaluation, and control of occupational health hazards presented by manufacturers and users;
Prepares reports as required;
Investigates complaints concerning occupational exposure to ionizing and non-ionizing radiation;
Conducts complex investigations, surveys, and studies pertaining to control of radiological wastes;
Performs detailed radiation monitoring tests of air, water, and other materials to establish background data for the appraisal of effects produced by new radiation facilities;
Maintains and calibrates radiation detection equipment to assure proper working order;
Organizes programs of sampling and surveillance of the discharges of establishments using radioactive materials;
Devises and maintains response plans for action in case of a radiological transportation accident;
Inspects sources and effects of non-ionizing radiation emitting devices and installations;
May speak before lay and professional groups;
Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Considerable knowledge of the principles of ionizing and non-ionizing radiation and its measurement;
Knowledge of
+ health and accident hazards associated with ionizing and non-ionizing radiation on exposed human beings;
+ radiation detecting instruments;
+ state, federal, and interstate regulations and codes relating to ionizing and non-ionizing radiation;
Skills
+ interpersonal skills;
+ oral and written communication skills;
+ in the use and calibration of radiation detecting instruments;
Ability to
+ recognize, evaluate, and control hazardous environmental contamination by ionizing radiation and radioactive substances;
+ utilize computer software.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Six (6) years of experience in the recognition, evaluation and/or control of potential occupational or environmental health hazards involving the use, manufacture, possession, transportation or disposal of sources of ionizing or non-ionizing radiation or radioactive substances.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
College training in radiation science, physics, physical science, biological science or nuclear engineering may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
A Master's degree in radiation science, physics, physical science, biological science or nuclear engineering may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience, course work or training in radiation protection principles and practices.
Experience using handheld field instruments to detect and identify radioactive material and contamination.
Experience working independently as well as part of a team, including experience with written and oral communication skills.
Experience communicating information pertaining to health physics and state and federal radiation protection programs to the regulated community, state and federal agencies, non-governmental organizations, or the general public.
Experience interpreting and administering state and federal radiation control laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, including inspection, licensing, and enforcement activities pertaining to radioactive materials or other sources of ionizing radiation.
Experience responding to incidents involving radioactive material.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.
During employment in this class, incumbents will be required to receive and retain approval for unescorted access to nuclear facilities.
Incumbents in this class are required to meet medical requirements and maintain qualification for respiratory protection.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Incumbent may have significant exposure to ionizing radiation, toxic chemicals, and fumes.
H-1B Government Job Roles in Connecticut
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Search Government Jobs in ConnecticutGovernment H-1B Sponsorship Jobs in Connecticut: Frequently Asked Questions
Which government employers in Connecticut sponsor H-1B visas?
Connecticut's most active government-sector H-1B visa sponsors include the University of Connecticut, Yale University (for its public health and research programs), Connecticut state agencies in IT and public health, and federally affiliated institutions like the Yale New Haven Health System. Municipal governments and regional transit authorities occasionally sponsor H-1B workers for specialized technical roles as well.
Which cities in Connecticut have the most government H-1B sponsorship jobs?
Hartford leads as Connecticut's government employment center, housing the majority of state agency offices and IT departments. New Haven follows closely, driven by Yale's research and public health operations. Storrs, home to the University of Connecticut's main campus, is another consistent source of government-affiliated H-1B roles. Stamford and Bridgeport see smaller but steady activity in municipal and regional government positions.
What types of government roles in Connecticut typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
H-1B sponsorship in Connecticut's government sector most commonly applies to roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field, including software engineers and IT specialists within state agencies, public health analysts, biostatisticians, environmental engineers, and research scientists at public universities. General administrative positions rarely qualify because they don't consistently require a degree in a specific specialty field.
How do I find government H-1B sponsorship jobs in Connecticut?
Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for government H-1B sponsorship jobs in Connecticut, showing verified sponsoring employers and open roles in one place. Because government agencies don't always advertise sponsorship willingness prominently, using a platform built around visa sponsorship data helps narrow your search to employers who have an active history of filing H-1B petitions for government-sector positions in the state.
Are there any Connecticut-specific considerations for H-1B sponsorship in the government sector?
Connecticut public universities operate as cap-exempt H-1B employers, meaning they can file petitions year-round without being subject to the annual lottery. State and municipal agencies are cap-subject unless affiliated with a qualifying nonprofit research institution. This distinction matters significantly for timing: a role at the University of Connecticut can be filed any time, while a state IT agency role must clear the annual cap selection process.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B government jobs in Connecticut?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.