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Temporary Licensing Technical Specialist

Brownville, NE, US, 68321-0098

Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) has an immediate opening for a Temporary Licensing Technical Specialist located at Cooper Nuclear Station in Brownville, Nebraska.  Position closes February 8, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Central Time. 

 

Position Summary

To temporarily provide operations interface support, administration and coordination of licensing performance improvment projects/initiatves, maintenance of licensing procedures and programs, and resolution of operational and regulatory issues, in order to provide effective support for the safe and efficient operation of Cooper Nuclear Station.

Education, Training and Experience

Bachelor's degree preferred in Engineering and/or 20 years of nuclear power plant experience. 10 years of power plant experience at Cooper Nuclear Station with a minimum of 7 years of Licensing experience.

Licenses and/or Certifications

Previous Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) required.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Provide operational experience for Licensing improvement projects.  Must be able to research, interpret, and translate technical information associated with the technical design basis or regulatory licensing basis of a nuclear facility, to station procedures and processes.

 

Interface with, and provide resolutions to operational and reportability related to issues various regulatory agencies.

 

Perform apparent and root cause evaluations, and develop corrective action plans for assigned Corrective Action Program action items.

 

Perform operational reviews of proposed plant modifications, including evaluation of safety impact, and impact to licensing basis.

 

Function as program leader or program owner of various assigned programs.

 

Must be able to interpret and apply NRC regulatory requirements into station practices.

Accountable for other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

Customer Focus
Employees & Teamwork/Diversity & Inclusion
Integrity/Excellence
Public Service/Environmental Stewardship
Safety

Salary Information - Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary range listed below, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range.  Successful applicants will be provided more information regarding the incentive program at the time of an interview.

Travel Required: None  Travel required may fluctuate by business need. This is an estimate and will be discussed further with candidates that receive an interview.

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid medical, training opportunities and more.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District.

Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who values the contributions of its diverse work force. We are only legally able to hire persons who are 1) a United States citizen or national, 2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States, or 3) an alien legally authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

Customers around the state know what to expect from NPPD — quality, reliability and performance excellence. Our values also extend to the way we take care of our employees and their families. We remain on the leading edge by providing competitive benefits that respond to the diverse lifestyles of our people in an ever-changing world.

Salary

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary listed in posting, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range.

Retirement Savings

NPPD employees may participate in two retirement plan options – a 401(k) plan and a 457(b) plan. Both plans allow for pre-tax or Roth contributions. After the first six months of employment, the 401(k) plan includes a generous matching contribution from NPPD. The five-year vesting period begins on an employee’s hire date. Our retired employees are eligible for retiree healthcare benefits as well as a life benefit paid out to designated beneficiaries upon their passing.

Health & Wellness

At NPPD, we care about the health and wellness of our employees. We offer new teammates two competitive hospital / medical plan options to fit their lifestyle and family needs. We also make an annual contribution to employee Health Savings Accounts, which can be used to offset out-of-pocket expenses. Employees and their spouse are invited to participate in a variety of wellness initiatives offered throughout the year as a way to enhance their wellness, reduce health risks and promote healthy lifestyles.

Other Benefits

Employees earn vacation on a schedule commensurate with their years of service. We also offer paid holidays as well as personal and family medical leave, including birth mother recovery leave and parental child bonding leave. All full-time employees receive a life insurance policy equivalent to two times the participant's annual salary at no cost to the employee. NPPD also offers dental and vision insurance as well as personal accident, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, pre-paid legal/identity theft, and short-and long-term disability insurance plans. Additional benefits include college tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and complimentary access to an Employee Assistance Program.

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