Selection of Shift Technical Advisors

DOE-HDBK-1115-98

2. SELECTION OF SHIFT TECHNICAL ADVISORS

The facility organization should have a selection process for initial hiring and transferring of

personnel into the operating organization. This process should consider such selection criteria

as: problem-solving ability, emotional stability, motivation, initiative, background, experience,

educational level, and mechanical aptitude. This process may involve a selection test, in

addition to interviews. Administrative procedures should be developed to establish the criteria

for STA selection. Selection should be based on the ability to meet position qualification

criteria with reasonable amounts of training.

2.1 Education and Experience

The educational and experience requirements should be consistent with those stipulated in

DOE Order 5480.20A, Personnel Selection, Qualification and Training Requirements for DOE

Nuclear Facilities.

2.2 Selection Process

The selection of STA trainees should be a careful and thoughtful process that recognizes the

responsibilities that are unique to the STA position. The selection process should include an

evaluation of the STA trainee's surveillance and technical skills, as well as the individual's

experience and past performance. Line management should establish the attributes,

characteristics, and skills used as criteria for selecting STA trainees. The criteria should

include demonstrated qualities such as: judgment, motivation, integrity, communication skills,

teamwork skills, diagnostic skills, analytical ability, and strong technical competence. Selection

of STA trainees should include consideration of the following characteristics and associated

attributes listed below them:

Sound judgment

conservative approach toward nuclear safety and personnel safety

inquisitiveness

persistency, yet cautiousness

planning effectiveness

logical and cautious decision making

understanding personal limitations and policies

High values and integrity

professional ethics

personal standards of performance and commitment to quality

positive attitude

Thorough technical knowledge

technical knowledge of the tasks performed by the shift crew

analytical ability

industrial safety awareness.