SummaryThis is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.
About the Position: This position is included under the provisions of
Special Retirement Coverage (SRC) and may have both a maximum entry age and a mandatory retirement date.
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- Plan and manage the fire and emergency services program for the Directorate of Emergency Services.
- Develop and recommend all regulations and SOPs in order to implement DOD, DA, IMCOM and TRADOC regulations.
- Direct emergency services equipment and personnel to respond to particular types of emergencies.
- Manage the installation's emergency communications center for Fire and Emergency Services that receives 9-1-1 calls for assistance.
- Execute administrative and personnel management functions related to the accomplishment of the assigned missions.
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Conditions of employment- Position may be designated Emergency Essential (E-E) in support of mobilization and wartime mission.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain SECRET security clearance.
- Must maintain a valid State and Government Driver's License.
- Must participate in the Division Wellness Program to include:
a. Annual Physical Evaluation (E-E Requirement)
b. On-The-Spot Drug Testing - Position subject to occasional travel.
- Position subject to immediate recall and extended shifts during emergencies.
- Position required to work (1) 24-hour shift weekly.
- A one year probation to assess your ability to perform supervisory duties is required unless previously completed.
QualificationsWho May Apply: US CitizensIn order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.
Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes (1) controlling or extinguishing fires as a member of an organized military, industrial, volunteer, or governmental fire department or brigade; (2) rescue operations; (3) detection, reduction, or elimination of potential fire hazards; (4) operation of fire communications equipment; (5) controlling hazardous materials incidents; and/or (6) developing, implementing, or providing training in fire protection and prevention.
This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12).
Selective Placement Factor: In addition to meeting the specialized experience requirement above, applicants must also possess
Fire Officer IV, Instructor II, Inspector II, Hazardous Material Operations and Incident Commander certified through DoD Fire and Emergency Services Certification System, International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC), or the Fire Service Professional Qualifications System (PRO-Board) in accordance with DoD 6055.06-M.
EducationSome federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone no substitution of education for experience is permitted.
Additional information- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
- You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
- This position requires a 1 year trial period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
- Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
- Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
- This is a(n) Installation Career Field position.
- Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
- Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
- Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.
- Recruitment and relocations incentives may be authorized.
- Student loan repayment may be be authorized.
- Salary negotiations for those candidates who are new to Federal service may be authorized.
- Credit for prior non-federal work experience and certain military service for determining annual leave accrual rate may be authorized.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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