Fire Chief & Emergency Services Leader

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Fort William Henry Harrison (MT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Fort Harrison, Montana seeks a Fire Chief to lead the Fire and Emergency Services division. The role encompasses management, supervision, operations, fire prevention, training, and health and safety for the campus and surrounding jurisdictions.

Qualified applicants must meet Time-In-Grade requirements and possess relevant firefighting experience at or above GS-09 level. A valid driver’s license and fitness standards apply; SF-50 documentation is required.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower GS-09 grade.
• Time-In-Grade requirements apply for current Federal employees.
• Valid State motor vehicle operator's license may be required and driving record may be reviewed.
• Ability to operate and manage firefighting pumping equipment and related hydraulic tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide management, supervision, and administrative leadership for the Fire & Emergency Services division.
• Oversee operations, fire prevention, training, and health and safety responsibilities for the Fort Harrison VA Campus.
• Coordinate with mutual aid jurisdictions and ensure readiness for all hazards.
• Maintain compliance with federal qualification standards and documentation.

Skills

Firefighting operations

Rescue operations

Hazardous materials management

Fire prevention training

Fire communications equipment

Tools

Pumping equipment

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Fort Harrison, Montana seeks a Fire Chief to lead the Fire and Emergency Services division. The role encompasses management, supervision, operations, fire prevention, training, and health and safety for the campus and surrounding jurisdictions.

Qualified applicants must meet Time-In-Grade requirements and possess relevant firefighting experience at or above GS-09 level. A valid driver’s license and fitness standards apply; SF-50 documentation is required.