FIREFIGHTER

U.S. Marine Corps; Cherry Point (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Marine Corps is hiring a firefighter at Cherry Point to perform augmented EMT-Basic and Hazardous Materials Technician duties. This federal position targets candidates with a Fire Science/Fire Training background or an equivalent education/experience mix.

Eligible applicants must have completed a 4-year college program in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Applications close 2026-11-12, under the Public hiring path.

Qualifications

• GS-05 requires a 4-year degree in Fire Science, Fire Training, or related field.
• Or a combination of education and experience equaling one year.
• Eligibility based on education plus experience mix as described.

Responsibilities

• You will serve as a firefighter performing augmented skills of a credentialed Emergency Medical Technician (Basic) and Hazardous Materials Technician.

Skills

Emergency Medical Technician

Hazardous Materials Technician

Education

Fire Science

Fire Training

Job description

Key Responsibilities

You will serve as a firefighter performing augmented skills of a credentialed Emergency Medical Technician (Basic) and Hazardous Materials Technician.

Requirements & Education

In lieu of the specialized experience listed in the Qualifications section, you may qualify based on education or equivalent combination of education and experience, as follows: GS-05 ONLY: I have successfully completed a 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university with major study in Fire Science, Fire Training, or other related fields of study OR I have a combination of experience and education as described above that equates to one year of experience.

My percentage of the required education plus my percentage of the required experience equal one hundred percent.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with U.S. Marine Corps, Department of the Navy.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $40736 – $59031/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-12.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.

Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-11-08 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov