Firefighter/EMT

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Virginia; On-site; USD 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers seeks a Firefighter/EMT to join the Emergency Services Branch at the Joint Training Center (JTC) Fort Pickett. The role requires EMS, firefighting, and incident command competencies to support the Virginia National Guard and associated defense forces.

Responsibilities include prevention, protection, education, and emergency response across multiple training areas. Required certifications include Firefighter II and EVOC with extensive safety and reporting duties; EMT

Qualifications

• Knowledge of firefighting, rescue and EMS operations, principles, practices, techniques and use of specialized equipment.
• Knowledge of Incident Command and strategies/tactics during emergency operations.
• Ability to work under pressure; identify and analyze needed data; make decisions; and maintain emotional self-control.
• Ability to be open-minded; communicate effectively with a wide variety of people; write clear reports.
• Possess knowledge of Fire & EMS department operations; familiarity with multiple agencies that can assist in emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide firefighting, EMS and related emergency response services at the Joint Training Center. Protect lives, property and the environment during emergencies.
• Coordinate with local, state and federal agencies; apply incident command and ICS/NIMS protocols when responding to incidents.
• Maintain readiness through training and certification requirements and ensure compliant reporting and recordkeeping.

Skills

Firefighting

EMS operations

Incident Command

Verbal & written communication

Decision making under pressure

Tools

Incident management software

Job description

Title:

Firefighter/EMT

State Role Title:

Fire Fighters

Hiring Range:

$45,000 - $53,500

Pay Band:

3

Agency:

Department of Military Affairs

Location:

Blackstone, FTPIC

Agency Website:

DMA

Recruitment Type:

General Public - G

Job Duties

About the Agency: The Virginia Department of Military Affairs State Team provides professional and responsive state support functions to the Adjutant General of Virginia, the Virginia National Guard, the Virginia Air Guard, and the Virginia Defense Force in order to ensure their ability to support and defend the United States and the Commonwealth of Virginia. Purpose of Position: The Position is part of the Emergency Services Branch for the 41,000 acre Joint Training Center (JTC) Fort Pickett comprised of Garrison Area, Maneuver Training Areas, Range Areas, Blackstone Army Airfield (BAAF) and Natural Forested Areas. Major elements of response include but is not limited to Fire Prevention, Protection & Education; Emergency Medical Services; and Emergency Response. The position is mission critical to JTC operations and to the sustainment of VANG Readiness and lethality. The Position receives general administrative supervision from the Emergency Services Assistant Chief in terms of broadly defined missions and goals. Applicants who have questions regarding their application at any point throughout the hiring process are encouraged to reach out to the Human Resources point of contact listed in the job announcement. Please do not contact the Fire Department regarding your application.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of and skill in, firefighting, rescue and EMS operations, principles, practices, techniques and use of specialize equipment;
• Knowledge of Incident Command and strategies/tactics and ability to deploy those strategies/tactics during emergency operations;
• Ability to work under pressure; identify and analyze needed data; make decisions; and maintain emotional self-control;
• The ability to be open-minded;
• Possess basic knowledge of Fire & EMS department operations;
• The ability to communicate (verbally and written) effectively with a wide variety of people; and the ability to write clear, concise reports;
• Possess knowledge of other agencies (local, state, and federal) that can assist in times of need;
• Ability to perform Emergency Medical Technician Basic Life Support duties;
• Ability to use specialized firefighting, emergency medical services, record management, scheduling and incident management & command computerized hardware and software systems.
• Must possess Firefighter II, Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC) Level 3 and HAZMAT Operations certifications;
• Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record required.

Additional Considerations

• EMT/Intermediate or EMT/Paramedic certification is preferred;
• ICS/NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800 certification is preferred.

Special Instructions

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification is required within 12 months of hire. Must obtain Driver Pump Operator, NWCG S-130/190, ARFF Firefighter certification, and EVOC Level 5 within 24 months of hire. Must successfully pass both the physical agility and written entrance examinations prior to hire. Must successfully pass the NFPA 1582 physical within 90 days of hire. Must successfully complete all required In-House recruit training within 12 months of hire. Employment offers may be subject to any of the following:

• Extensive criminal background check
• Pre-employment drug screening
• Employment reference checks
• Virginia DMV Driver Alert System
• Pre-employment physical examination

Must have, and maintain, a valid Virginia Driver’s License for the duration of employment; Must obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC); The Department of Military Affairs is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, race, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. DMA encourages and invites minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) certified state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application and/or resume. AmeriCorps and Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply. The application must be detailed and fully completed. All employment and periods of unemployment (if applicable) must be listed within the application; either on an attached resume, or manually listed in the “Relevant Work History” section. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and preferred qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide descriptive information. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may result in your non-selection. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. This position is restricted, meaning the funding for this job is non-general and/or non-recurring. This job is a civilian position and does not require military service (including commission and enlistment).

Contact Information

Name: Loreley A. Leabhart

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.