Paramedic Firefighter & HazMat Specialist

US Federal Emergency Management Agency; Round Hill (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mount Weather Emergency Operations Center in Virginia is seeking a firefighter with GS-05/07/09 level qualifications to join the Fire Services Branch. The ideal candidate will hold current Firefighter I, Hazardous Materials Awareness, and Paramedic certification, and possess specialized experience in firefighting, advanced life support, and incident hazard assessment.

Applicants must meet listed qualifications by the closing date and be prepared for interview requirements.

Qualifications

• One full year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-04.
• Experience in firefighting and emergency apparatus equipment.
• Experience in advanced life support en route to medical facilities or on site.
• Experience coordinating fire-safety program information.
• Experience participating in worksite inspections to identify hazards.

Skills

Firefighting equipment operation

Advanced life support

Hazard assessment techniques

Worksite inspections

Education

Firefighter I

Hazardous Materials Awareness

Paramedic certification (State or National Registry)

Tools

Firefighting apparatus equipment

CBR equipment

Job description

The Mount Weather Emergency Operations Center in Virginia is seeking a firefighter with GS-05/07/09 level qualifications to join the Fire Services Branch. The ideal candidate will hold current Firefighter I, Hazardous Materials Awareness, and Paramedic certification, and possess specialized experience in firefighting, advanced life support, and incident hazard assessment.

Applicants must meet listed qualifications by the closing date and be prepared for interview requirements.