SUPERVISORY FIREFIGHTER-DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

U.S Air Force; Eglin Air Force Base (FL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Air Force seeks a Full-Time Supervisory Firefighter (GS-0081-09) to serve as a Station Chief, overseeing operations of a fire station with multiple crews.

Responsibilities include directing day-to-day firefighting activities, vehicle operations, and crash/rescue duties at airfield facilities. The ideal candidate has specialized experience as outlined by OPM for GS-0081 fire protection roles, with knowledge of fire suppression, rescue, hazard reduction, equipment operation, and emergency

Qualifications

• Experience controlling or extinguishing fires in a firefighting organization.
• Experience in rescue operations.
• Ability to detect, reduce, or eliminate fire hazards.
• Knowledge of fire communications equipment operation.
• Knowledge of hazardous materials incident response.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of a fire station with two or more firefighting crews.
• Drive and operate firefighting vehicles of significant complexity.
• Respond to airfield and structural fires; conduct crash/rescue operations.
• Identify and mitigate fire hazards to improve safety and readiness.

Skills

Firefighting vehicle operation

Hydraulics understanding

Fire alarm systems operation

Emergency first aid

Hazmat procedures

Airfield firefighting knowledge

Communication skills

Job description

The primary purpose of this position, Supervisor Firefighter, GS-0081-09 is to serve as a Station Chief responsible for oversight and direction of operations of a fire station with two or more firefighting crews who drive and operate vehicles of significant complexity, fight airfield and structural fires, perform crash/rescue operations.

Ideal candidate: Looking for a Full-Time Supervisory Firefighter (GS-0081-09) to serve as a Station Chief responsible for oversight and direction of the day-to-day operations of a fire station with two or more firefighting crews (including a Crew Chief and assigned crew) who drive and operate firefighting vehicles of significant complexity, fight airfield and structural fires, perform crash and rescue operations, and assist in reducing and/or eliminating potential fire hazards.

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, to include the Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for the GS-0081, Fire Protection and Prevention Series.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:

The applicant must have one year, or will have one year within 120 days of closing of this announcement, of specialized experience at a level close to the work of this position that has given me the particular knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform. Typically, we would find this experience in work within this field that is closely related. To be creditable, one year of the specialized experience must have been equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-08), pay band or equivalent. Specialized experience is described as (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.

FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS:

Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-08 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs):

• 1. Knowledge to drive and operate firefighting vehicles of significant complexity; of the principles of hydraulics as they pertain to water flow, water pressure, water levels, line (friction) losses, etc.; and of basic and specialized firefighting equipment (fire alarm system operation, fire extinguishing equipment operation, etc.), techniques, and procedures.
• 2. Knowledge of emergency first aid techniques; safety requirements as outlined in applicable safety standards, regulations, and/or technical orders; and HAZMAT emergency response procedures, equipment, and identification.
• 3. Knowledge of basic building design, construction, and occupancy; and of the latest changes in aircraft cockpit design, ordnance placement, and cabin layouts to include the operation of hatch or canopy release mechanisms, ejection seat mechanisms, and/or oxygen supply systems.
• 4. Skill in detecting and recognizing fire hazards (potential and immediate); and skill to operate communications equipment.
• 5. Ability to maintain good working relations; communicate orally and in writing; and lift and carry heavy loads.

MAXIMUM ENTRY AGE:

Title 5 U.S.C. 3307 authorizes the head of any agency to establish a maximum entry age for the original appointment of individuals to the position of primary and rigorous firefighter. The date immediately preceding an individual's 37th birthday is the maximum entry age for original appointment to a position as a Firefighter. This age restriction does not apply to those who have previously served in a Federal civilian firefighting position covered by title 5 U.S.C. section 3307 provisions OR qualified veteran preference eligible covered by title 5 U.S.C. 3307.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE:

Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE:

Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Perform strenuous physical activities such as lifting heavy firefight equipment, climbing standard and aerial ladders, and lifting and carrying people and equipment for rescue and salvage.

NOTE: THIS POSITION REQUIRES A PRE-EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Firefighters are regularly exposed to a variety of dangerous situations such as fires that are out of control, toxic spills, or possible explosions. Hazards include: Burns, dehydration, and other effects of heat, smoke inhalation, falling materials, or explosions; Exposure to toxic materials and chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive agents; Physical injury and sensory damage from firefighting activities and noise levels; Dealing with victims in varying stages of fright, panic and injury; Operating or riding on fire truck under adverse conditions or flying in aircraft to reach crash sites of fires in outlying areas.

Special Retirement Provisions Authority:

- FERS

Position covered as rigorous under the FERS special retirement provisions for Federal firefighters [5 U.S.C. 8401(14), 5 U.S.C. 8412(d), and 5 CFR 842.802]. Authority, Under Secretary of Defense Memo, dated 30 December 2004.

- CSRS

Position covered as rigorous under the CSRS special retirement provisions for Federal firefighters [5 U.S.C. 8331(21), 5 U.S.C. 8336(c), and 5 CFR 831.902]. Authority, Under Secretary of Defense Memo, dated 30 December 2004.

Employee is required to be certified by the DoD Firefighter Certification System as Fire Officer II (includes Fire Officer I), Fire Instructor I, Fire Inspector I, Airport Firefighter (includes Firefighter I and II), and HAZMAT Incident Commander (includes Hazmat Awareness and Hazmat Operations).

Must maintain current state or national BLS certification