Fire Chief

Duties
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• Serve as Fire Chief for the management and supervision of Fire Protection and Prevention Programs, and daily fire department operations.
• Direct firefighting activities by developing procedures, techniques, and methods of operation.
• Supervisory responsibility for the installation fire department consisting of approximately 42 employees to include two fire companies, communication center, Fire Prevention Section, and EMS.
• Provide technical advice on fire protection, fire prevention, emergency medical technician, and hazardous material/spill programs.
• Evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of program operations, regulatory compliance and technical competence.
• Plan and direct operations and activities of Fire and Emergency Services Division.
• Assign, direct, and evaluate work of the subordinate organizational elements.
• Serve as initial on scene commander for all emergencies, directing fire crews, equipment placement and operation; prescribes fire-fighting procedures and media with due regard for safety of personnel and property.
• Maintains liaison with operating officials on post, advising them on fire prevention regulations and programs.
• Advise management on problems or changes in methods and procedures and is available for 24-hour duty in case of emergency.
• Develops standard operating procedures, instructional and informational letters, etc., to be disseminated to the installation.
• Plan, develop and conduct coordinated training and inspection programs.
• Review plans and conduct on-site inspections of new construction or alteration of facilities for compliance with recognized fire safety standards and practices.
• Plan and assign work to be accomplished by subordinates based on priorities, assignment requirements, and capabilities of employees.

Requirements
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Conditions of employment

• This position requires a Secret Clearance.
• This position requires the completion of pre-employment and periodic subsequent medical examination in accordance with DoDM 6055.06 to ensure continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• This position has a requirement to lift up to 50 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.
• This position is subject to a pre-employment screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident.
• This position has been designated Mission Essential. In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations the incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations.
• In accordance with AR 690-11, this position has been designated as "Key" and shall not be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization as doing so would seriously impair the capability of the organization to function effectively.
• As a "Key" position, the incumbent must be exempted from recall to active duty and will receive training to ensure mission accomplishment of sustaining base operations during mobilization.
• This position requires the incumbent to wear the prescribed uniform and/or personal protective equipment while on duty.
• This position is required to work a 60-hour work week which is 120 hours per pay period and may be required to work overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.
• This position requires the incumbent to conform to the requirements set-forth in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1500, Fire Department Occupational Health and Safety Program.
• This position requires participation in a cardiovascular physical fitness program.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 10% of the time.
• This position is subject to screening and update of required immunizations unless exempted for medical or administrative reasons in accordance with Army Regulation 40-562.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience.

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes which includes 1) Leading the work of firefighter personnel in fire suppression, hazardous material containment and mitigation, fire prevention and protection, and emergency medical services; 2) Implementing risk management fire and emergency service programs, polices, regulations and procedures; 3) Identifying team development needs for personnel; and Assisting with an annual organizational budget and other administrative responsibilities. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-10).

Selective Placement Factors: This position requires you to possess and maintain at the time of application the following: DoD, IFSAC or Pro-Board certifications: Fire Officer IV, Fire Inspector II, Fire Instructor II, HAZMAT Operations and HAZMAT Incident Command.

This position requires you to possess and maintain Emergency Medical Technician-Basic Certification issued by the State of Michigan or National Registry Emergency Medical Technician-Basic (NREMT-B).

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone -- no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Additional information

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• One year trial/probationary period may be required.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• This position requires you to submit a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 278) or a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE450) upon entry, and annually thereafter.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
• This is a(n) Safety and Occupational Health Career Field position.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information.
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances MAY be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.