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.
• 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.
• Develop 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.

Requirements
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Conditions of employment

• This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required.
• 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/120 hours per pay period and may be required to work overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• This position requires rotating shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations. Employee shifts are rotated on a regularly scheduled basis and employee may be required to work one 24-hour shift.
• This position has a mandatory seasonal influenza vaccination requirement and is subject to annual vaccination.
• 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.
• This position requires that you obtain and maintain medical clearance IAW the NFPA 1582 and ASHA 1910.120 for exposure to the hazards of firefighting and hazardous materials. Medical clearance will include the ability to wear SCBA type respirator.
• This position requires pre-employment financial disclosure and annually thereafter in accordance with DoD Directive 5500-7-R.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 10% of the time.
• This position is subject to a one-year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315. While probationary the incumbent can be terminated with limited appeal rights.
• This position is supervisory as defined by the Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) General Schedule Supervisory Guide (GSSG). A one-year probation to assess your ability to perform supervisory duties is required unless previously completed.
• 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 and a valid Government License to operate vehicles.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities.

• Current Department of Army Civilian Employees
• Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce
• Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
• Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act
• Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473
• Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI)
• Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
• Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible
• Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
• Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible
• Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized 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; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document .

Specialized Experience

Current Federal Employees: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-10 grade level in the Federal service 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 second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-10).

External Applicants: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service which includes 1) Planning and implementing installation level fire protection and prevention programs; 2) Developing plans and schedules to guide subordinate supervisors, analyzing work requirements, equipment and resources; AND 3) Implementing risk management fire and emergency service programs, polices, regulations and procedures. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11).

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 Instructor II, Fire Inspector 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).

Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-10).

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.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

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) Installation Career Field position.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• 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.
• Relocation/Recruitment incentive or service credit for non-Federal work experience (advanced leave accrual) may be authorized.
• Student Loan Repayment
• Salary Negotiations for those candidates who are new to Federal service may be authorized
• Credit for Prior Non-Federal Work Experience and Certain Military Service for Determining Annual Leave Accrual Rate may be authorized.