Lead Firefighter (Basic Life Support / Hazardous Materials Techn

Duties

• Leads firefighters during fire suppression, rescue, hazardous material, and emergency response operations.
• Conducts firefighting training, practice drills, and instruction on firefighting and rescue procedures.
• Lead demonstrations and lectures to instruct crew members concerning firefighting techniques, and fire protection and prevention methods.
• Directs fire apparatus operations and oversees crew activities during emergencies and station duties

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• 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 100lbs. in the regular performance of duties.
• The duties of this position meet the criteria for compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs. Detection of the presence of drugs is warranted.
• 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.
• This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations. Employee shifts are rotated on a regularly scheduled basis; 48-hour rotating shifts with a work schedule of 144 hours per pay period.
• 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.
• The incumbent must maintain a valid Government Driver's License. Are you willing and able to maintain a valid Government Driver's License?
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 5% of the time
• The employee must report to work during inclement weather, natural disasters and other emergency situations as directed by Fire Chief and may be subject to recall.
• The incumbent must participate in the Directorate of Emergency Services (DES) Wellness Program to include: a. Structured Physical Exercise Program; b. Annual Physical Examination; c. Bi-Annual Physical Performance Evaluation.
• This position requires the incumbent to receive a Hepatitis B vaccination or sign a waiver.
• This position requires the incumbent to wear a uniform and other safety apparel in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• 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.
• This is a Term position scheduled to last no more than 5 Years.
• Term employment is subject to a one year trial period. Employees serving a trial period can be removed with limited appeal rights

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; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is .

Specialized Experience Statement: One year of specialized experience which includes: 1) Performing firefighting duties as part of a crew to suppress structural or aircraft fires; 2) Providing basic life support to patients during medical emergencies or accidents; AND 3) Responding to hazardous materials incidents to perform containment or decontamination tasks. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07.

Selective Placement Factors: In addition to meeting the specialized experience requirement above, applicants must also possess the following certificates certified through DoD Fire and Emergency Services Certification System, International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC), or the Fire Service Professional Qualifications System (PRO-Board) in accordance with DoD 6055.06-M upon entry into this position. (Note: You must attach a copy of your certifications for verification.

• Fire Officer I
• Inspector I (NOTE: An accredited First Responder Inspector certification IAW Chapter 7 of NFPA Standard 1030, 2024 Edition is acceptable for this requirement)
• Instructor I
• Hazardous Materials Operations
• Hazardous Materials Technician
• National Registry or equivalent state issued Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) - Basic

Maximum Entry Age (MEA) The MEA for Firefighters is 37. An employee originally hired into a covered position must be hired by the last day of the month he/she reaches 37.

Maximum Reentry Age An employee who previously served on a covered position may be rehired past the MEA as long as he/she is able to complete 20 years of covered service by his/her mandatory retirement age. The maximum re-entry age for the individual is calculated by determining the total amount of time he/she has served on a covered position and subtracting that from age 57 if a firefighter. The employee's current age is compared to the calculated maximum re-entry age to determine if he/she can be rehired into the covered position.

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

• This is a Term position scheduled to last no more than 5 Years and cannot be made permanent.
• 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.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• 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 information sheet.
• This is a(n) Safety and Occupational Health Career Program position aligned under the Installations Career Management Directorate.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• 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.
• Recruitment and relocation incentives may be authorized.
• Student Loan Repayment may be authorized.
• 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.