FIRE PROTECTION SPECIALIST

Duties As a FIRE PROTECTION SPECIALIST (TITLE 5),GS-0081-10, you will serve as Assistant Chief for Training responsible for developing and managing a comprehensive training program of a sufficient magnitude for all functional areas of the base Fire Protection Flight. Major Duties - This is NOT an all-inclusive list: * Plan, develop, implement, review, and evaluate the comprehensive fire prevention training, safety, and hazardous material handling programs at an installation. * Assess the applicability of current program objectives and recommends changes when necessary. * Responsible for planning a comprehensive program of on-the-job and proficiency training for all fire protection and prevention personnel. * Oversee the development of lesson plans for recurring proficiency training utilizing methods following established guidelines of the International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA). * Prepare monthly, quarterly, semiannual, and annual training schedules for approval. * Change, adjust, or supplement instructional materials to incorporate new information covering firefighting methods, techniques, procedures, equipment, and extinguishing agents. * Analyze course content, evaluate outcomes of training programs and functions to measure the effectiveness of program efforts and, as necessary, coordinate with the Fire Chief and other assistant chiefs and make modifications to program methods and approaches. * Coordinate and train instructors to present fire protection operational, technical, safety, and hazardous material response lesson plans using appropriate techniques and approaches. * Conduct recurring proficiency training in each functional area of fire protection. * Conduct live (announced) crash fire training and structural exercises. * Conduct unannounced structural and crash rescue exercises in coordination with the Fire Chief. * Advise appropriate supervisory personnel and the Fire Chief regarding participants' academic and practical training participation and outcomes. Requirements Conditions of Employment * Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. * May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. * This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position. * Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day. * Must participate in a mandatory physical fitness testing program. * Must meet medical standards IAW OPM GS-0081 Series and DoD Manual 6055.5. * Employee is required to use all safety equipment and clothing provided by management. * This is a Testing Designated Position. The employee is subject to random drug testing. Pre-employment drug testing and participation in random drug testing is a condition of employment. * This position requires the employee to work under adverse environmental conditions and falls under the respiratory protection program and hearing conservation program. * The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license is required. * Position requires the ability to discern colors, contrast, and depth. * May be required to work the Fire Alarm and Communications Center. * May be required to participate on Hazardous Materials Teams. * May be required to perform duties associated with the operation of aircraft arresting barrier equipment. * Employee is required to be certified by the DoD Firefighter Certification System. See list under Specialized Experience. * Special Retirement Provisions Authority: One of the following apply: FERS or CSRS. * Incumbent is on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week unless TDY or on leave. * Required to work a 72-hour week on a 24 hour on/24 hour off basis which includes weekends and holidays. May be subject to recall. * This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by the TAG. * The maximum entry age for this position is 37 years old. * Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. * Recruitment and relocation incentives may be available for this position. Qualifications SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE : GS-10 Level - MUST possess specialized experience which includes 30 months of experience, education, or training in one or more of the following areas: (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. (6) Developing, implementing, or providing training in fire protection and prevention (7) Firefighting and fire prevention theory and techniques; (8) Fixed and mobile firefighting equipment operation. (9) Planning, directing, or carrying out fire protection and prevention programs and operations and/or (10) Performing emergency medical services. SPECIALIZED SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE : MUST possess specialized supervisory experience for the GS-10 level, which includes experience in managing the function of the work to be performed and experience which includes leading, directing and assigning work of personnel. Employee is required to be certified by the DoD Firefighter Certification System as Airport Firefighter (includes Firefighter I, II), Fire Officer III (includes Fire Officer I, II), Fire Instructor III (includes Fire Instructor I, II), Fire Inspector II (Fire Inspector I), Hazmat Operations (includes Hazmat Awareness), Apparatus Driver Operator- Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting, Apparatus Driver Operator- Pumper, and Apparatus Driver Operator- Mobile Water Supply. 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, i.e. the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experiences; however, resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered. In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed below. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position. 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 for this occupational series and grade. Additional information If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency ( Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov) ). If you are needing some extra information regarding Federal Resumes, you should consider these tips from USA Jobs: USAJOBS Help Center | What should I include in my federal resume . * Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits . Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): * Fire/Life Safety Training, Public Education, and Outreach
* Risk Management * Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits . Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position

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