This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for DIB & MRTFB to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: This position is included under the provisions of Special Retirement Coverage (SRC) and may have both a maximum entry age and a mandatory retirement date. For more information follow this link: http://www.armycivilianservice.com/JOA/FF-Primary-SRC.pdf. Firefighter shift work is 144 hours bi-weekly.

Duties

Drives firefighting vehicle to scene of fire following predetermined routes or selecting alternate routes when necessary. Operates pumps, foam generators, boom and ground sweep nozzles, and other similar equipment. Responds to accidents and other emergencies on and off depot involving injury and illnesses, sometimes encountering situations which may be life threatening. Provides fire protection for buildings, shops, warehouses, ammunition storage areas, fuel storage areas, ground cover areas and a variety of other structural and related areas. Operates hose lines, ladders, hydrants, and performs or assists in rescue operations in the control and extinguishment of fires. Accomplishes routine station maintenance functions, i.e., house cleaning, etc.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• This position is subject to a pre-employment drug 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 requires the incumbent pass an annual Job Performance Test.
• This position requires the incumbent to wear a uniform and safety apparel accordance with established policies and procedures.
• This position requires the incumbent to report for duty during Natural Disasters, and other emergency situations as directed by the Fire Chief. Incumbent must maintain a functioning telephone at residence to aid in contact during recall situations.
• An appropriate, valid state and government driver's license is required as well as Emergency Vehicle Operators certification to operate all vehicles assigned to the Fire Protection and Prevention division.
• This position requires an uncommon tour of duty; a 72-hour work week, which includes at least one 24-hour shift and may include working nights, weekends, and holidays.
• This position will require the incumbent to participate in a cardiovascular physical fitness program.
• Within the first year of occupying the GS-0081-04 position and prior to promotion to the GS-05, The incumbent must obtain and maintain Firefighter I and II Certification.
• Within the first year of occupying the GS-0081-05 position and prior to promotion to the GS-06, The incumbent must obtain and maintain HAZMAT Operations, and Emergency Medical Technician.
• Within the first year of occupying the GS-0081-06 position and prior to promotion to GS-07, incumbent must obtain and maintain HAZMAT Technician, and Driver Operator - Pumper.
• Within the first year of occupying the GS-0081--07, incumbent must obtain and maintain Driver Operator-Aerial, Driver Operator - Mobile Water Supply, Driver Operator - Aircraft Rescue and Firefighter, and Airport Firefighter.
• Within the first year of occupying the GS-0081--07, incumbent must obtain and maintain DoD Wildland Firefighter I, DoD Wildland Firefighter II, and National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) Wildland Firefighter Type II Red Card Certification.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or 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 at the GS-04 level is defined as experience performing work relating to fire prevention and protection operation that includes controlling or extinguishing fires as a member of an organized military, industrial, volunteer, or governmental fire department or brigade. Qualifying Education Substitution for experience at the GS-04 level only: Successful completion of a 2-year course of study in an accredited college or university in Fire Training, Fire Science, or other related fields of study. OR Combination of successfully completed education and experience described above may be used to meet total qualification requirements at the GS-04 level. No Certifications required to qualify at the GS-04 level. Specialized experience at the GS-05 level is defined as experience performing work relating to fire prevention and protection operation that includes controlling or extinguishing fires as a member of an organized military, industrial, volunteer, or governmental fire department or brigade. Qualifying Education Substitution for experience at the GS-05-level only: Successful completion of a 4-year course of study in an accredited College or University with a major study in Fire Science, Fire Training, or other related fields of study. OR Combination of successfully completed education and experience described above may be used to meet total qualification requirements at the GS-05 level. Certifications required to qualify at the GS-05 level: Firefighter I and II Specialized experience at the GS-06 level is defined as experience performing work relating to fire prevention and protection operation that includes most if not all of the following: controlling or extinguishing fires; rescue operations; detection, reduction, or elimination of potential fire hazards; provide first aid, and operation of fire communications equipment. Certifications required to qualify at the GS-06 level: Firefighter I and II, Emergency Medical Technician, and Hazardous Material Operations. Specialized experience at the GS-07 level is defined as experience performing work relating to fire prevention and protection operation that includes controlling or extinguishing fires; rescue operations; and driving and operating fire apparatus. In addition, experience must include most if not all of the following: detection, reduction, or elimination of potential fire hazards; operation of fire communications equipment and controlling hazardous materials incidents. Certifications required to qualify at the GS-07 level: Firefighter I and II, Hazardous Material Technician, Emergency Medical Technician, and Driver Operator - Pumper. For the GS-06 and 07 level positions you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone. No substitution of education for experience is permitted. You MUST submit a copy of the following: GS-05 level: Firefighter I and II, GS-06 level: Firefighter I and II, Emergency Medical Technician, and Hazardous Material Operations, GS-07 level: Firefighter I and II, Hazardous Material Technician, Emergency Medical Technician, and Driver Operator - Pumper. certified through DoD Fire and Emergency Services Certification System, International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC), or the Fire Service Professional Qualifications System (PRO-Board) (AND a State or National Registry EMT License when applicable). If your application package does not contain proof of having these certificates (and license when applicable), your application will be marked as incomplete and you WILL NOT receive consideration for this position.

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

Contacts

• Address DS-APF-W0MJAA US ARMY DEPOT SIERRA DO NOT MAIL Herlong, CA 96113 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk