Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Station Chief responsible for oversight and direction of the day-to-day operations of a fire station with two or more firefighting crews (including a Crew Chief and assigned crew) cont....

Duties

SUMMARY Cont... Who drive and operate firefighting vehicles of significant complexity, fire airfield and structural fires, perform crash and rescue operations and assist in reducing and/or eliminating potential fire hazards. DUTIES: As the Station Chief provides immediate oversight and direction of day-to-day operations at a fire station for an assigned shift. Supervises the performance of structural firefighting duties for a variety of facilities which may include research and/or large industrial complexes; hazardous materials (HAZMAT) containment and control duties; and/or Basic Life Support duties. Supervises the performance of crash-rescue and firefighting duties at airfields handling complex aircraft (e.g. fighter, bombers, cargo, passenger). Directs the operation of firefighting vehicles such as pumpers, aerial ladder and crash-rescue trucks. Supervises the rescue of personnel and immediate first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepare victims(s) for transport to a medical facility. Supervises the maintenance of firefighting equipment and fire station facilities. Complies with health, security, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment. This position will support the Federal Government's response efforts to COVID-19.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• PCS expenses will NOT be paid.
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. (cont...)
• Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.
• The duties of this position meet all requirements as a category 4 designation, and shall not be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization without seriously impairing the capability (cont...)
• Of the parent Federal Agenc. This position must be removed from the Ready Reserve and cannot become a member of the Ready Reserve. (IAW: DoDD 1200.7, "Screening the Ready Reserve,")
• The employee is 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.
• Required to participate in a mandatory physical fitness program and pass a pre-employment physicaL
• Employee is required to use all safety equipment and clothing provided by management.
• This position requires the employee to work under adverse environmental conditions and falls under the respiratory protection? program and hearing conservation program.
• lncumbent is required to perform critical service regardless of weather conditions or base closure and will report to the duty station at the regularly scheduled reporting time.
• Must participate in offered Air Force schools regional training seminars and courses related to this position.
• An Associate's Degree in Fire Science is desirable.
• Must complete and maintain Colorado Certification Training program for wildland fire fighting or Red Card certification.
• The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. Incumbent mu??t obtain and maintain a current State driver's license.
• Position requires the ability to discern colors, contrast, and depth.
• May be assigned to any of the three fire stations or the auxiliary airfield localions at any time. When assign to the auxiliary airfield may work an uncommon tour.

Qualifications

This is an obligated position which an employee has return rights. Upon the employees return, incumbent could be subject to reassignment. Conditions of Employment Continued: May occasionally require travel away frr'lm the normal duty station and travel on military and/or commercial aircraft; Overtime may be required; May be required to perform other duties in support of extended mission requirements based on the scope of the squadron mission during times of conflict or staffing shortages; May have additional duties assigned; May be required to perform duties in support of the READY program including performing escort duties, ID checks, and other duties as required. This is a Mission-Essential position performing a Mission-Critical-Function which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions to include the Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for the GS-0081, Fire Protection and Prevention Series. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-08, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes 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; and/or (6) developing, implementing, or providing training in fire protection and prevention. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-08 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. Effective 1 Jun 00, all DoD firefighters and contract fire and emergency service personnel must be certified at the next higher level before being eligible for promotion to that level. Applicants must list their current firefighter related licenses and certificates on their resumes. Please attach copies of certifications when you submit the resume to verify qualification requirements for the position. Certification requirements for this position are: Fire Officer II, Fire Instructor I, Fire Inspector I, HAZMAT Incident Commander, and Airport Firefighter. Must possess and maintain current State or National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT)-Basic Life Supprt (EMT-B) certification. Fire Officer III is highly desirable IMPORTANT: Please upload copies of your FF certs. If you have received a Student ID# for the DoD Fire and Emergency Services Certification Program website (https://go.usa.gov/xdsTR) please provide a copy of your most recent certification transcript. Note: If you do not know your Student ID, you may contact the AFCEC Reachback center at [email protected]. If you do not have a Student ID and/or cannot access the Certificate Program site, you must upload a copy of your individual certifications or transcript at the time of your application or you will be removed from consideration. Special Retirement Provisions Authority: FERS Position covered as secondary under the FERS special retirement provisions for Federal firefighters [5 U.S.C. 8401(14), 5 U.S.C. 8412(d), and 5 CFR 842.802]. Position covered as secondary under the CSRS special retirement provisions for Federal firefighters [5 U.S.C. 8331(21), 5 U.S.C. 8336(c), and 5 CFR 831.902]. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: I. Knowledge lo drive and operate firefighting vehicles of significant complexity; of the principles of hydraulic, as they pertain to water flow, water pressure. water levels, line (friction) losses, etc.; and of basic and specialized firefighting equipment (fire alarm system operation. fire extinguishing equipment operation etc.). techniques, and procedures. 2. Knowledge of emergency first aid techniques; safety requirements as outlined in applicable salety standards, regulations, and/or technical orders; and HAZMAT emergency response procedures, equipment, and identification. 3. Knowledge of basic building design. construction, and occupancy; and of the latest changes in aircraft cockpit design, ordnance placement, and cabin layouts to include the operation of hatch or canopy release mechanisms, ejection seat mechanisms, and/or oxygen supply system. 4. Skill in detecting and recognizing fire hazards (potential and immediate); and skill operate communications equipment that influence the effectiveness of the fire protection and prevention program. 5. Ability to maintain good working relations; communicate orally and in writing; and lift and carry heavy loads. 6. Ability to provide supervision and leadership and integrate the actions of a crew(s) under emergency conditions. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address USAF Academy 5136 Eagle Drive USAF Academy, CO 80840 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]