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Job opening: EMERGENCY VEHICLE DISPATCHER

Salary: $46 548 - 60 509 per year
Published at: Aug 07 2023
Employment Type: Full-time
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 provide emergency police, fire, and medical services to the public by answering emergency 911 calls and receiving aircraft emergency notifications and responding with appropriate personnel and equipment.

Duties

Maintains telephone and radio communications, performs Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD), E-911 call taking, and dispatches appropriate emergency forces. Monitors and receives critical aircraft emergency notification from aircraft control tower. Operates and maintains telephones, automated data processing equipment, printers, recorders, facsimile equipment, and other devices installed in the dispatch center for the base fire alarm system and the Enhanced 911 system. Maintains current maps, logs, charts and other visual aids frequently utilized as quick information references for responding emergency personnel. Prepares and maintains reports and records relating to emergency responses.

Requirements

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
  • This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
  • Disclosure of Political Appointments
  • Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
  • Incumbent is required to work an alternate work schedule, which requires an uncommon tour of duty (including weekends and holidays).
  • Incumbent is required to report to duty and perform assigned duties regardless of weather conditions (i.e. base closure due to weather conditions), and report to the duty station at the regularly scheduled work time.
  • May be required to respond on off-duty time during a conflagration, or stay over until an emergency has been terminated or until properly relieved by a qualified operator.
  • Must participate in exercises by relaying accurate information. Must be resourceful and alert to adequately perform duties.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
  • Incumbent must obtain International Fire Service Accreditation Congress Certification as a Telecommunicator, Level II, when the course is available.
  • This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a current EMD certification, including initial and follow-up certification within one year.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a current CPR certification.
  • Must obtain and maintain a Hazardous Materials Awareness Level Certification within one year of hire.
  • Works in close harmony with supervisors, co-workers and others during day-to-day routines and during emergencies.
  • Is required to maintain good working relationships with on and off base agencies, maintaining a consistently courteous attitude at all times. Keeps calm and cool during emergency situations.
  • Assists the supervisor in training other operators in the operation of automated data processing systems as required.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Clerical and Administrative Support Positions, Dispatching Series, 2151. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-05, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of the communications equipment and systems and the radio usage and procedures; knowledge of vehicle dispatching procedures, resources capabilities, as well as detailed geographic knowledge of the jurisdiction served; Knowledge of the Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) system: Knowledge of fire protection and prevention theories, techniques, and practices relative to various types of emergencies, hazardous material situations and medical emergencies. 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-05 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-06 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. 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: 1. Knowledge of communications operations procedures. 2. Knowledge of basic computer operations to include word processing, retrieval and input of date. A qualified typist is not required. 3. Knowledge of location and availability of emergency apparatus, the kind of apparatus and equipment needed for the emergency at hand. 4. Ability to prioritize and organize work. 5. Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing using a calm and stable demeanor while dealing with emergency situations. 6. Ability to work independently without immediate supervision. 7. Ability to maintain good working relationships both within and outside the organization. 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 United States Space Force 1670 Space Force Pentagon Washington, DC 20330 US
  • Name: Total Force Service Center
  • Phone: 1-800-525-0102
  • Email: [email protected]

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