About the Position: As a Firefighter you will follow procedures and techniques of fire department operations, training, equipment maintenance, fire prevention, etc. as prescribed in Army, major command and installation directives and manuals. 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: https://acpol2.army.mil/chra_dodea/FF_Primary_SRC.pdf

Duties

As a Firefighter, responds to fire alarms for all classes of fires, including those involving radioactive and/or hazardous materials, medical emergencies, rescue operations, wild land fires, hazardous material incidents, and aircraft emergencies. As a fully qualified Hazardous Materials Technician you will respond as a member of the department's hazardous materials team. Uses a variety of hand and power tools and works in all phases of firefighting/rescue operations. As an Emergency Medical Technician responds to accidents and other emergencies involving injuries and illnesses and follows approved department protocols in providing basic life support and performing emergency procedures that are non-invasive. Incumbent will have personal contact with senior officers and enlisted and civilian personnel in all grades in the performance of duties.

Requirements

• This is an obligated position.
• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This is a drug testing designated position (TDP) under the Department of the Army Drug-Free Federal Workplace Program
• An individual not currently occupying a GS-0081 primary/rigorous position is required to successfully complete a pre-employment physical prior to being placed into this position.
• Incumbent is subject to periodic (e.g. annual) medical examinations following appointment to determine fitness for continued performance of the duties of the position.
• Incumbent must successfully complete an annual Job Performance Test.
• Incumbent must participate in a cardiovascular physical fitness program.
• Incumbent must wear a uniform and appropriate safety apparel in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• The work requires the incumbent to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid state and government driver's license is required
• Designated Mission Essential Position: Incumbent may be required to report for duty during inclement weather, Natural Disasters, and other emergency situations
• 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.
• This position will be filled as a term appointment NTE 13 months.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 5% of the time.
• Prior to promotion to the GS-07 FIREFIGHTER, the incumbent must obtain and then continue to maintain DoD Firefighter Certification levels: Emergency Medical Technician - Basic, Airport Firefighter, and HAZMAT Technician. See additional information.

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. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes controlling or extinguishing fires as a member of an organized military, industrial, volunteer, or governmental fire department or brigade. Performing rescue operations. Developing, implementing, or providing training in fire protection and prevention. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-05). In addition to meeting the experience requirements above, applicants must also possess the following certifications 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, AND a State or National Registry EMT Certification Card indicating a future expiration date when applicable: Certification Requirements: Firefighter I Firefighter II HAZMAT Operations *You MUST submit a copy of all required certifications listed above with your application. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Emergency Medical CareFire SuppressionFirefighting EquipmentHazardous Materials Response

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.

Contacts

• Address EQ-APF-W6CLAA US ARMY GARRISON FT BLISS DO NOT MAIL Fort Bliss, TX 79916 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk