About the Position: The Presidio of Monterey (POM) Fire Department is a progressive, two (2) company fire department located in Fort Ord Military Community in Seaside, CA. 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

Provide fire protection for a variety of structures and related areas. Drive fire apparatus to scene of fire following predetermined routes or selected alternate routes when necessary. Position vehicle considering factors such as wind direction, sources of water, hazards from falling structures, location of armaments on aircraft, etc. Apply principles of hydraulics and determine proper pressures for hose lines to establish and maintain a constant water supply during firefighting operations. Operate pumps, foam generators, boom and ground sweep nozzles, and other similar equipment. Operate hose lines, ladders, hydrants in the control and extinguishing of fires. Perform tests, minor maintenance, and repairs to ensure operational condition of equipment. Respond to hazardous chemical spills, and assist in a full range of containment and runoff control duties. Conduct rescue operations. Conduct a complete examination of patients to determine the nature, extent, and seriousness of the condition. Operate alarm room equipment; including radio, fire alarm, and 911 telephone.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires the completion of pre-employment and periodic subsequent medical examination in accordance with DoDM 6055.06 to ensure continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• This position has a requirement to lift up to 50 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.
• This position is covered by the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Program. The incumbent is required to sign a DA Form 5019-R (Condition of Employment for Certain Positions Identified as Critical Under the Drug Abuse Testing Program).
• This position is subject to a pre-employment 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 has been designated Mission Essential. In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations the incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations.
• This position requires the incumbent to wear the prescribed uniform and/or personal protective equipment while on duty.
• 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.
• The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.
• This position requires successful completion of an annual Job Performance Test.
• This position requires participation in a cardiovascular physical fitness program.
• An applicant 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 required to report for duty during natural disasters and other emergency situations. Must maintain a functioning telephone at residence to aid in contact during recall situations.
• Employees hired for the first time (original hire) into the GS-0081 position must not exceed the Maximum Entry Age (MEA) at time of appointment. The MEA for Firefighters is 37.
• GS-05 - There are certificates that are required to be considered at this grade, and additional certificates required prior to movement to the GS-06. Review under Qualifications.
• GS-06 - There are certificates that are required to be considered at this grade, and additional certificates required prior to movement to the GS-07. Review under Qualifications.
• GS-07 - There are certificates that are required to be considered at this grade. Review under Qualifications.
• Occasional Official duty travel (TDY) up to 10% may be required
• Incumbent must maintain a functioning telephone at residence to aid in contact during recall situations.
• GS-4: There are additional certifications required prior to movement to the GS-05 which include Firefighter I and II; Hazardous Materials Awareness; Hazardous Materials Operations; Driver Operator Pumper; National Registered EMT or CA EMT.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. 30 Percent or More Disabled VeteransCurrent Department of Army Civilian EmployeesCurrent Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel WorkforceInteragency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473Non-Department of Defense (DoD) TransferOffice of Personnel Management (OPM) Interchange Agreement EligiblePeople with Disabilities, Schedule APriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligibleReinstatementVeterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA) 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. For GS-04 grade level: 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 and rescue operations. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-03). OR Education: Two years of education above the high school level in an accredited college or university in Fire Training, Fire Science, or other related fields of study. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide your semester hours of education by 60. Add the two percentages. For the GS-05 grade level: 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, rescue operations and detection, reduction, or elimination of potential fire hazards. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-04). OR Education: Four years of education above the high school level in an accredited college or university in Fire Science, Fire Training, or other related fields of study. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide your semester hours of education by 120. Add the two percentages. For the GS-06 grade level: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience assisting in the controlling or extinguishing fires as a member of an organized military, industrial, volunteer, or governmental fire department or brigade; rescue operations; detection, reduction, or elimination of potential fire hazards; operation of fire communications equipment; and controlling hazardous material incidents. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-05). For the GS-07 grade level: 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; rescue operations; detection, reduction, or elimination of potential fire hazards; operation of fire communications equipment; controlling hazardous materials incidents; and 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-06). In addition to meeting the specialized experience requirements above, applicants must also possess the below certified 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 state or National Registry EMT Certification Card indicating a future expiration date when applicable: DoD Certificates (and NREMT License when applicable): You MUST submit a copy of the following: GS-05: Firefighter I & II; Hazardous Materials Awareness; Hazardous Materials Operations; Driver Operator Pumper; National Registered EMT or CA State EMT. MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF THE CERTIFICATE GS-06: Firefighter I & II; Hazardous Materials Awareness; Hazardous Materials Operation; Driver Operator Pumper; Driver Operator Mobile Water Supply; National Registered EMT or CA State EMT. MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF THE CERTIFICATE GS-07: Firefighter I & II; Hazardous Materials Awareness; Hazardous Materials Operations; Hazardous Materials Technician; Driver Operator Pumper; Driver Operator Mobile Water Supply; National Registered EMT or CA State EMT. MUST UPLOAD A COPY OF THE CERTIFICATE. Note: Rather than submitting individual DoD certificates, if you have received a Student ID# for the DoD Fire and Emergency Services Certification Program website (https://go.usa.gov/xdsTR) you may provide a copy of your most recent certification transcript. If you do not know your Student ID, you may contact the AFCEC Reach-back Center at [email protected] for assistance. Rather than submitting your EMT License, you may print proof of your current EMT License with NREMT from their website (https://www.nremt.org). Within the first year of occupying the position, incumbent must obtain and then continue to maintain the following DoD Firefighter Certification levels: Driver Operator-Aerial National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWGC) Wildland Firefighter Type II Red Card Certification. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Emergency Medical CareFire SuppressionFirefighting EquipmentHazardous Materials Response Time in Grade Requirement: For GS-07 - Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-06). For GS-06 - Must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-05) For GS-05 - Must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-04) To be referred, applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade and qualification requirements within 30 days from the date the referral list is issued.

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.

No substitution of education for experience is permitted for the GS-06 and GS-07.

Contacts

• Address EY-APF-W6CGAA US ARMY GARRISON PRESIDIO OF MONTEREY DO NOT MAIL Presidio of Monterey, CA 93944 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk
• Email: [email protected]