Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position, Fire Protection Inspector, GS-0081-08, is to perform fire prevention and inspection duties designed to detect and reduce or eliminate fire hazards in a high fire expectancy area. Develops and conducts extensive fire protection and prevention education and training programs.

Duties

-Conduct an information program to elicit support and involvement in fire prevention, detection, and suppression. -Perform regular and periodic fire protection inspections. -Inspect, test, and correct deficiencies on a variety of fire protection systems, many of which are complex or designed for a specific operation or hazardous condition. -Review engineering plans and specifications for new construction, alteration, repair, renovation and extension of existing structures. -Develop and maintain a variety of documentation.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• This position may require travel.
• Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period.
• Employee must participate in a mandatory physical fitness program 3 times a week for at least 20 minutes.
• 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.
• The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license is required.
• Position requires the ability to discern colors, contrast, and depth.
• May be required to assist with the Fire Alarm and Communications Center (FACC) work during emergency and critical manning situations in a secondary position.
• May be required to participate on Hazardous Materials Teams (HAZMAT).
• May be called upon to assist in an emergency situation as a Safety/ Accountability Officer.
• The actual work performed has been reviewed and determined it does not meet any of the exemption criteria defined in 5CFR 551. This position is not designated nonexempt.

Qualifications

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, or will have one year within 120 days of closing of this announcement, at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay system. Specialized experience is described as (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-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-08 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. Due to the use of 120 day rosters, applicants within 120 days of completion of TIG requirements are encouraged to apply. 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 recognized standards covering fire protection and prevention techniques and procedures; agency and installation manuals, rules, and regulations; and federal , state, and local fire protection/prevention ordinances and building codes. 2. Knowledge of the theory of fire propagation and progression and the application of accepted techniques and principles to reduce/eliminate hazards in a specialized environment with a high fire expectancy and potential for severity. 3. Knowledge of the layout, design, construction, and contents of buildings; locations of fire protection systems; and other similar characteristics of the installation; and of the latest changes in aircraft cockpit design, ordnance placement, and cabin layout including the operation of hatch or canopy release mechanisms, ejection seat mechanisms, and/or oxygen supply systems when work is associated with active aircraft. 4. Knowledge of health and environmental safety requirements as outlined in applicable safety standards, regulations, and/or technical orders. 5. Ability to develop and conduct training, education, and information programs for a variety of client groups; to maintain good working relations and to use tact and firmness when dealing with operating officials; and to communicate orally and in writing. 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. ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: *PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work requires some physical exertion, such as long periods of standing, walking, bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities while performing inspections or demonstrations during training sessions. NOTE: THIS POSITION REQUIRES A PRE-EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL. *WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is performed in various settings, such as office buildings, warehouses, industrial buildings, or construction sites. In some areas, the employee may be required to wear protective clothing, such as masks, goggles, gloves, or shields. The work may involve moderate risks requiring the exercise of safety precautions when working around fuel transfer operations, construction sites, hospitals, airfields, etc. Employee is required to be certified by the DoD Firefighter Certification Program as Fire Inspector II (includes Fire Inspector I), Fire Instructor I, Hazmat Awareness, Airport Firefighter, HazMat Operations, HazMat Technician, National Registry Emergency Medical Technician*, Apparatus Driver Operator-Pumper, Apparatus Driver Operator-ARFF, and Aerial vehicles (under NFPA Standards adopted by DoD). Please provide copies of your certifications. *NOTE: NREMT will be required within 12 months of employment. The employee may be required to work a 60-hour work week, consisting of four 9-hour days and one 24-hour shift that may include evenings, weekends, and holidays. May be subject to recall. May be required to participate in on-scene firefighting duties during emergencies, low manning periods, or during stand-by-hours while on 24 hour shift. These duties require heavy lifting over 50 pounds on a recurring basis and physical exertion. *Special Retirement Provisions Authority: - FERS: Position covered as secondary position under the Federal Employees' Retirement System's special retirement provisions (5 U.S.C. 8412(d)). Authority: Under Secretary of Defense Memorandum, dated 2 I Nov 03 - CSRS: Position covered as secondary position under the Civil Service Retirement System's special retirement provisions (5 U.S.C. 8366(c)). Authority: Under Secretary of Defense Memorandum, dated 21 Nov 03 This position has been designated as Key. In the event of a crisis, selectee must perform the Key duties until relieved. This position cannot be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization. Requires the incumbent be removed from military recall status. 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.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Wright Patterson AFB 2000 Allbrook Drive Wright Patterson AFB, OH 45433 US
• Name: Brittany Robinson
• Phone: 801-777-0115
• Email: [email protected]