This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Domestic Defense Industrial Base (DIB) & Major Range and Test Facilities Base (MRTFB) to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: This permanent position may be filled at the GS-7 or 8 level. Non-competitive promotion up to the full performance level (GS-08) is authorized when eligible and recommended by management.

Duties

Perform fire prevention functions that include inspections, training, scheduling including formal lectures and practical demonstrations. Coordinates the investigation of all fires for cause and circumstances, prepares and files reports. Reviews the installation fire regulations annually and makes necessary changes consistent with applicable directives and precedents. Inspects and corrects deficiencies in a variety of fixed fire protection systems, many of which are complex and/or designed for the specific operations and hazardous conditions. Must be especially alert to new or unusual types of combustibles or other hazardous materials and recognize conditions of high fire expectancy and severity.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Position requires certification levels: CPR, Fire Fighter I, Fire Fighter II, Fire Inspector I, Fire Inspector II, Fire Instructor I, HAZMAT Technician, HAZMAT Operations, Apparatus Driver Operator-Pumper, and Apparatus Driver Operator-Aerial.
• A valid State driver's license and Government driver's license are mandatory.
• A pre-employment and continuing drug testing is required.
• Incumbent is normally required to work 56 hours per week.
• Physical fitness training is required for the position. Incumbent must pass a Firefighters Agility Test.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized 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. GS-07: Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-06 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Assisting in the technical inspection in areas and facilities with special hazards; 2) Inspecting and testing a variety of fire extinguishing and reporting systems with some guidance; and 3) Preparing written inspection reports and violations notices for review. GS-08: Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-07 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Interpreting and facilitating an effective and comprehensive formal fire prevention services program, through inspections, training, contact with officials and enforcement of fire regulations; 2) Planning directing and facilitating all functional aspects of fixed facility inspections; and 3) Teaching home prevention and emergency procedures. CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS (GS-08): For the GS-08 the incumbent must possess the following certifications: Fire Inspector I and II; Fire Instructor I; and HAZMAT Awareness. These certifications must have been awarded by DoD, IFSAC or ProBoard to meet the requirement. (NOTE: You must attach copies of all certifications or you will be rated ineligible.)

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address BG-APF-W6B9AA USAG ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL DO NOT MAIL Rock Island, IL 61299 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk