About the Position: Serves as the Fire & Emergency Services Division (FESD) point of contact and technical authority related to administering the Natick Fire Protection, Inspection Engineering & Safety Program. As the program leader, the incumbant is responsible for conducting fire inspections and tracking all engineering issues that occur during construction and engineering projects from cradle to grave. ***THIS POSITION IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR SPECIAL RETIREMENT COVERAGE (SRC).***

Duties

Provides Fire Protection, Inspection Engineering and Fire Prevention Safety reviews and coordination. Inspects complex construction plans, drawings, design specifications, and contract specifications for compliance with applicable fire protection, prevention and life safety codes, regulations, and criteria. Serves as the program leader for fire prevention/inspections. Implements goals, objectives, and milestones for the Natick fire protection/inspection and safety program. Provides expert fire protection and fire prevention consultation, advice and guidance to Directorate of Public Works and all tenant units and organizations at U.S. Army Garrison Natick as necessary. Attends preconstruction conferences, briefs contractor personnel on fire safety procedures and requirements. Provides technical advice to the supervisor regarding the effect of both immediate and long-term planning programs related to fire protection engineering.

Requirements

• Incumbent must obtain and maintain a valid Secret Clearance.
• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• The duties of this position meet the criteria for compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs. Detection of the presence of drugs is warranted.
• This position is subject to a pre-employment drug screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident
• The incumbant must be able to obtain and maintain the following Department of Defense Firefighter Certifications (or reciprocal equivalent): Fire Inspector III, Instructor II, and Plans Examiner I Certifications within 24 months of employment.
• The incumbant must complete a minimum of 40 hours of training in accordance with federal laws and Title III for Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) within 24 months of employment.
• This is a Mission Essential (ME) position performing a Mission Critical Function (MCF) which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions.
• This position has been designated as “Emergency-Essential.” Emergency-Essential designation takes precedence over any transportation agreement or military recall status.
• A Pre-employment and annual physical are required.
• The incumbent will be required to work 40 hours per week.
• This position has a requirement to lift up to 35lb.
• Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operators license.

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, if qualifying based on education. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes (1) Experience in firefighting and fire prevention theory and techniques. (2) Plan, direct, and carry out fire protection and prevention programs. (3) Technical authority for fire protection/inspection for construction projects. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-08). You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Building ConstructionFire EngineeringFire Prevention, Inspection, and Code ComplianceOral Communication

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 DB-APF-W038AA US ARMY SOLDIER SYSTEMS CENTER DO NOT MAIL Natick, MA 01760 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk