About the Position: The incumbent will serve as the Fire Chief for DES (Directorate of Emergency Services) in Fort Riley, KS. 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_2nd_SRC.pdf

Duties

Administer fire protection and prevention operations throughout the organization. Participate in the development of construction programs assuring that state-of-the-art systems are installed and maintained. Conduct required training programs for personnel regarding the use of firefighting equipment, firefighting techniques, rescue work, first aid, paramedical activities, and appropriate methods of fire prevention inspections. Develop standing operating procedures regarding responses to fire fighting and rescue operations. Provide first response(s) to hazardous material spills and incidents. Coordinate plans pertaining to equipment needs, staffing levels, and budgetary requirements. Prepare personnel actions regarding new hires, promotions, awards, etc. using computerized databases.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position is subject to applicable performance and fitness provisions for firefighters in DoD 6055.SM, Occupational Medical Examinations and Surveillance Manual.
• 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 screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident.
• 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.
• Position may be designated as a Key Position IAW AR 690-8. Position may not be filled by Ready Reservist.
• Incumbent may work up to a 120 hour or 112 hour pay period that includes two 24 hour shifts per-pay period and may include nights, weekends and holidays.
• 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.
• Subject to completion of a one-year probationary period for assignment to supervisory (or managerial) position.
• The incumbent will be required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450, (SCFR Part 2634, Subpart I USOGE, 6/08).
• OGE 450 is required IAW Executive Branch Personnel. Confidential Financial Disclosure Report is required upon entering the position and annually, IAW DoD Directive 5500-7-R, Joint Ethics Regulation, dated 23 March 2006.

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)Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) Interchange AgreementDomestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel WorkforceExecutive Order (E.O.) 12721Interagency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI)Non-Department of Defense (DoD) TransferOffice of Personnel Management (OPM) Interchange Agreement EligiblePeople with Disabilities, Schedule APriority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability RetirementPriority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference EligibleReinstatementVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 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, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes 1). Establish procedures to implement program requirements regarding fire prevention; 2). Review engineer plans and physical layouts to provide recommendations to prevent potential fire hazards; 3). Coordinate fire protection activities with surrounding communities to negotiate mutual support agreements; and 4). Distribute workload to ensure organizational deadlines are met. Selective Placement Factor: Incumbent must be certified, at the time of employment, within the Department of Defense (DOD) Firefighter Certification System, Fire Service Professional Qualifications System (FSPQS)/ProBoard, or International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC). Must have the following certifications: Fire Officer IV, Fire Inspector II, Fire Instructor II, Hazardous Material Incident Command, and Airport Firefighter. (Note: Must include copies of certifications with your application to receive further consideration.) You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Emergency ResponseFire Prevention, Inspection, and Code ComplianceHazardous Materials ResponseManages Human Resources 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-12).

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 EM-APF-W0VMAA US ARMY GARRISON FORT RILEY HQ DO NOT MAIL Fort Riley, KS 66442 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk