Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. About the Position: Incumbent will serve as a (GS-0081-08) Lead Firefighter (Basic Life Support/Hazmat Technician) in the Directorate of Installation Services, Risk Management Division, Fire and Emergency Services Branch.

Duties

Performs emergency procedures as an Emergency Medical Technician - Basic Performs a variety of firefighting, hazardous material response, and related aid and rescue work associated with buildings, shops, warehouses, storage areas. Use chemicals, axes, bars, hooks, air packs, and other firefighting equipment to extinguish fires and protect life and property. Direct 3 or more crewmembers (including a driver-operator) assigned to a shift in structural firefighting activities and fire related rescue missions.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Must possess/maintain the following DoD Certificates: Fire Officer I Fire Inspector I Fire Instructor I HAZMAT Technician
• This position is designated by the Army as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Army civilian drug-testing program.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station.
• The incumbent works a minimum of a 72 hour week.
• Required to participate in a physical fitness program and pass an annual physical.
• Incumbent is on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week unless TDY or on leave.
• Must possess and maintain Basic EMT Certification.
• Must obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
• Incumbent must possess a valid driver's license.

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. FIREFIGHTER PRIMARY RETIREMENT COVERAGE: This is a primary/rigorous firefighter position under provisions of 5 USC 8336(c) (CSRS) and 5 USC 8412(d)(FERS). Thirty-seven (37) years is the maximum entry age for covered primary/rigorous firefighter positions. Persons not appointed by the last day of the month in which the individual reaches his/her 37th birthday shall not be originally appointed or assigned to these positions. Applicants who are age 37 or over may subtract any of their prior federal service that is in approved primary/rigorous positions and that is creditable for retirement from their current age to meet this age requirement. Applicants must provide proof of this creditable service prior to appointment. The maximum entry age may be waived for applicants eligible for veterans' preference. For more information, follow this link: https://acpol2.army.mil/chra_dodea/FF_Primary_SRC.pdf Current Department of Army Civilian EmployeesDomestic 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.) 13473Priority 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 EligibleVeterans 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: I have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 grade level in the Federal service which includes 1) performing emergency medical care and basic life support 2) responding to hazardous materials incidents, and 3) performing firefighting duties associated with buildings, shops, warehouses, storage areas. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07). Selective Placement Factors: This position has selective placement factor which must be met prior to employment and for continued employment. You must provide proof of certification in your application for the following required DoD Firefighter Certifications:(1) Fire Officer I,(2) Fire Inspector I,(3) Fire Instructor I and(4) HAZMAT Technician. AND Must possess and maintain Basic EMT Certification. You MUST submit a copy of your certification with your application package or you will be rated ineligible. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Emergency Medical CareFire SuppressionFirefighting EquipmentManaging 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-07).

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 GN-W0MLAA TOBYHANNA ARMY DEPOT DO NOT MAIL Tobyhanna, PA 18466 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk