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. 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_Primary_SRC.pdf

Duties

You will serve as a member of a firefighting crew engaged in the protection of life and property, responding to alarms and combating fire involving structures, equipment, facilities, crashed and burning aircraft, fuel, chemicals, and brush fires. You will fight fires using turrets and large crash fire rescue firefighting apparatus. You will serve as a Hazardous Material Technician on the installation Hazardous Materials Response Team and respond to the presence or potential releases of hazardous materials both chemical and biological to stop or control the release. Train in preparation for hazardous materials and weapons of mass destruction incident response and procedures; and perform hazard and risk assessment to conduct an incident analysis. You will prepare incident reports and documentation; maintain and decontaminate hazmat equipment and supplies. You will initiate established medical protocols in providing basic life support and perform noninvasive emergency procedures.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires the completion of pre-employment and periodic subsequent medical examination in accordance with DoDM 6055.06 to ensure continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• This position has a requirement to lift up to 50 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.
• 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.
• This position has been designated Mission Essential. 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.
• This position requires the employee to use personal protective equipment provided by the employer.
• This position required the employee to work under adverse environmental conditions and falls under the respiratory protection program and hearing conservation program.
• Must be able to work a minimum of a 72-hour firefighter work schedule.
• The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid New York State driver's license.
• This position requires participation in a cardiovascular physical fitness program.
• This position is subject to an initial drug screening, and random testing thereafter. A negative drug test result must be received by human resources within 30 calendar days after the Entrance on Duty (i.e., start date).
• You may be required to sign a Statement of Understanding if you are selected for this position.
• The work requires the employee drive a motor vehicle.
• See Additional Information below.

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. GS-04 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: Following detailed instructions to assist with basic firefighter duties, such as using and/or maintaining basic firefighter equipment; and administering basic first aid to injured victims. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-03). OR Education: Two years of education above the high school level in an accredited college or university in Fire Training, Fire Science, or other related fields of study. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide your semester hours of education by 60. Add the two percentages. GS-05 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: 1) Utilizing and maintaining firefighting equipment; 2) Applying basic first aid; AND 3) Participating in firefighting and rescue situations. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-04). OR Education: Four years of education above the high school level in an accredited college or university in Fire Science, Fire Training, or other related fields of study. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide your semester hours of education by 120. Add the two percentages. GS-06 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: 1) Performing standard firefighting techniques; 2) Responding to basic hazardous materials incidents; AND 3) Performing basic emergency medical care. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-05). GS-07 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: 1) Operating firefighting equipment such as pumps, foam generators, boom and ground sweep nozzles, and other similar equipment; 2) Operating firefighting vehicles to keep fire in optimum range while ensuring that backflash will not occur; and 3) Completing initial incident analysis by identifying materials involved, determining whether hazardous materials have been released, and evaluating the surrounding conditions. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-06). **In addition to meeting the specialized experience requirement above, applicants must also possess certificates below certified through DoD Fire and Emergency Services Certification System, International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC), or the Fire Service Professional Qualifications System (PRO-Board) in accordance with DoD 6055.06-M. Certificates required at time of application: GS-0081-04 Firefighter (Entry Level) must successfully complete any and all required training, to include being DoD Certified at the Hazardous Materials Awareness, Hazardous Materials Operations, Firefighter I, Firefighter II, and Airport Firefighter level within a maximum of 12 month. GS-0081-05 Firefighter: Firefighter I and II Certifications Hazardous Materials Awareness Certification Hazardous Materials Operations Certification Airport Firefighter Certification GS-0081-06 Firefighter: Firefighter I and II Certifications Hazardous Materials Awareness Certification Hazardous Materials Operations Certification Airport Firefighter Certification Driver Operator Pumper Certification Driver Operator Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) GS-0081-07 Firefighter: Firefighter I and II Certifications Hazardous Materials Technician Certification Airport Firefighter Certification Driver Operator Pumper Certification Driver Operator Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) NOTE: GS-07 - Must also possess and maintain valid National Registry EMT or State equivalent EMT Certification. (Required at time of application). Proof of Age: As this is a Primary Firefighter position, your application package MUST include a government issued document indicating your date of birth. Failure to submit this document will result in your application being marked as incomplete and you WILL NOT receive further consideration for this position. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Emergency Medical CareFire SuppressionFirefighting EquipmentHazardous Materials Response

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

GS06/GS-07 - 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 BN-APF-W0XQAA US ARMY GARRISON FORT DRUM DO NOT MAIL Fort Drum, NY 13602 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk