The primary purpose of this position is to provide and supervise over subordinates who provide emergency Police, fire and medical services to the public by answering emergency 911 calls and responding with appropriate personnel and equipment. Click "Learn more about this agency" below to view Eligibilities being considered & other IMPORTANT information.

Duties

The National Defense Authorization Act for FY2020 approved a new, independent Space Force in the Department of the Air Force. The U.S. Space Force is a military service that organizes, trains & equips space forces in order to protect U.S. and allied interests in space and to provide space capabilities to the joint force. This new military branch is taking shape and recruiting! Plans, schedules, supervises, trains, and evaluates the activities and performance of subordinates. Provides emergency 911-call taking and dispatching services. Determines the nature of the emergency in accordance with established guidelines. Performs Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) services to callers with medical emergencies. Incumbent verifies the location and call back number for a medical patient, and determines, the severity of the emergency situation using EMD checklist. Maintains maps, checklists and charts, including automated programs. Maintains a current automated outage status file and ensure oncoming senior fire officials receive current outage reports Operates and maintains telephones, automated data processing equipment, printers, recorders, facility equipment, and other devices installed in the dispatch center. Prepares and maintains reports and records relating to emergency responses.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• "This is a Supervisory Position." A 1-year supervisory probationary period is required if applicant selected has not previously met this requirement.
• Incumbent must participate in recurrent proficiency training, as directed.
• Must participate in exercises by relaying accurate information. Must be resourceful and alert to adequately perform duties.
• Incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a current Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitations (CPR) certification.
• Incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a current Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) certification, including initial and follow-on certification.
• Incumbent is subject to random drug testing.
• Works in close harmony with supervisors, co-workers and others during day-to day routines and during emergencies. Is required to maintain good working relationships with on an doff-base, (cont'd)
• (cont'd) maintaining a consistently courteous attitude at all times. Keeps calm and cool during emergency situations.
• May be required to respond on off-duty time during a conflagration or stay over until an emergency has been terminated or until properly relieved by a qualified dispatcher.
• Incumbent is required to perform critical services regardless of weather conditions or base closure and report to the duty station at the regularly scheduled work time.
• Incumbent is required to work on alternate work schedule, which requires an uncommon tour of duty (including weekends and holidays).
• Incumbent must obtain International Fire Service Accreditation Congress Certification as Telecommunicator, Level II, when the course becomes available.

Qualifications

Continued Conditions of Employment Incumbent must obtain and maintain a secret security clearance. The duties of this position meets all requirements as a category 4 designation, and shall not be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization without seriously impairing the capability of the parent Federal Agency or office to function effectively. This position must be removed from the Ready Reserve and CAN NOT become a member of the Ready Reserve. (In Accordance with (IAW): Department of Defense (DoDD) 1200.7 "Screening the Ready Reserve") This is a Mission-Essential position performing a Mission-Critical-Function which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions. IAW, Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 3020-42, Defense Continuity Programs. The position requires a pre-employment physical examination. In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Clerical and Administrative Support Positions for Dispatching Series, 2151. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR CURRENT/PREVIOUS FEDERAL EMPLOYEES: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-06, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of communications operations procedures and techniques. Knowledge of basic computer operations to include word processing, retrieval and input of data. A qualified typist is not required. Knowledge of location and availability of emergency apparatus, the kind of apparatus and equipment needed for the emergency at hand. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR APPLICANTS WITH NO PREVIOUS FEDERAL EMPLOYMENT: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of communications operations procedures and techniques. Knowledge of basic computer operations to include word processing, retrieval and input of data. A qualified typist is not required. Knowledge of location and availability of emergency apparatus, the kind of apparatus and equipment needed for the emergency at hand. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS FOR CURRENT/PREVIOUS FEDERAL EMPLOYEES: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-06 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-08 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS FOR APPLICANTS WITH NO PREVIOUS FEDERAL EMPLOYMENT: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-08 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1.Knowledge of communications operations procedures and techniques. 2. Knowledge of basic computer operations to include word processing, retrieval and input of data. A qualified typist is not required. 3. Knowledge of location and availability of emergency apparatus, the kind of apparatus and equipment needed for the emergency at hand. 4. Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing using a calm and stable demeanor while dealing with emergency situations. 5. Ability to work independently without immediate supervision. 6. Ability to supervise and work harmoniously with others. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address United States Space Force 1670 Space Force Pentagon Washington, DC 20330 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]