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: This position is located in the Directorate of Emergency Services, Fire Protection and Prevention Division, on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington. This Position is included under the provisions of Special Recruitment Coverage (SRC) and may have both a maximum entry age and mandatory retirement date.

Duties

Perform firefighting duties involving burning structures, equipment, facilities, crashes and burning aircraft, wildland fires, vehicles fires, and spilled or burning of hazardous materials Use firefighting chemicals to extinguish fires in building, vehicles and aircraft Perform emergency fuel and engine system shut down procedures on all types of aircrafts. Assure site protection during and after firefighting operation for fire investigation and assist in determining origin and cause of fire. Serve as driver/operator on all emergency firefighting, aircraft crash rescue, ladder, rescue, hazardous materials response and wildland firefighting vehicles Conduct a complete examination of the patient to determine the nature, extent, and seriousness of their condition and searches for alert symbols Upon arrival, makes a preliminary assessment of the patient's conditions and selects from a variety of prescribed protocols the one which is in the best interest of the patient.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position is covered by the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Program and is subject to initial urinalysis testing and random drug testing thereafter.
• This position requires periodic (e.g. annual) medical examinations following appointment to determine fitness for continued performance of the duties of this position
• All applicants must be able to pass pre-appointment and subsequent periodic medical examinations IAW DoD 6055.05M to determine fitness for continued performance of the duties of the position.
• Must successfully complete an annual Job Performance test
• Incumbent must participate in the Fire Division's Fitness and Wellness Program that includes a cardiovascular physical fitness program IAW NFPA 1583 and DODI 6055.06.
• Incumbent must wear a uniform and appropriate safety apparel in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• This position requires possession of a valid state and government driver's license.
• This position is designated as Mission Essential. Incumbent will be required to report for duty during inclement weather, Natural Disasters, fire hazardous duty, and other emergency situations as directed by the Fire Chief.
• This position work schedule requires working 72 hours per week (144 hours per pay period) which includes at least one 24-hour rotating shift and may include working weekends and holidays.
• This position requires possession of a valid NREMT Paramedic license with a future date prior to appointment. You must be able to meet Washington state Paramedic certification requirements within 180 days of Appointment.
• All applicants will be required to successfully complete an annual emergency vehicle operator's course.

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. Current Civilian Employees of the OrganizationCurrent Department of Army Civilian EmployeesCurrent Department of Army Civilian Employees Applying on Time-Limited Assignments 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 controlling and extinguishing fires; assisting with rescue operations; operating emergency vehicles and equipment and assessing patient's conditions to administer basic treatment; administering life saving measures in response to a medical emergency. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-08). In addition to meeting the experience requirement above, applicants must also possess the following certifications 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 AND a State or National Registry EMT Certification Card indicating a future expiration date when applicable: Certification Requirements at time of application: Firefighter I and II HAZMAT Technician Airport Firefighter Paramedic (must meet state Paramedic certification requirements) Driver Operator - Pumper Driver Operator - Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Emergency Medical CareFire SuppressionOral CommunicationVehicle Operation 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-08).

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 FU-W12KAA US ARMY IMCOM-USAG JBLM DO NOT MAIL Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk