Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as Assistant Chief of Operations in charge of the management and control one of two alternating 24-hour shifts, supervising all firefighters in fire ground situations as well as the performance of care and maintenance of apparatus and equipment.

Duties

As an Assistant Chief of Operations on a 24-hour duty shift, participates in the administration and planning of a comprehensive fire prevention and firefighting and rescue program of a sufficient magnitude at the installation. Serves as the on-scene commander of a fire/crash scene until relieved by the Fire Chief or Deputy Fire Chief. Supervises fire alarm communication center operations to ensure all firefighting equipment and personnel are dispatched as required. Performs supervisory personnel management responsibilities. This position will support the Federal Government's response to efforts to COVID-19.

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 posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
• This position is designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force civilian drug-testing program.
• As a mandatory requirement for employment in this TDP, the incumbent is to (a) refrain from the use of illegal drugs and (b) if required, submit to urinalysis testing.
• The selectee must sign statements acknowledging the position is identified as a TDP.
• Must be able to pass pre-appointment physical and subsequent annual medical examinations
• IAW NFPA 1582: Standard on Comprehensive Occupational Medical Program for Fire Departments to determine fitness for continued performance of the duties of the position.
• Employee must participate in a mandatory physical fitness program.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• This position works 144-hour bi-weekly tour of duty and subject to rotating assignments between all fire stations to meet staffing requirements in support of the mission. Subject to recall and is inclement weather position.
• The incumbent will be required to wear uniform, use personnel protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus.
• This position requires the employee to work under adverse environmental conditions and falls under the respiratory protection program and hearing conservation program.
• The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate valid driver’s license is required, and position requires the ability to discern colors, contrast, and depth.
• The Fire Chief may appoint the incumbent to serve on the following team: Response Task Force (RTF). Upon assignment to one of these teams all training requirements will be completed within the timeframe as required by the Fire Chief.

Qualifications

Continued from Conditions of Employment: This position is designated as a key position IAW AFI 36-507. Duties of this position are essential to the accomplishment of wartime/contingency operations. Incumbents of key positions must be removed from their military recall status if alternatives for filling of the position during an emergency are not available. No alternatives available to support and be removed from any military recall status. Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance as a condition of employment. This position may be designated mission essential based on local conditions. Mission essential personnel report for duty at normal times when the base is closed or delayed reporting and remain on duty during phased or early release. Qualifications: In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, to include the individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for the GS Fire Protections and Prevention Series 0081. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience which is equivalent to Federal experience at the next lower grade (GS-10) level or equivalent (grade level, pay schedule, pay band, etc.) and is described in detail in my resume. An example of creditable specialized experience includes: (1) controlling or extinguishing fires as a member of an organized military, industrial, volunteer, or governmental fire department or brigade; (2) rescue operations; (3) detection, reduction, or elimination of potential fire hazards; (4) operation of fire communications equipment; (5) controlling hazardous materials incidents and/or (6) developing, implementing, or providing training in fire protection and prevention. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-10 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 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: Knowledge of the theory, principles, methods, techniques, and practices of firefighting and rescue operations. Knowledge of the operation of fire department communications equipment. Ability to operate and direct others in operating under stressful and dangerous conditions. Ability to formulate and effectively implement firefighting/emergency response plans and to direct personnel in such operations. Ability to plan, organize, and direct functions and to mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff of an organization. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Effective 1 Jun 00, all DoD firefighters and contract fire and emergency service personnel must be certified at the next higher level before being eligible for promotion to that level. Applicants must list their current firefighter related licenses and certificates on their resumes. Please attach copies of certifications when you submit the resume to verify qualification requirements for the position. Certification requirements for this position are: Fire Officer III (includes Fire Officer I, II), Fire Instructor II (includes Fire Instructor I), Fire Inspector II (includes Fire Inspector I), HAZMAT Incident Commander (includes HAZMAT Awareness, HAZMAT Operations), and Airport Firefighter (includes Firefighter I, II). The incumbent of this position must be current and maintain Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) or higher and CPR/AED certifications as a condition of employment. The incumbent of this position must have completed the following Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Courses: Incident Command System 300 and 400. FF Certifications Required After EOD: The incumbent must successfully complete the requirements under the Air Force Fire Emergency Services Credentialing (FESCRE) Program and Incident Commander within 365 days of hiring as a condition of employment. The incumbent of this position must sustain NWCG Wildland Red Card requirements to include annual work capacity test. If the incumbent does not currently hold the WLF Red Card, they must complete all academic and work capacity test requirements within six months as a condition of employment. IMPORTANT: If you have received a Student ID# for the DoD Fire and Emergency Services Certification Program website (https://go.usa.gov/xdsTR) please provide a copy of your most recent certification transcript. Note: If you do not know your Student ID, you may contact the AFCEC Reachback center at [email protected]. If you do not have a Student ID and/or cannot access the Certificate Program site, you must upload a copy of your individual certifications or transcript at the time of your application or you will be removed from consideration. Special Retirement Provisions Authority: FERS Position covered as secondary under the FERS special retirement provisions for Federal firefighters [5 U.S.C. 8401(14), 5 U.S.C. 8412(d), and 5 CFR 842.802]. Position covered as secondary under the CSRS special retirement provisions for Federal firefighters [5 U.S.C. 8331(21), 5 U.S.C. 8336(c), and 5 CFR 831.902]. 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 Kirtland AFB 1551 Wyoming Blvd SE Bldg 20325 Kirtland AFB, NM 87117 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]