This position is assigned to the Facility Management/Fire Department provision of fire protection and suppression services at the 88-acre Butler VA Medical Center complex in Butler, Pennsylvania.

Duties

***THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION*** This position involves a multi-grade career ladder. The major duties listed below represent the full performance level of GS-7. At the GS-3, GS-4, GS-5, and GS-6 grade levels, you will perform assignments of a more limited scope and with less independence. You will progressively acquire the background necessary to perform at the full performance level of GS-7. Promotion is at the discretion of the supervisor and is contingent upon satisfactory performance, availability of higher-level work, and availability of funds. Major duties and responsibilities include: Performs initial and on-going focused patient assessment and physical examination. Manages respiratory and cardiac emergencies to include performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), bag-valve-mask resuscitation, and automatic external defibrillation. Assists the injured by applying knowledge and training for such purposes to use direct pressure and tourniquets to stop bleeding, check the airway for obstructions, perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation, or immobilize for safe transport. Drives an ambulance under non-emergency and emergency conditions. Manages respiratory and cardiac emergencies to include performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), bag-valve-mask ventilations, and using an automatic external defibrillation (AED). Assists patients in taking emergency medications for certain complaints under the direction of standing orders or of a Physician. Employs hazard and risk assessment techniques to complete incident analysis. Assists in the developing of strategy to mitigate hazardous release. Operates fire attack lines and applying fire streams for fire control and extinguishment. Establishes water supply connections to hydrants, sprinkler systems, standpipes, and fire apparatus. Loads, unloads, and advances fire hoses. Makes forcible entry into locked and concealed areas, i.e., prying open doors, removing windows, etc. Places and climbs ground ladders with equipment for fire control, ventilation, rescue, or other fire ground work. Performs other related duties as assigned DESIGNATED DRUG-TESTING POSITION: Applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Applicants will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test result is received. Work Schedule: Rotating 24-hour and 48-hour shifts Recruitment & Relocation Incentives: Not authorized. Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved. Financial Disclosure Report: Not Required.

Requirements

Qualifications

This position includes Selective Placement Factors (skill, knowledge, ability or other worker characteristic basic to - and essential for - satisfactory performance of the job). Selective Placement Factors are a prerequisite to appointment and represent minimum requirements for a position. Applicants who do not meet it are ineligible for further consideration. The Selective Placement Factors for this position are:** Copies of certifications must be submitted if selected for an interview. Firefighter II Certification from the National Pro Board or International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC). (Required for GS4-GS7 grades) Hazardous Materials Certification at the Operations Level from the from the National Pro Board or International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC). (Required for GS4-GS7 grades). Hazardous Materials Certification at the Technician Level from the National Pro Board or International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC). (Required for GS-7 grade). State or national registry Emergency Medical Technician certification (Required for GS5-GS7 grades). Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator-Pumper Certification from the from the National Pro Board or International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC). (Required for GS-6 and GS-7 grades). Note: You must obtain National Pro Board or International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) Fire Inspector II certification within 24 months of appointment. GS-3 REQUIREMENT: At least six (6) months of general work experience or military service that demonstrates the ability to follow directions and to read, understand, and retain a variety of instructions, regulations, and procedures and that otherwise demonstrates the ability to perform or learn to perform the duties of the position. NOTE: Clear details of experience required, your resume must show complete information for each job entry, such as beginning and ending dates of employment, duties performed, and/or total hours worked per week. ~OR~ Education: Successfully completed one (1) year of Firefighter training obtained as part of a high school curriculum- which may be substituted for the 6 months of general experience required. NOTE: Transcripts Required Combination: Equivalent combination of general experience and education as described above to meet the total requirements for this position. GS-4 REQUIREMENT: At least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-3) in the federal service that has given me the knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform the duties of a Firefighter. Such duties may include (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. ~OR~ Education: Successfully completed a 2-year course of study in an accredited college or university in Fire Training, Fire Science, or other related fields of study. NOTE: Transcripts Required ~OR~ Combination: Equivalent combination of successfully completed post-high school education (beyond the second year) and specialized experience as described above to meet the total requirements for this position. The education portion must include courses in Fire Science, Fire Training, or other related fields of study in an accredited college or university. GS-5 REQUIREMENT: At least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-4) in the Federal service that has given me the knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform the duties of a Firefighter at the GS-5 level. Such duties may include (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. At the GS-5 level, these assignments would have been performed within a more limited scope and with less independence, working with supervision for routine tasks or as a member of a team for more complicated or involved tasks, consulting the supervisor for guidance on problems and with duties monitored for accuracy. ~OR~ Education: Successfully completed a 4-year course of study above high school leading to a bachelor's degree in an accredited college or university with the major study in Fire Science, Fire Training, or other related fields of study. NOTE: Transcripts Required ~OR~ Combination: I have an equivalent combination of successfully completed post-high school education (beyond the second year) and specialized experience as described above to meet the total requirements for this position. The education portion must include courses in Fire Science, Fire Training, or other related fields of study in an accredited college or university. GS-6 REQUIREMENT: Have at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-5) in the federal service that has given me the particular knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform the duties of a Firefighter. Such duties may include (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. These assignments would have been performed of a more limited scope and with less independence than the full performance level, and be performed under supervision, consulting with the supervisor when problems are encountered. GS-7 REQUIREMENT: Have at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-6) in the federal service that has given me the knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform the duties of a Firefighter (Basic Life Support). Such duties may include (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. At this level, assignments would have been performed independently, with little or no supervision, only consulting with the supervisor when unusual problems are encountered. You will be rated on the following Competencies as part of the assessment questionnaire for this position: Emergency CareFire ManagementFirst ResponseHazardous Materials IMPORTANT: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. All experience listed on your resume must include the month and year start/end dates. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.

Education

IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.

NOTE: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: Recognition of Foreign Qualifications | International Affairs Office (ed.gov).

Contacts

• Address VA Butler Healthcare 353 North Duffy Road Butler, PA 16001 US
• Name: VHA National Recruitment Center
• Phone: (844)456-5208
• Email: [email protected]