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. Click here for more information on SRC for Firefighters (Secondary)

Duties

Performs evaluation of program activities to measure the effectiveness and make adjustment to meet program objectives. Assumes command as Incident Commander at major emergencies and disasters. Manages an effective department-wide training program. Provides guidance to subordinates to ensure effectiveness the fire protection and prevention training program. Recommends methods and procedures needed to prevent recurrence of incidents. Performs personnel management duties such as organizing, assigning, reviewing and evaluating work of subordinates.

Requirements

• Must obtain and maintain a secret clearance.
• This position has a requirement to lift up to 40 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. Incumbent is subject to pre-employment drug screening, and random testing thereafter.
• Position requires 120 hours of work per two-week pay period, with one 24-hour work shift each week. Shift work is required to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations. Must be on-call and available for work when needed.
• This position requires the incumbent to wear the prescribed uniform and/or safety apparel while on duty.
• The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions and a government driver's license to operate vehicles.
• This position requires successful completion of an annual Job Performance Test.
• This position requires participation in a cardiovascular physical fitness program.
• This position is Emergency-Essential and takes precedence over transportation agreements and military recall status. In the event of a crisis situation or wartime, the incumbent must continue to perform the duties and requirements of the position.
• 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.
• TD or business travel up to 5% may be required.
• 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.
• A one-year supervisory probationary period is required unless previously completed...

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 Department of Army Civilian EmployeesDomestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel WorkforceInteragency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability RetirementPriority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference EligibleVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 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: 1) Administration of training programs for an organization involved in fire protection and prevention and emergency response. 2) Evaluating the effectiveness of fire protection and prevention programs 3) Ensuring conformance with fire protection program policies, standards, and procedures; and 4) Modifying training to address changes in the processes and procedures associated with fire prevention. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-10). In addition to the specialized experience listed above, to qualify for this position you must possess the following: Firefighter II, Fire Inspector III, Fire Officer II, Fire Instructor III, Hazardous Material Technician, Hazardous Material Incident Commander certifications 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 AND a State or National Registry Emergency Medical Technician basic license indicating a future expiration date. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: AccountabilityManaging Human ResourcesOral CommunicationTeaching Others 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-10).

Contacts

• Address GL-W0K4AA US ARMY PINE BLUFF ARSENAL DO NOT MAIL Pine Bluff, AR 71602 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk