The primary purpose of this position is to serve as Assistant Chief for Training responsible for developing and managing a comprehensive training program of a sufficient magnitude for all functional areas of the base Fire Protection Flight. May be called upon to assume full responsibility for the Fire Chief and/or the Deputy Fire Chief in his or her absence.

Duties

1. This position will support the Federal Government's response efforts to COVID-19. 2. As the Assistant Chief of Training, plans, develops, implements, reviews, and evaluates the comprehensive fire prevention training, safety, and hazardous material handling programs at the installation. Assesses the applicability of current program objectives and recommends changes when necessary. 3. Prepares monthly, quarterly, semiannual, and annual training schedules for approval. Plans and schedules work to meet program goals and objectives. 4. Conducts recurring proficiency training in each functional area of fire protection. Conducts live (announced) crash fire training and structural exercises.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov.
• A security clearance may be required.
• 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/regulator.
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• This position is designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force civilian drug-testing program.
• The employee is required to work a 60-hour work week. The employee may be required to work rotating shifts which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or one 24-hour shift per week. May be subject to recall.
• May be required to participate in on-scene firefighting duties during emergencies, low-manning periods, or during standby hours while on 24-hour shift. These duties require heavy lifting and physical exertion.
• Serves as the Assistant Chief of Operations for one 24-hour shift on a weekly basis. Responds to all emergency calls during this tour of duty.
• This position requires the employee to work under adverse environmental conditions and falls under the respiratory protection program and hearing conservation program.
• Incumbent must participate in a mandatory physical fitness program and pass an annual physical exam.
• Incumbent is required to use all safety equipment and clothing provided by management.
• Position requires the ability to discern colors, contrast, and depth.
• The incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• The work requires the incumbent to drive a motor vehicle. As appropriate, valid driver's license is required.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• This position requires a pre-employment physical/medical examination.

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-0081, Fire Protection and Prevention Series. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-10, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of 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. Note: Your resume must show supporting detail in describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. 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. 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]. OR 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]. 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 Fighter Certification system as Fire Officer III, Fire Instructor III, Fire Inspector II, and HAZMAT Incident Commander, Airport Fire Fighter. IMPORTANT: Please upload copies of your FF certs. 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. 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 the principles, concepts, methodology, and recognized standards covering fire protection and prevention techniques and procedures; agency and installation manuals, rules, and regulations; and federal, state, and local fire protection/prevention ordinances and building codes. 2. Knowledge of the theory of fire propagation and progression and the application of accepted techniques and principles to reduce or eliminate hazards in a specialized environment with a high fire expectancy and potential for severity. 3. Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of fire protection and prevention proficiency training. 4. Ability to prepare and present appropriate fire protection/prevention material for training purposes. 5. 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. 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]