If you have experience providing leadership to firefighters performing emergency duties of a specialized and hazardous nature, and are a knowledgeable, talented, and motivated individual, consider joining the Division of Fire and Rescue Services (DFRS). This position is located in the Division of Fire and Rescue Services, Security and Emergency Response, Office of the Director, Office of Research Services (ORS).

Duties

The incumbent serves as an assistant to the Chief, Division of Fire and Rescue Services (NIH Fire Chief) and serves in that capacity during his absence. The incumbent provides technical and administrative support to the Fire Chief. This is a supervisory and technical position involving emergency duties and responsibilities of a specialized and hazardous nature requiring a high degree of physical fitness, agility, and dexterity for sustained periods. Serves as the platoon Incident Commander on incidents involving chemicals, biological agents, radiological agents, and specialized rescue emergencies. Incumbent is able to implement the DFRS Emergency Response Plan, performs the classification, identification, and verification on known and unknown materials by using advanced survey instruments and equipment. Performs in-depth hazard and risk assessment of hazardous materials/performs specialized control/containment/and confinement operations within the capabilities of the resources and protective equipment available. Responds to medical emergencies; at times working under severe conditions and circumstances in providing emergency treatment and stabilization of the critically ill or injured. Serves as supervisor in charge of one of two platoons and has total responsibility for both the administrative and operational activities of his/her shift.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.
• Employment is subject to the successful completion of the pre-appointment process (i.e., background investigation, verification of qualifications and job requirements, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, etc.)
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
• Applicants must meet all qualifications requirements within thirty (30) calendar days of the closing date of this announcement, including time in grade.
• Incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance. Pre-employment and/or random drug and alcohol testing maybe required for this position.
• If selected, you are required to obtain and maintain a valid state driver’s license covering the apparatus currently utilized by the Division of Fire and Rescue Services and must be able to obtain and maintain a class B driver’s license.
• This position requires weekend hours, night shifts, regular or rotational shifts, holiday hours. This position has on-call or call-back requirements.
• If selected, you cannot have reached your 37th birthday prior to an initial Federal Firefighter appointment. If selected, you will be covered by a bargaining unit (union). You must be able to lift heavy items weighing over 50 lbs or more.
• If selected, you will be required to wear a uniform and may be required to use heavy, cumbersome, restrictive personal protective clothing or gear such as masks, gowns, coats, boots, goggles, gloves, shields, body armor, encapsulating suits, etc.
• You must pass a pre-employment physical examination which requires an high degree of physical fitness/agility/and dexterity for sustained periods. Immunizations are required. All physicals have to be completed on the Bethesda Campus with OMS.
• If selected, you must successfully complete an annual Job Performance test. If selected, you must participate in the department’s cardiovascular physical fitness program to include a physical exercise program and annual physical examination.
• You must obtain a current certification by the State of Maryland or the National Registry as an Emergency Medical Technician; must obtain certification from the State of Maryland within 6 months of appointment.
• You must be able to stand for prolonged periods on concrete floors and walk over rough and uneven terrain. The selectee must be able to bend, stoop, walk, stand, and climb, and work in cramped positions.
• The selectee must be able to work outdoors under all weather conditions. You may work in hazardous environments or handle hazardous substances.
• If selected, you may be expected to obtain and/or maintain Automatic External Defibrillator certification, certification of cardiopulmonary resuscitation training, and Maryland Fire and Rescue certified training in Trench Rescue.
• If selected, you will be expected to complete the following courses: Radiation Safety in the Laboratory and Radiation Safety for Firefighters training course sponsored by NIH.
• If selected, you will be expected to complete the following courses: Pumps and Hydraulics, Emergency Vehicle Operations, Aerial Apparatus Operator, and Truck Company Operations training.
• If selected, additional certifications you may be expected to obtain and/or maintain certification by the University of Maryland or another certified training agency in Confined Space Rescue meeting the requirements of the OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146.
• If selected, you will be expected to obtain and/or maintain the following Licenses/Certifications: Hazmat Technician and Hazmat Incident Commander meeting the requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29 CFR 1910.120.
• If selected, you may be expected to obtain and/or maintain certification by the University of Maryland or the National Certification Review Board at the Fire Officer III level, Fire Service Instructor II level and Fire Inspector II level.

Qualifications

You qualify at the GS-11 level, if you meet the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 grade level in the Federal service that demonstrates your ability as an Assistant Fire Chief performing the following types of tasks: 1) developing, implementing, or providing training in fire protection and prevention; 2) maintaining and preparing monthly reports relating to fire department activities; 3) directing the work of the firefighters that are engaged in fire suppression, technical rescue, and hazardous material response/containment; 4) interpreting and applying the standard operating procedures, rules, regulations, codes, within the fire department; and 5) providing supervision and/or direction to other firefighters. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire. Ensure you support your self-ratings with the information you provide in your application. We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer. In addition to the previous requirements, you must demonstrate possession of the following selective factor to qualify for the position: You must possess a current certification by the State of Maryland or the National Registry as an Emergency Medical Technician. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12553105

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address National Institutes of Health 6701 Rockledge Drive Bethesda, MD 20892 US
• Name: Lori Palmer
• Phone: 301-594-3598
• Email: [email protected]