Primary purpose: To provide emergency services to the 1st Fighter Wing assigned aircraft and personnel as well as police, fire and medical services to the public by answering emergency 911 calls and responding with appropriate personnel and equipment for Police, Fire, Medical, hazardous materials (HAZMAT), Confined Space, Nautical, and other types of emergencies. Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information.

Duties

Responds to emergency 911-call by providing emergency dispatching services. Performs Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) services to callers with medical emergencies. Maintains maps, checklists and charts, including automated programs. Operates and maintains telephones, automated data processing equipment, printers, recorders, facsimile equipment, and other devices installed in the dispatch center. Prepares and maintains reports and records relating to emergency responses. Prepares and maintains duty schedules and conducts training relating to Dispatch Center.

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 position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Incumbent must obtain International Fire Service Accreditation Congress Certification as a Telecommunicator, Level II.
• Incumbent is required to work on alternate work schedule, which requires an uncommon tour of duty (including weekends and holidays).
• This position may include information assurance (IA) work as an additional duty. Per Department of Defense (DoD) 8570.01-M, the recipient of this additional duty must achieve the appropriate IA certification (Cont'd)
• (Cont'd) within six months of assignment of these duties. A waiver of this six month requirement may be granted per DoD 8570.01-M, C3.2.4.2 or C3.2.4.3. Failure to receive the proper IA certification may (Cont'd)
• (Cont'd) result in the reassignment of this additional duty to another employee within the organization.
• Incumbent is required to perform critical services regardless of weather conditions or base closure and report to the duty station at the regularly scheduled work time.
• May be required to respond on off-duty time during a conflagration, or stay over until an emergency has been terminated or until properly relieved by a qualified dispatcher.
• Works in close harmony with supervisors, co-workers and others during day-to-day routines and during emergencies. Is required to maintain good working relationships with on and off-base agencies (Cont'd)
• (Cont'd) maintaining a consistently courteous attitude at all times. Keeps calm and cool during emergency situations.
• Incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a current Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) certification, including initial and follow-on certification.
• Incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification.
• Must participate in exercises by relaying accurate information. Must be resourceful and alert to adequately perform duties.
• Incumbent must participate in recurrent proficiency training, as directed.
• Subject to Pre-employment Physical.

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 Clerical and Administrative Support Positions, Dispatching Series 2151. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-06, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of communications operations. Knowledge of basic computer operations to include word processing, retrieval and input of data. A qualified typist is not required. Ability to read grid maps which reflect such systems as electrical, water, gas, central heating distribution, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, and pollution control. Knowledge of location and availability of emergency apparatus, the kind of apparatus and equipment needed for the emergency at hand. 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-06 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-07 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: 1. Knowledge of communications operations. 2. Knowledge of basic computer operations to include word processing, retrieval and input of data. A qualified typist is not required. 3. Ability to read grid maps which reflect such systems as electrical, water, gas, central heating distribution, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, and pollution control. 4. Knowledge of location and availability of emergency apparatus, the kind of apparatus and equipment needed for the emergency at hand. 5. Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing using a calm and stable demeanor while dealing with emergency situations. 6. Ability to work independently without immediate supervision. 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 JB Langley-Eustis 45 Nealy Avenue Ste 224 JB Langley-Eustis, VA 23665 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]