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. About the Position: 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. For more information follow this link: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/140025_vol336.pdf?ver=2017-12-01-105458-707

Duties

Serves as Lead Firefighter directing the operation of one major piece of firefighting apparatus and an ambulance crew. Six to eight firefighters are under his/her leadership control at any time Ensures that crewmembers keep equipment and emergency vehicles in good working order, that quarters are kept clean at all times, and that proper records are kept for his/her crew. Responds to fires as instructed and directs the crew to firefighting positions, placement of apparatus, and the adjustment of water pressure; and coordinates the operation of the emergency response team. Makes and/or directs fire-prevention inspections of buildings, shops, and other facilities in the area. Inspects and tests fire-extinguishing equipment and systems. As an Emergency Medical Technician, responds on site to accidents and other emergencies involving injuries and illnesses.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• The incumbent is required to sign a DA Form 5019-R (Identified as Critical Under the Drug Abuse Testing Program) and must pass urinalysis testing, as required prior to appointment and periodically thereafter.
• Incumbent is subject to periodic (e.g. annual) medical examinations following appointment to determine fitness for continued performance of the duties of the position.
• Incumbent must successfully complete an annual Job Performance Test.
• Incumbent must participate in a cardiovascular physical fitness program.
• Incumbent must wear uniform and safety apparel in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Incumbent is required to report for duty during Natural Disasters and other emergency situations as directed by the Fire Chief. Employee must maintain a functioning telephone at residence to aid in contact during recall situations.
• The work requires the incumbent to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid state and government driver's license is required as well as Emergency Vehicle Operators certification.

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. 30 Percent or More Disabled VeteransCurrent Department of Army Civilian EmployeesCurrent Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)Domestic 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.) 13473Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI)Non-Department of Defense (DoD) TransferPeople with Disabilities, Schedule APriority 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 EligibleReinstatementVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA) 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. Specialized Experience GS-8: One year of specialized experience which includes performing both structural and aircraft firefighting response including controlling and extinguishing fires and rescue operations and responding to accidents and other medical emergencies involving injuries and illnesses. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07). Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone -- no substitution of education for experience is permitted. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: AccountabilityOral CommunicationSearch & RescueTeaching OthersWritten Communication Time in Grade Requirement GS-8: 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-07).

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone -- no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Contacts

• Address A1-W6L7AA US ARMY INSTALLATION MGMT CMD-ALASKA DO NOT MAIL Fort Wainwright, AK 99703 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk