LEAD FIREFIGHTER (HAZARDOUS MATERIALS TECHNICIAN) with Security Clearance
Company: Department of the Air Force
Location: Tye
Posted on: April 18, 2024
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Job Description:
Duties--- Leads a crew of three or more firefighters, including
at least one firefighter (GS-07 or military equivalent) assigned to
man a major piece of motorized firefighting equipment such as a
pumper, aerial ladder truck, or Airport Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF)
vehicle in firefighting and rescue operations.--- Directs
firefighting crew in the operation of firefighting vehicles and
equipmentDirects assigned crew in the performance of crash/rescue
and firefighting duties at airfields handling complex (e.g.,
bombers, cargo, and passenger) aircraft; the performance of
structural firefighting duties for a variety of facilities which
may include research and/or large industrial complexes; and the
performance of hazardous material (HAZMAT) containment and control
and/or Basic Life Support duties.--- Leads assigned crew and
performs emergency rescue of personnel and a variety of first aid
measures to alleviate further injury and prepare the victim(s) for
transport to a medical facilityAssigns crew members to perform
maintenance of firefighting equipment and fire station
facilities.--- Complies with health, safety, and environmental
rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances
the safety of the work environment.--- This position will support
the Federal Government's response to efforts to
COVID-19Requirements Conditions of Employment--- U.SCitizenship
Required--- Males must be registered for Selective Service, see
www.sss.gov--- If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF
RegulationsIf receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to
completing/signing a CONUS agreementMore information on PCS
requirements, may be found at:
https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/--- This posn is subject
to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program--- Disclosure
of Political Appointments--- Employee must participate in a
mandatory physical fitness program.--- Employee is required to use
all safety equipment and clothing provided by management.--- The
employee is required to work a 72 hour week on a 24 hour on, 24
hour off basis which includes weekends and holidaysMay be subject
to recall.--- This is a Drug Testing Designated PositionThe
employee is subject to random drug testing (IAW HQ-USAF letter
dated 29 Jan 90).--- This position requires the employee to work
under adverse environmental conditions and falls under the
respiratory protection program and hearing conservation program.---
The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicleAn
appropriate, valid driver's license is required.--- Position
requires the ability to discern colors, contrast, and depth.--- May
be required to work the Fire Alarm and Communications Center
(FACC).--- The work may require the incumbent to obtain and
maintain a Secret security clearance.--- This is a Mission
Essential (ME) position performing a Mission Critical Function
(MCF) which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an
emergency and continued through full resumption of all
functions.--- IAW, DoDI 3020-42, Defense Continuity Programs.--- A
pre-employment physical is required for this positionQualifications
THIS IS AN OBLIGATED POSITION WHICH AN EMPLOYEE HAS RETURN
RIGHTSUPON THE EMPLOYEES RETURN, INCUMBENT COULD BE SUBJECT TO
REASSIGNMENTThis is a Term position NTE 1 Jan 2026; the individual
selected for this position may be extended without further
competitionCurrent Federal civilian employees may apply for this
position using "Reinstatement" eligibility and if selected, a break
in service of at least 4 calendar days may be required prior to
appointment to this positionIn 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 occupational requirements IOR
for the GS Fire Protections and Prevention Series 0081SPECIALIZED
EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have least one year of specialized
experience at the GS-07 (or higher) grade level or equivalent in
other pay systems which demonstrates the particular knowledge,
skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the
positions: (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 preventionFEDERAL
TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS)
POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable
time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligibleOne year at the
GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for
the GS-08 levelTIG applies if you are in a current GS position or
held a GS position within the previous 52 weeksKNOWLEDGE, 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:--- Knowledge to drive and
operate firefighting vehicles of significant complexity; of the
principles of hydraulics as they pertain to water flow, water
pressure, water levels, line (friction) losses, etc.; and of basic
and specialized firefighting equipment (fire alarm system
operation, fire extinguishing equipment operation, etc.),
techniques, and procedures.--- Knowledge of emergency first aid
techniques; safety requirements as outlined in applicable safety
standards, regulations, and/or technical orders; and HAZMAT
emergency response procedures, equipment, and identification.---
Knowledge of basic building design, construction, and occupancy;
and of the latest changes in aircraft cockpit design, ordnance
placement, and cabin layouts to include the operation of hatch or
canopy release mechanisms, ejection seat mechanisms, and/or oxygen
supply systems.--- Skill in detecting and recognizing fire hazards
(potential and immediate), and operating communications
equipment.--- Ability to maintain good working relations;
communicate orally and in writing; and lift and carry heavy
loads.--- Ability to provide leadership and integrate the actions
of a crew under emergency conditionsMAXIMUM ENTRY AGE: Title 5
U.S.C3307 authorizes the head of any agency to establish a maximum
entry age for the original appointment of individuals to the
position of primary and rigorous firefighterFor initial
appointments, applicants cannot have reached their 37th birthday by
date of appointmentIndividuals who are past the maximum entry age
limit (37 years) and have prior Federal civilian firefighter
experience covered by title 5 U.S.Csection 8336(c), need to upload
their first Appointment SF50's into a GS-0081 position to verify if
age waiver is still required or if that time can be subtracted from
your current age and qualify for reentry without the age
waiverEffective 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
levelApplicants must list their current firefighter related
licenses and certificates on their resumesPlease attach copies of
certifications when you submit the resume to verify qualification
requirements for the positionCertification requirements for this
position are: Fire Officer I, Fire Instructor I, Fire Inspector I,
HAZMAT Awareness, HAZMAT Operations, Airport Firefighter (includes
Firefighter I, II), Apparatus Driver Operator- Aircraft Rescue and
Firefighting, Apparatus Driver Operator- Pumper, and Apparatus
Driver Operator- Mobile Water Supply (MWS)FF Certs Obtained After
EOD: Must be able to obtain and maintain EMT-B certification within
one year of the hire dateIMPORTANT: 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 transcriptNote: If you do not know your
Student ID, you may contact the AFCEC Reachback center at 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 considerationSpecial Retirement Provisions Authority: FERS
Position covered as rigorous under the FERS special retirement
provisions for Federal firefighters [5 U.S.C8401(14), 5
U.S.C8412(d), and 5 CFR 842.802]Position covered as rigorous under
the CSRS special retirement provisions for Federal firefighters [5
U.S.C8331(21), 5 U.S.C8336(c), and 5 CFR 831.902]PART-TIME OR
UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and
or part-time workYou must clearly identify the duties and
responsibilities in each position held and the total number of
hours per weekVOLUNTEER 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
employmentYou will receive credit for all qualifying experience,
including volunteer experienceEducation This job does not have an
education qualification requirementAdditional information
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For
information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here To be
well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy,
displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above
for this positionYou must submit a copy of the agency notice, your
most recent performance
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