FIREFIGHTER (CREW CHIEF-DRIVER OPERATOR) (TITLE 5)

Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a FIREFIGHTER (CREW CHIEF-DRIVER OPERATOR) (TITLE 5), Position Description Number T6315000 and is part of the NC ANG, National Guard (ANG-145th CES / MD 01082957 / 01082971).

Duties

• As a FIREFIGHTER, GS-0081-06, you will drive and operate firefighting vehicles, such as pumpers, aerial ladder trucks, and Airport Rescue Firefighting (ARFF) vehicles; drive to the scene of the fire following a predetermined route or selecting an alternate, when necessary, and positions vehicle considering factors, such as wind direction, sources of water, hazards from falling structures, location of armament on aircraft; lead a crew in the operation of pumps, foam generators, extended waterways, ground sweep nozzles, and other similar equipment; determine proper pressures, the number of lines, and relays requirements to the booster pumper. When operating a crash truck, maneuvers vehicle to keep the fire in optimum range while ensuring that backflash or flashover will not occur; maintain constant awareness of levels in self-contained breathing apparatus and warns other firefighters when tanks are close to empty; assist in training other firefighters on driving vehicles and operating equipment; participate as a member of the base HAZMAT Response Team' participate in the DoD Fire and Emergency Services Firefighter Certification System; perform and direct assigned crew in the performance of crash/rescue and firefighting duties at airfields handling large or complex aircraft (e.g. fighters, bombers, cargo, passenger); perform and lead assigned crew in structural firefighting duties for a variety of facilities which may include research and/or large industrial complexes; perform and lead assigned crew in the rescue of personnel and a variety of first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepare the victim(s) for transport to a medical facility; maintain firefighting equipment and fire station facilities; lead a crew of one or two firefighters, GS-04 or GS-05, assigned to man the major piece of motorized firefighting equipment in firefighting and rescue operations; perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

General Experience: To qualify for this position, your resume must reflect sufficient experience and/or education to perform the duties of the position for which you are applying. Your resume is key in evaluating your experience, as it relates to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your work experience. Specialized Experience: Must possess at least one year of specialized experience or equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-05), in the Federal service in the normal line of progression for the occupation. . Experience that demonstrated the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to perform successfully the duties of the position. Such duties may include (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.1 year equivalent to at least next lower grade level* Certifications: Must be certified by the DoD Firefighter Certification system as Airport Firefighter (includes Firefighter I, II), Hazmat Operations (includes Hazmat Awareness), Apparatus Driver Operator- Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting, Apparatus Driver Operator- Pumper, Apparatus Driver Operator- Aerial*, Apparatus Driver Operator- Mobile Water Supply (MWS)*. (asterisk means optional) Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-06 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-05 Level. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. Mandatory Required Mandatory Required Experience: 1. 3-5 years experience operating in a combination department with Title 5, Air National Guard and State of North Carolina employees. 2. Experience operating at a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) controlled Index E airport with Air Force, Army, Commercial Carrier, private aviation, and corporately owned aircraft. 3. Experience operating in Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge required areas under the supervision of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA). 4. Familiarity with the Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (MABAS). 5. 3-5 years supervisory or management experience to include Geographically Separated Unit (GSU) which provides certification training to all Air National Guard firefighters. 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Requirements

Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. You may be required to successfully complete a 1- or 2- year probation/trail period to assess performance, conduct, agency needs, public interest, and efficiency. Employment ends unless certified in writing that it advances the agencies interest. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program. Must comply with the AF Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Refer to DoD 6055.06-M, February 23, 2006, Table C2.T1, DoD Fire and Emergency Services Minimum Qualification Standards and Certification Requirements http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/corres/pdf/605506m.pdf. Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft. Incumbent may work a minimum of a 56-60 hour week with the supervisor's approval. Incumbent is on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week unless TDY or on leave. Required to participate in a physical fitness program and pass an annual physical. This position is covered by the Special Retirement Provisions Authority: Per OPM Letter dated 26 Jun 89 & DOD Memorandum dated 31 Aug 89, one of the following may apply: FERS - Position covered as secondary under the FERS special retirement provisions for Federal firefighters [5 USC 8401(14), 5 USC 8412 (d), and 5 CFR 842.802]. Authority: Secretary of Defense Memorandum, dated 31 Aug 89. OR CSRS - Position covered as a secondary position under the CSRS special retirement provisions for Federal firefighters [5 USC 8331 (21), 5 USC 8336(c), and 5 CFR. Position designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. This designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by the TAG. Position emergency essential (E-E). he incumbent must meet all requirements of E-E positions and may be required to take a series of vaccinations and annual boosters to immunize against anthrax and other diseases. During a crisis, the incumbent or designated alternate must continue to perform the E-E duties until relieved by proper authority. Will be required to take part in readiness exercises.

Education

You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.

How to apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12999524 A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.