Lead Firefighter (Basic Life Support/Hazardous Material Technician)
To qualify for a Lead Firefighter (Basic Life Support/Hazardous Material Technician) your resume and supporting documentation must support:
Specialized
Experience:
One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position, and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the GS-08 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes:
Ability to lead lower graded employees. Experience performing a full range of firefighting duties such as combating fires, operating hose lines, making forced entries, and search and rescue. Experience performing or assisting in rescue operations. Experience performing basic life support to include emergency medical technician. Experience conducting hazardous materials offensive operations and decontamination operations. Experience determining proper emergency response/equipment needs in an emergency situation. Experience driving and operating emergency vehicles. AND B. SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR (SPF):
Incumbent must possess a current state EMT-Basic certification or National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician EMT-B (Incumbent will have 1 year to challenge and obtain through challenging or reciprocity a state EMT-B certification) and must possess DoD certificates and/or equivalent International Fire Service Accreditations Congress (IFSAC) or Pro-Board certifications or in:
Fire Officer I, Fire Inspector I, and Fire Instructor I. Firefighter II, Driver Operator (pumper) and Hazardous Materials Technician. Incumbent must also possess a valid state driver's license. Applicants who do not possess this SPF will not be further evaluated. Department of Defense (DoD) 6055.06-M, Fire and Emergency Services Certification Program identifies the level of performance required for all DoD Fire and Emergency Services personnel. The certifications listed below are the minimum mandatory certification requirements for this position. DoD Incumbents shall possess DoD Certifications, or equivalent accredited certifications from the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or the National Professional Qualifications System (Pro-Board):
Accredited Certification:
Fire Officer I Inspector I Instructor I National Registry or State equivalent Certifications:
Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Emergency Medical Technician - Basic Licenses:
Valid State Driver's License Other training requirements that must be obtained within one year of employment and maintained:
Emergency Vehicle Operator (EVOC) Hazardous Materials Incident Commander. AND C. Have not yet reached 37th birthday, OR have passed the maximum entry age limit (37) but meet the following:
previously served as a Firefighter in the Federal service and may be reinstated to a Firefighter position if you will be able to complete a total of 20 years of covered service as a Firefighter by the last day of the month in which you reach your 57th birthday. Physical Demands:
The work involves extended periods of heavy moving and lifting. Generally, the work requires recurring bending, lifting, stooping, stretching, and positioning of patients, victims, fire hoses, fire extinguishers, and other equipment. Must be able to wear protective clothing and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds, while working in extreme heat and cold under adverse conditions, such as fire and smoke. Work Environment:
The employee works outside in all types of weather conditions. Employee is exposed to out-of-control fires, emergency medical scenes, and other dangerous situations. Is also exposed to the possibility of burns and other effects of smoke inhalation, heat, falling materials, explosions, toxic materials, infections, and contagious diseases, and other dangerous substances. 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.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Specialized
Experience:
One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position, and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the GS-08 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes:
Ability to lead lower graded employees. Experience performing a full range of firefighting duties such as combating fires, operating hose lines, making forced entries, and search and rescue. Experience performing or assisting in rescue operations. Experience performing basic life support to include emergency medical technician. Experience conducting hazardous materials offensive operations and decontamination operations. Experience determining proper emergency response/equipment needs in an emergency situation. Experience driving and operating emergency vehicles. AND B. SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR (SPF):
Incumbent must possess a current state EMT-Basic certification or National Registry of Emergency Medical Technician EMT-B (Incumbent will have 1 year to challenge and obtain through challenging or reciprocity a state EMT-B certification) and must possess DoD certificates and/or equivalent International Fire Service Accreditations Congress (IFSAC) or Pro-Board certifications or in:
Fire Officer I, Fire Inspector I, and Fire Instructor I. Firefighter II, Driver Operator (pumper) and Hazardous Materials Technician. Incumbent must also possess a valid state driver's license. Applicants who do not possess this SPF will not be further evaluated. Department of Defense (DoD) 6055.06-M, Fire and Emergency Services Certification Program identifies the level of performance required for all DoD Fire and Emergency Services personnel. The certifications listed below are the minimum mandatory certification requirements for this position. DoD Incumbents shall possess DoD Certifications, or equivalent accredited certifications from the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or the National Professional Qualifications System (Pro-Board):
Accredited Certification:
Fire Officer I Inspector I Instructor I National Registry or State equivalent Certifications:
Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Emergency Medical Technician - Basic Licenses:
Valid State Driver's License Other training requirements that must be obtained within one year of employment and maintained:
Emergency Vehicle Operator (EVOC) Hazardous Materials Incident Commander. AND C. Have not yet reached 37th birthday, OR have passed the maximum entry age limit (37) but meet the following:
previously served as a Firefighter in the Federal service and may be reinstated to a Firefighter position if you will be able to complete a total of 20 years of covered service as a Firefighter by the last day of the month in which you reach your 57th birthday. Physical Demands:
The work involves extended periods of heavy moving and lifting. Generally, the work requires recurring bending, lifting, stooping, stretching, and positioning of patients, victims, fire hoses, fire extinguishers, and other equipment. Must be able to wear protective clothing and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds, while working in extreme heat and cold under adverse conditions, such as fire and smoke. Work Environment:
The employee works outside in all types of weather conditions. Employee is exposed to out-of-control fires, emergency medical scenes, and other dangerous situations. Is also exposed to the possibility of burns and other effects of smoke inhalation, heat, falling materials, explosions, toxic materials, infections, and contagious diseases, and other dangerous substances. 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.
- Department:
0081 Fire Protection and Prevention - Salary Range:
$58,429 to $75,958 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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