- Position Title
- Firefighter (Hazardous Material Technician)
- Agency
- Army Installation Management Command
- Announcement Number
- SCEP227218562960D Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, June 13, 2022 to Wednesday, July 13, 2022
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
External Recruitment Military Spouse Preference
I am a military spouse who is currently married to my active duty sponsor. I am exercising my preference eligibility for positions within the local commuting area of my sponsor's current duty station. I certify that I have not accepted nor declined a permanent, continuing Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the local commuting area of our current duty location.
NOTE 1: Military spouses are eligible for one permanent noncompetitive appointment using their preference eligibility for the duration of the active duty sponsor's assignment to a permanent duty station, as long as the military spouse has not declined or accepted a permanent Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the commuting area of the sponsor's current duty location. If you certify that you have not used your preference at your sponsor's current duty location and it is discovered to be untrue, you may be subject to loss of MSP and possible disciplinary action.
NOTE 2: You must include a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP.
NOTE 3: MSP applies if you are ranked among the "best qualified" for this vacancy, and the list established from this announcement is used to fill the vacancy.
NOTE 4: MSP does not apply, however, when preference would violate statutes or regulations on veterans' preference or nepotism.
Supporting Documentation: You must provide a signed Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist, PCS orders/verification of duty location assignment, a copy of marriage certificate or license and documents as listed on the Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist.
Are you a military spouse eligible for preference under delegated examining procedures?
I am a military spouse who is currently married to my active duty sponsor. I am exercising my preference eligibility for positions within the local commuting area of my sponsor's current duty station. I certify that I have not accepted nor declined a permanent, continuing Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the local commuting area of our current duty location.
NOTE 1: Military spouses are eligible for one permanent noncompetitive appointment using their preference eligibility for the duration of the active duty sponsor's assignment to a permanent duty station, as long as the military spouse has not declined or accepted a permanent Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the commuting area of the sponsor's current duty location. If you certify that you have not used your preference at your sponsor's current duty location and it is discovered to be untrue, you may be subject to loss of MSP and possible disciplinary action.
NOTE 2: You must include a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP.
NOTE 3: MSP applies if you are ranked among the "best qualified" for this vacancy, and the list established from this announcement is used to fill the vacancy.
NOTE 4: MSP does not apply, however, when preference would violate statutes or regulations on veterans' preference or nepotism.
Supporting Documentation: You must provide a signed Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist, PCS orders/verification of duty location assignment, a copy of marriage certificate or license and documents as listed on the Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist.
Are you a military spouse eligible for preference under delegated examining procedures?
3.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
• your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
ICTAP applicants must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. Well-qualified is defined as meeting all of the minimum qualification standards and eligibility requirements as well as possessing skills that clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position.
*Note: Under competitive delegated examining, an ICTAP eligible will be considered well-qualified if they attain an eligibility rating of 90 or higher, not including points for veterans' preference.
Supporting documentation: Federal employees seeking ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.704, by submitting a copy of the following documents with your completed application: A copy of your agency notice; AND,
A copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal; AND,
A copy of your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location. Additional information regarding ICTAP eligibility can be found in the OPM Employee's Guide to Career Transition. For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
• your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
ICTAP applicants must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. Well-qualified is defined as meeting all of the minimum qualification standards and eligibility requirements as well as possessing skills that clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position.
*Note: Under competitive delegated examining, an ICTAP eligible will be considered well-qualified if they attain an eligibility rating of 90 or higher, not including points for veterans' preference.
Supporting documentation: Federal employees seeking ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.704, by submitting a copy of the following documents with your completed application: A copy of your agency notice; AND,
A copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal; AND,
A copy of your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location. Additional information regarding ICTAP eligibility can be found in the OPM Employee's Guide to Career Transition. For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Conditions of Employment
This position has requirements which must be met prior to employment, and conditions for continued employment. Your answers to the questions in this section will indicate your understanding of, or possession of, these requirements and conditions.
1.
This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required. Are you willing to undergo pre-employment and recurring investigations to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance as required?
2.
The duties of this position meet the criteria for compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs. Detection of the presence of drugs is warranted. This position is subject to a pre-employment screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident. Are you willing to refrain from the use of illegal drugs and submit to a pre-employment drug screening and random testing thereafter to obtain and maintain employment in this position?
3.
This position has been designated "Mission Essential". In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations (natural or man-made disaster) the incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations. Are you willing and able to report to work or remain at work under adverse conditions to obtain and maintain this position?
4.
The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles. Do you currently possess or are you willing and able to obtain and maintain a valid license to comply with the requirement?
5.
Appointment to this position is subject to a two year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315. While probationary the incumbent can be terminated with limited appeal rights. Are you willing to serve a two year probationary period?
6.
This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 5% of the time. Are you willing and able to travel away from your permanent duty station up to 5% of the time?
7.
This position requires the employee to use personal protective equipment provided by the employer. Are you willing to use employer-provided PPE as required?
8.
This position requires the ability to successfully complete an annual Job Performance Test. Are you willing and able to meet this requirement?
9.
This position requires working a 144 hour bi-weekly tour of duty. Are you willing and able to meet this requirement?
10.
Heavy physical effort is required in the frequent handling of objects such as cylinders and extinguishers weighing 45 lbs or more; may be required to lift/carry personnel such as an adult male in emergency situations. Duties require full use of both arms, both legs and fingers to bend, turn, pull, crawl, kneel, and climb for such tasks as use of aerial ladders, firefighting equipment controls, arranging/connecting hoses, rappelling, operation of fire truck and all types of rescue operations, etc. Are you willing and able to meet this requirement?
11.
This position requires the wearing of a uniform. Are you willing and able to meet this requirement?
12.
This position requires the use of personal protective equipment as appropriate and complies with safety and health directives (OSHA). Are you willing and able to meet this requirement?
13.
Must be able to pass pre-appointment and subsequent periodic medical examinations IAW DoD 6055.5M to determine fitness for continued performance of the duties of the position. Are you willing and able to meet this requirement?
14.
This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations. Employee shifts are rotated on a regularly scheduled basis. Are you willing and able to work on a rotating shift basis to meet work requirements?
15.
This position requires the incumbent to conform to the requirements set-forth in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1500, Fire Department Occupational Health and Safety Program. Are you willing to meet this condition of employment?
16.
Must obtain Fort Polk SF-346 (government driver's license) in order to drive/operate required equipment. Do you agree to meet this condition of employment?
17.
This position requires participation in a cardiovascular physical fitness program. Are you willing to meet this condition of employment?
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in a Firefighter (Hazardous Material Technician) position with Department of the Army.Your resume and the responses you provide to this assessment questionnaire will be used to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit your application.
1.
Select the one statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Firefighter (Hazardous Material Technician) at the GS-05 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal service. The OPM Qualification Standard provides the following examples: (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.].
2.
Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Firefighter (Hazardous Material Technician) at the GS-06 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal service. The OPM Qualification Standard provides the following examples: (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.].
3.
Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Firefighter (Hazardous Material Technician) at the GS-07 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal service. The OPM Qualification Standard provides the following examples: (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.].
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
4.
With the exception of the HAZMAT Branch Officer certification level, the DoD Fire and Emergency Services Certification Program shall recognize and accept certification certificates from any entity accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or the Pro-Board only when the DoD employee has satisfied the required prerequisite certification level(s). Employees who have completed International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or Pro-Board accredited training programs may request DoD equivalent certification certificates under the reciprocity provision of the certification program. The certificates being submitted for reciprocity must have the appropriate International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or Pro-Board seal on them. The DoD Fire and Emergency Services Certification Program shall not issue certification certificates for completing non-accredited training. (Note: If you fail to provide (upload) these documents, your application will not be considered any further.)
This GS-05 position requires Firefighter I & II Firefighter and HazMat Operations certifications. Do you possess the Firefighter I and Firefighter II and HazMat Operations Certifications?
This GS-05 position requires Firefighter I & II Firefighter and HazMat Operations certifications. Do you possess the Firefighter I and Firefighter II and HazMat Operations Certifications?
5.
With the exception of the HAZMAT Branch Officer certification level, the DoD Fire and Emergency Services Certification Program shall recognize and accept certification certificates from any entity accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or the Pro-Board only when the DoD employee has satisfied the required prerequisite certification level(s). Employees who have completed International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC or Pro-Board accredited training programs may request DoD equivalent certification certificates under the reciprocity provision of the certification program. The certificates being submitted for reciprocity must have the appropriate International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or Pro-Board seal on them. The DoD Fire and Emergency Services Certification Program shall not issue certification certificates for completing non-accredited training. (Note: If you fail to provide (upload) these documents, your application will not be considered any further.)
This GS-06 position requires Firefighter I & II Firefighter certifications, Hazmat Operations and Airport Firefighter certifications. Do you possess the Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Hazmat Operations and Airport Firefighter Certifications?
This GS-06 position requires Firefighter I & II Firefighter certifications, Hazmat Operations and Airport Firefighter certifications. Do you possess the Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Hazmat Operations and Airport Firefighter Certifications?
6.
With the exception of the HAZMAT Branch Officer certification level, the DoD Fire and Emergency Services Certification Program shall recognize and accept certification certificates from any entity accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or the Pro-Board only when the DoD employee has satisfied the required prerequisite certification level(s). Employees who have completed International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or Pro-Board accredited training programs may request DoD equivalent certification certificates under the reciprocity provision of the certification program. The certificates being submitted for reciprocity must have the appropriate International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or Pro-Board seal on them. The DoD Fire and Emergency Services Certification Program shall not issue certification certificates for completing non-accredited training. (Note: If you fail to provide (upload) these documents, your application will not be considered any further.)
This GS-07 position requires Firefighter I & II, Airport Firefighter, Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Technician, Driver Operator-Pumper certifications and National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - (formally Basic) certification. Do you possess Firefighter I & Firefighter II and Airport Firefighter and Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT), Driver Operator-Pumper and Technician certifications and National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - (formally Basic) certification?
This GS-07 position requires Firefighter I & II, Airport Firefighter, Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Technician, Driver Operator-Pumper certifications and National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - (formally Basic) certification. Do you possess Firefighter I & Firefighter II and Airport Firefighter and Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT), Driver Operator-Pumper and Technician certifications and National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - (formally Basic) certification?
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Assess fire situations to report conditions using emergency communication equipment.
8.
Communicate with victims to keep them calm during critical, stressful situations.
9.
Operate communication equipment to transmit and receive emergency information.
10.
Provide information to emergency response team members during emergency situations.
11.
Use communication equipment and systems to dispatch manpower and equipment.
12.
Use vehicle radios, computers, or telephonic equipment to communicate status and receive instructions.
13.
Abide by all safety standards, policies, and procedures to safely fight fires.
14.
Assess the nature and extent of fire to determine resource requirements.
15.
Determine the best method to prevent the fire from spreading.
16.
Determine the proper pressure and number of lines required to fight the fire effectively.
17.
Employ proper procedures to extinguish fires within varying environments.
18.
Exercise quick thinking when determining the proper type and placement of firefighting equipment to be used.
19.
Analyze an incident to determine if new prevention measures should be implemented.
20.
Apply basic hazard risk assessment techniques to determine best course of action.
21.
Clean up hazardous material spills for public health safety.
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Contain hazardous material to protect individuals from further exposure.
23.
Coordinate with other organizations to contain and suppress a hazardous material incident.
24.
Decontaminate protective clothing, respiratory protection equipment, other supplies, and personnel to eliminate risk.
25.
Drive fire trucks that are equipped with a pumper apparatus.
26.
Drive firefighting vehicles to the emergency site.
27.
Operate fire pumps, foam generators, nozzles and other firefighting equipment mounted on various firefighting vehicles.
28.
Operate firefighting vehicle equipment to suppress fires.
29.
Operate aerial or ladder apparatus to protect life and property while performing rescue.
30.
Perform as driver/operator for pumper vehicle.
31.
Apply principles of hydraulics as they pertain to water flow friction and friction loss.
32.
Check water hydrant to ensure it meets standard water pressure level.
33.
Comply with safety and health directives in the performance of duties.
34.
Determine proper pressure for the distances to be pumped and the number of lines being used.
35.
Fight structural fires based on knowledge of building layout, potentially hazardous materials, and fixed fire protection systems.
36.
Monitor water levels to warn firefighters or rescue personnel when self-contained tanks are close to running dry.
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Your responses to the Announcement and Assessment Questionnaires, along with your resume and all supporting documentation are subject to evaluation and verification to ensure accuracy. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.