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1. I qualify for the GS-6 level because:

A. I have at least 1 year of specialized experience as outlined in the vacancy announcement, and the job(s) that illustrate this experience are clearly outlined in my resume.

B. I have at least 1 year of graduate level coursework directly related to fire management, and I will provide a copy of transcripts showing all directly related coursework.

C. I have a combination of specialized experience and education meeting the requirement.

D. I do not meet the any of the above responses.

2. I qualify for the GS-7 level because:

A. I have at least 1 year of specialized experience as outlined in the vacancy announcement, and the job(s) that illustrate this experience are clearly outlined in my resume.

B. I have at least 1 year of graduate level coursework directly related to fire management, and I will provide a copy of transcripts showing all directly related coursework.

C. I have a combination of specialized experience and education meeting the requirement.

D. I do not meet the any of the above responses.

3. I have in the past, or currently hold ALL of the following NWCG qualifications: FFT1 (Firefighter Type 1) and S-290 (Intermediate Wildland Fire Behavior) and ICT5 (Incident Command Type 5) and CRWB (Crew Boss)

A. Yes, I am/was qualified for FFT1 and S-290 and ICT5 and CRWB.

B. No, I do not qualify for this position.

4. I have a current valid State Commercial Driver's License or can obtain within 30 days of hire.

A. Yes.

B. No, I do not qualify for this position.

5. I have at least 90 days of wildland firefighting experience as defined in the job posting.

A. Yes.

B. No, I do not qualify for this position.

6. Indicate your level of experience, education or training as it relates to your knowledge of strategies, tactics and suppression methods used in containment and control of wildfires.

A. I am considered an expert in performing these tasks; or I have supervised performance of these tasks or am normally an individual who is consulted by other workers to assist them in doing these tasks because of my experience.

B. I have performed these tasks as a regular part of a job. I have performed them independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

C. I have performed these tasks on the job. My work on these tasks was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

E. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

7. I have performed the following tasks either on a hand crew or prescribed fire crew in support of wildland fire fighting:

A. Fire operations

B. Fire ignition.

C. Fire suppression.

D. Monitoring.

E. Holding.

F. Mop-up.

G. None of the above.

8. Identify the work you have been responsible for in fighting wildland fires::

A. Evaluate rapidly changing fire circumstances.

B. Determine when/if additional forces may be needed.

C. Determine when circumstances warrant withdrawal of crew to a safe location.

D. Perform fireline activities such as holding/patrol/mop-up operations.

E. Perform hazardous tree removal.

F. Instruct and direct a crew in fire-fighting operations.

G. Distribute and control work assignments.

H. Monitor work in progress.

I. Observe, correct and evaluate crew skills.

J. Serve as a crew boss.

K. Serve as an Engine Module Supervisor.

L. Explain fire behavior characteristics, safety regulations and work procedures.

M. Communicate needs to higher-level personnel.

N. Report on emergency conditions at field locations.

O. Draft wildland fire complexity analyses.

P. Recommend alternative strategies for fire-fighting taking into consideration the impact of social, economic, biological, and other factors.

Q. Consider the effects of humidity, temperature, wind, topography, slope, fuels and fuel moisture in order to attack the fire, build fire line and manage wildland fire.

R. None of the above.

9. From the following, select the statement that best describes your ability to maintain and repair firefighting vehicles and tools, to ensure proper handling and use during a wildland firefighting operations.

B. I have performed these tasks as a regular part of a job. I have performed them independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

C. I have performed these tasks on the job. My work on these tasks was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

D. I have had education or training in how to perform this task, but have not yet performed it on the job.

E. I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.

10. Identify the following tasks you perform while working on an Interagency Hotshot Crew.

A. Remove Fire Damaged and Hazard Trees during fire suppression operations.

B. Use Drip Torches and Fusees during backfire and/or burnout operations.

C. Perform chainsaw maintenance and troubleshoot chainsaws malfunctions during wildland fire operations.

D. Operate and Program communications radios during wildland fire suppression operations.

E. Operated Crew Carrying (CCV) vehicles during suppression activities.

F. Serve as lookout during wildland fire operations.

G. Serve as an instructor for NWCG "S" courses.

H. Take weather observations using a sling psychrometer.

I. None of the above.

11. Identify all the equipment that you have experience in operating:

A. Surveying equipment (i.e. surveyors compass, level rod, abney level, plumb bob, transit, theodolite)

B. Prism for Cruising timber

C. Backpack pumps

D. Drip torches

E. Hand tools (hoedad, shovel, Pulaski, brush axe/sandvic, axe, pruning saw)

F. Chainsaw

G. Fuel moisture meter

H. Water pumps

I. Increment Borer

J. Hand Compass

K. Clinometers

L. Chain

M. Diameter Tape or Loggers Tape

N. Range Finder

O. Stereoscope

P. Fire Weather instruments (sling pyschrometer, wind meter, psychometric slide rule)

Q. Relaskop

R. GPS Receiver

S. None of the above

12. Identify the firefighting responsibilities you have been assigned to:

A. Work on a prescribed fire crew.

B. Actively suppress wildfires.

C. Serve as a working leader of a hand crew on one or more wildfires.

D. Serve as a working leader of an engine crew on one or more wildfires.

E. Serve as Initial Attack Incident Commander on one or more wildfires.

F. None of the above.

13. Identify the work you have been responsible for on prescribed burns:

A. Perform or lead others in hazardous fuel reduction.

B. Draft prescribed burn plans.

C. Conduct field reconnaissance of proposed prescribed burn units.

D. Serve as Burn Boss, Ignition Specialist, or other designated position to ensure the safe and effective conduct of the prescribed burn.

E. Perform post-burn evaluation and complete documentation, including cost, fire behavior and smoke management.

F. None of the above.

14. Identify the tasks related to fire-related communications that you have performed as part of a job:

A. Demonstrate cooperation with others within a structured fire organization in order to accomplish organizational goals or duties.

B. Work with other team members under stressful and adverse conditions in order to achieve team goals.

C. Direct the work of other fire employees as needed or on a limited basis in order to accomplish organizational goals or duties.

D. Display courtesy tact and politeness to others while dealing with individuals who may be difficult, hostile, or distressed.

E. Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with management, peers, and/or individuals from the public regarding fire related topics, events, or concerns.

F. None of the above.

15. Select all the statements from below that best describe your experience working as a supervisor, team lead, project manager or reviewing the work of others.

A. I have no experience performing this task.

B. I provide general standing instructions on recurring assignments by indicating what is to be done, applicable policies, procedures and methods to follow, data and information required, quality and quantity of work expected, priority of assignments, and deadlines.

C. I provide specific instructions for new, difficult, or special assignments including suggested procedures, sources of information including the location and type of written material that may be used as an aid in completing the assignment.

D. I assure that finished work and methods used are technically accurate and in compliance with established instructions, methods, procedures, and deadlines.

E. I review the work of others for missing or incompatible information.

F. I assign work with standing instructions on objectives, priorities, and deadlines and provided guidance for unusually involved situations.

G. I provide training to other employees or provide assistance to others who need help with assignments not specifically covered by general instructions or regulations.

16. Select the statement that best describes your ability to communicate technical information:

A. I have not presented or provided technical or non-technical information.

B. I have presented or provided only non-technical information to persons on the job.

C. I have made presentations or provided technical information on the job to supervisors, coworkers, and others.

D. I have been acknowledged for my ability to present or provide technical and non-technical information to a variety of audiences.

17. I have participated and led an arduous physical fitness program ensuring that compliance with physical training requirements are met.

A. Yes

B. No

18. Your rating is subject to verification based on the application materials that you submit, and through verification of references as appropriate. A deliberate attempt to falsify information on your application materials is grounds for non-selection and for termination. In addition, falsifying information on your application can result in your being barred from Federal employment. Please choose the appropriate response below:

A. I certify that my answers are accurate and complete.

B. I do not wish to certify. I understand that I will not be considered for this position.

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