- Position Title
- Firefighter (Basic Life Support / Hazardous Materials Technician)
- Agency
- Army Installation Management Command
- Announcement Number
- CHDE232164187666D Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, June 7, 2023 to Monday, June 19, 2023
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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.
Due to incidental requirements to drive a government vehicle, incumbent is required to possess and maintain a valid State driver's license.
Do you currently possess or are you willing and able to obtain and maintain a valid license to comply with the requirement?
Do you currently possess or are you willing and able to obtain and maintain a valid license to comply with the requirement?
2.
This position requires you to wear a uniform and safety apparel in accordance with established policies and procedures. Are you willing to meet this condition of employment?
3.
An individual may be required to travel (10%) by air or ground. Are you willing to travel by air or ground?
4.
This position is designated a Key/Emergency Essential position, "This position is considered emergency essential because (1) no qualified and immediate replacement exists; and (2) having it vacant would (a) impair the effective operation of essential military support systems, or (b) adversely impact the combat mission of deployed forces. Failure to remain in this position may result in separation for the efficiency of the Federal Service. (Ch 75, Title 5 USC; FPM Ch 752)."
Can you be exempted from military recall status and are you willing to comply with other Emergency-Essential requirements?
Can you be exempted from military recall status and are you willing to comply with other Emergency-Essential requirements?
5.
This position requires that you will work a 72-hour weekly tour and you will be required to work weekends and holidays.
Are you willing to meet this condition of employment?
Are you willing to meet this condition of employment?
6.
You must be capable of checking out, driving, and operating (in emergency and non-emergency mode) all emergency vehicles and their related on-board equipment. Are you willing to comply with the program requirements to dispatch vehicles?
7.
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?
8.
This position requires you to successfully participate in the department's Wellness Program to include a structured physical exercise program and annual physical examination.. Are you willing to meet these conditions of employment?
9.
An individual must successfully complete an annual emergency vehicle operator's course. Are you willing to meet this annual requirement?
10.
This is a mission essential position whereby the incumbent is required to report for duty or remain in place during inclement weather conditions or other appropriate emergency conditions in order to carry out the assigned mission. The position is subject to recalls to duty in support of emergency operations; therefore, the incumbent must maintain a functioning telephone at residence to aid in contact during recall situations.
Are you willing and able to report to work or remain at work under adverse conditions to obtain and maintain this position?
Are you willing and able to report to work or remain at work under adverse conditions to obtain and maintain this position?
11.
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?
12.
At the GS-04 level this position requires successful completion of any and all trainings to include being DoD Certified in the Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) Operations, and Airport Firefighter certifications within a maximum of 12 months. Are you willing to obtain and maintain these certifications?
13.
At the GS-05 level, this position requires the incumbent must obtain and be certified within the DoD Fire and Emergency Services Fire Fighter Certification system in the Driver Operator - Pumper, Driver Operator - Aircraft Rescue, Firefighting (ARFF), Driver Operator - Aerial, and Driver Operator - Mobile Water Supply certifications within a maximum of 12 months (in accordance with DoD Instruction 6055.6 and DoD Manual 6055.6M). Are you willing to obtain and maintain these certifications?
14.
At the GS-06 level, this position requires the incumbent must obtain and be certified within the DoD Fire and Emergency Services Fire Fighter Certification system in the state of Maryland or National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic and Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) Technician certifications within a maximum of 12 months (in accordance with DoD Instruction 6055.6 and DoD Manual 6055.6M). Are you willing to obtain and maintain these certifications?
* Certificate is subject to change depending on the equipment that needs to be utilized.
* Certificate is subject to change depending on the equipment that needs to be utilized.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in a Firefighter (Basic Life Support/Hazardous Materials Technician) position with the 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.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Select the one statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of Firefighter (Basic Life Support/Hazardous Material Technician) at the GS-04 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
2.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 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 (Basic Life Support/Hazardous Material Technician) at the GS-05 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
3.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Firefighter (Basic Life Support/Hazardous Material Technician) at the GS-06 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
4.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of Firefighter (Basic Life Support/Hazardous Materials Technician) at the GS-07 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
This position has additional qualifications which must be met prior to employment and for continued employment. Your answers to the questions in this section will indicate your understanding of, or possession of, these requirements.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
5.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: In order to qualify at the GS-05/06/07 grade levels, applicants must possess Firefighter I Certification and Firefighter II Certification. The Firefighter certifications must have been awarded by the Department of Defense (DoD) or any equivalent entity accredited by International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or Professional Qualification Board (Pro-Board) accredited training to meet the requirement (Note: Certificates must be uploaded at the time of application.).
Do you possess Firefighter I & II Certifications?
Do you possess Firefighter I & II Certifications?
6.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: In order to qualify for GS-05/06 grades: This position requires a HAZMAT Operations Certification in accordance with DoD 6055.06-M. Do you possess HAZMAT Operations certification? (Note: You must attach a copy of your certification for verification.)
7.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: In order to qualify for GS-06/07 grades: This position requires an Airport Firefighter Certification in accordance with DoD 6055.06-M. Do you possess Airport Firefighter Certification? (Note: You must attach a copy of your certification for verification.)
8.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: In order to qualify for GS-06/07 grades: This position requires a Driver/Operator - Pumper Certification in accordance with DoD 6055.06-M. Do you possess Driver/Operator - Pumper Certification? (Note: You must attach a copy of your certification for verification.)
9.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: In order to qualify for GS-06/07 grades: This position requires a Driver/Operator - Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) Certification in accordance with DoD 6055.06-M. Do you possess Driver/Operator - Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) Certification? (Note: You must attach a copy of your certification for verification.)
10.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: In order to qualify for GS-06/07 grade: This position requires a Driver/Operator - Aerial Certification in accordance with DoD 6055.06-M. Do you possess Driver/Operator - Aerial Certification? (Note: You must attach a copy of your certification for verification.)
11.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: In order to qualify for GS-06/07 grades: This position requires a Driver/Operator - Mobile Water Supply (MWS) Certification in accordance with DoD 6055.06-M. Do you possess Driver/Operator - Mobile Water Supply (MWS) Certification? (Note: You must attach a copy of your certification for verification.)
12.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: In order to qualify for the GS-07 grade: This position requires DoD Hazardous Material Technician Certification in accordance with DoD 6055.06-M. Do you possess DoD HAZMAT Technician Certification? (Note: You must attach a copy of your certification for verification.)
13.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: In order to qualify for the GS-07 grade: This position requires National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) Certification or a state certification in the U.S. Do you possess National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) Certification or a state certification in the U.S.? (Note: You must attach a copy of your certification for verification.)
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Please note that your answers will be verified against the information you provided in your resume.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
14.
Operate an Automatic External Defibrillation (AED) device to restore the heartbeat.
15.
Perform initial patient assessment and physical examination at the emergency site to formulate the proper course of action.
16.
Provide basic life support during emergency medical responses to illness or injury.
17.
Respond to fire, accidents, rescue incidents, or other emergencies involving injury and/or illnesses.
18.
Perform emergency medical aid to effect life-saving procedures for trauma victims.
19.
Participate as a member of a team to safely decontaminate personnel, personnel protective equipment, protective clothing, and supplies.
20.
Participate in the suppression and containment of hazardous materials from further spread and contamination.
21.
Operate hazardous material equipment used to detect, identify, and monitor hazardous materials.
22.
Respond to natural gas leak incidents or other similar hazardous situations.
23.
Maintain assigned hazardous material response equipment for deployment 24-hours a day available while on shift.
24.
Participate in maintenance inspections or field tests on firefighting apparatus and equipment.
25.
Ensure constant state of equipment readiness for immediate response to firefighting and rescue operations.
26.
Perform daily, weekly, and periodic inspections on assigned vehicles such as firetrucks, and other equipment to ensure emergency equipment is functioning properly during operations.
27.
Initiate actions necessary to maintain vehicle(s), components, equipment, and tools at all times.
28.
Maintain firefighting vehicles and pumping equipment to ensure readiness.
29.
Respond to a fire alarm as a member of a firefighting crew.
30.
Participate as a firefighter crew member to control and extinguish fires.
31.
Perform standby duty to support aircraft maneuvers.
32.
Position the firefighting vehicle to consider environmental factors and personnel safety.
33.
Provide fire suppression team support to ensure structural or non-structural fires are safely controlled and extinguished.
34.
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.