USA Staffing

Position Title: Firefighter (Hazardous Materials Operations or Technician) DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY
Agency: Air Force Materiel Command
Announcement Number: AFMC-00810607-12699043-TLA Opens in new window
Open Period: Thursday, February 20, 2025 to Saturday, March 22, 2025

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1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?

A. No, I do not claim Veterans' Preference

B. 0-point Sole Survivorship Preference (SSP)

C. 5-point preference based on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces (TP)

D. 10-point preference for non-compensable disability or Purple Heart (XP)

E. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of at least 10% but less than 30% (CP)

F. 10 point preference based on widow/widower or parent of a deceased veteran, or spouse or parent of a disabled veteran (XP)

G. 10-point preference based on a compensable service connected disability of 30% or more (CPS)

2. US Citizen - Are you a US citizen (either by birth or naturalization) or national of the United States?

A. Yes

B. No

1. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.

2. Would you accept a term appointment?

A. Yes

B. No

This section will be used to determine if you possess the basic requirements needed to qualify for a FIREFIGHTER (Hazardous Materials Operations), GS-0081-06 OR FIREFIGHTER (Hazardous Materials Technican), GS-0081-07. Failure to respond to this question will result in an ineligible rating.

1. From the description below, choose the one letter beside the statement that best describes your work experience as relevant to the position of FIREFIGHTER (Hazardous Materials Operations), GS-0081-06. (NOTE: The selection you make must be supported by a detailed block of work experience in your resume or application). Only experience obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.

A. I have one year of specialized experience at a level close to the work of this position that has given me the particular knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform. Typically, we would find this experience in work within this field that is closely related. To be creditable, one year of the specialized experience must have been equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-05), pay band or equivalent. Specialized experience is described as (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; (7) assisting in reducing and/or eliminating potential fire hazards and reacting to the presence or potential releases of hazardous materials as a first responder to protect persons, property, or the environment.

B. I do not have the specialized experience described in A above; however, I believe I have the ability to successfully perform the duties of the position.

2. From the description below, choose the one letter beside the statement that best describes your work experience as relevant to the position of FIREFIGHTER (Hazardous Materials Technician), GS-0081-07. (NOTE: The selection you make must be supported by a detailed block of work experience in your resume or application). Only experience obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.

A. I have one year of specialized experience at a level close to the work of this position that has given me the particular knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform. Typically, we would find this experience in work within this field that is closely related. To be creditable, one year of the specialized experience must have been equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-05), pay band or equivalent. Specialized experience is described as (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; (7)as driving and operating fire fighting vehicles of significant complexity, and to respond to the presence or potential releases of hazardous materials for the purpose of stopping or controlling the release.

B. I do not have the specialized experience described in A above; however, I believe I have the ability to successfully perform the duties of the position.

For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Please select only one letter for each item.

Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.

3. Use direct pressure and/or tourniquets to stop bleeding, check windpipe for obstructions, perform CPR, and/or provide other appropriate assistance.

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

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

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

D. I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

E. I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist or train them in doing this task because of my expertise.

I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.

4. Failure to agree or respond to the statement below will disqualify you from further consideration for the position. Select the most appropriate response below.

A. Yes, I verify that all of my responses to this questionnaire are true and accurate. I accept that if my supporting documentation and/or later steps in the selection process do not support one or more of my responses to the questionnaire that my application may be rated lower and/or I may be removed from further consideration.

B. No, I do not accept this agreement and/or I no longer wish to be considered for this position.

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