- Position Title
- Firefighter
- Agency
- Veterans Health Administration
- Announcement Number
- CARZ-12715361-25-MJM Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, March 21, 2025 to Thursday, March 27, 2025
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- 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.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the Department of Veterans Affairs? If yes, confirm:
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
- you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
- you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
- your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
4.
Are you an active duty service member expected to be discharged or released under honorable conditions within the next 120 days who will be eligible for Veterans' preference? You may eligible to apply through the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Act based on tentative preference.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a "certification" on appropriate letterhead from your branch of service that certifies you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. Note: If selected, prior to appointment you will be required to provide your DD-214 and/or other supporting documentation to verify that you are eligible for Veterans' preference.
For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a "certification" on appropriate letterhead from your branch of service that certifies you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. Note: If selected, prior to appointment you will be required to provide your DD-214 and/or other supporting documentation to verify that you are eligible for Veterans' preference.
For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans resources.
Preferences
1.
Which of the following items describes your current or recent (within the last five years) political appointee service?
If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
Your resume must be submitted in English and include the following information for each job listed:
- Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible)
- Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
- Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
- Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held
- Please be aware that your answers will be verified against information provided on your resume. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions by addressing your work experience in detail.
In order to receive appropriate consideration, you should submit proper documentation if you are claiming eligibility for Veterans' Preference, which includes a copy of your DD-214 (member copy 4 or earlier version that shows character of service). Applicant's claiming 10-Point preference should also submit an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference along with the required documentation listed on the form (such as verification of service-connected disability percentage).
By submitting your application, you are certifying, to the best of your knowledge and belief, all the information submitted by you with your application for employment is true, complete, and made in good faith, and that you have truthfully and accurately represented your work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education (degrees, accomplishments, etc.). The information you provide as part of your application may be investigated. You are also certifying, and acknowledging, that misrepresenting your experience or education, or providing false or fraudulent information in, or with your application, may affect your eligibility for appointment and/or continued employment. False or fraudulent statements may be punishable by fine or imprisonment (18 U.S.C. 1001).
Assessment 1
Select the appropriate answer to each of the following questions based on your current level of experience and/or education that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of this position. When answering the questionnaire, remember that your experience and education are subject to verification by investigation. You may be asked to provide specific examples or documentation of experience or education as proof to support your answers, or you may be required to verify a response by a practical demonstration of your claimed ability to perform a task.
English Language Proficiency: Please indicate Yes or No for the following question. In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), No person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English.
1.
Are you proficient in basic written and spoken English?
Selective Placement Factors (SPF): Please indicate either Yes or No for the following Selective Placement Factors. Selective Placement Factors (SPF) are a prerequisite to appointment and represent minimum requirements for the position. Applicants who do not meet the SPFs are ineligible for further consideration. Copies of your current and valid certifications must be submitted with your application to receive credit.
2.
Required at all grade levels (GS-5/6): Do you possess a Certification as Firefighter I, in accordance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1001?
3.
Required at all grade levels (GS-5/6): Do you possess a Hazardous Materials Certification at the Operations Level, either standalone or as part of the Firefighter I certification, in accordance with Chapter 5, Core Competencies, in National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 472?
4.
Required at all grade levels (GS-5/6): Do you possess a State or National Registry Emergency Medical Technician Certification?
Maximum Age Requirement (SCREEN OUT): This position requires a maximum entry age for an initial appointment; applicants cannot have reached their 37th birthday by the date of appointment. Applicants who have passed the designated entry age limit, but who have previously served as a federal employee in a covered position, may be eligible to re-enter the fire service provided that they: (1) meet all applicable qualifications for the position and (2) will be able to complete a total of 20 years of covered and creditable Federal firefighter service by the time the firefighter reaches the age of 57. Prior service in covered positions and creditable towards retirement may be subtracted from the applicant's age to determine if the Federal firefighter meets the maximum entry age. Please indicate either Yes or No for the following question.
5.
Are you under the age of 37?
Driver's License (SCREEN OUT): A current and valid state-issued driver's license is required for this position. Please indicate either Yes or No for the following question. NOTE: We cannot accept photographs, therefore; please do not submit a copy of your driver's license with your application package. If an interview is requested, you may be required to provide a copy of your current and valid state-issued driver's license.
6.
Do you possess a current and valid state-issued driver's license?
Minimum Qualification Requirements: Select the ONE statement below that best describes your experience and/or education to meet the specific qualification requirements for the Firefighter at the GS-5 level. Please refer to the Qualifications and Duties sections of this vacancy announcement for detailed information.
7.
For this Firefighter, GS-5 position:
Minimum Qualification Requirements: Select the ONE statement below that best describes your experience to meet the specific qualification requirements for the Firefighter at the GS-6 level. Please refer to the Qualifications and Duties sections of this vacancy announcement for detailed information.
8.
For this Firefighter, GS-6 position:
For each task in the following groups, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
9.
Operates hose lines, make forced entries, ventilates structures.
10.
Assists the driver/operator in the required maintenance, testing and minor repairs of the Fire Apparatus, maintaining a records of tests and maintenance performed.
11.
Inspects new and renovated construction areas for compliance and may make recommendations, through their supervisor, regarding additions to and locations of fire sprinkler systems, and fire detection devices.
12.
Conducts necessary inspections and maintenance of built-in building fire protection features such as fire walls, smoke barrier, and vertical fire separations.
13.
Establishes water supplies
14.
Serves as the driver/operator of motorized firefighting and rescue vehicles.
15.
Provides non-invasive procedures following State and Federal Emergency Medical Case Life Support Protocols.
16.
Employs all sources of information in order to determine the nature of the person's illness or extent of injury.
17.
Manages respiratory and cardiac emergencies to include performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and/or automatic defibrillation (AED).
18.
Employs a variety of established emergency medical techniques, methods, and equipment to stabilize the patient for transport as soon as possible.
19.
Responds to release, or potential release of Hazardous/ Toxic Materials.
20.
Provides emergency decontamination of persons exposed if necessary.
21.
Assessed the magnitude of hazardous materials incidents and plans the initial response utilizing available resources.
TRANSCRIPT REMINDER - If you are basing your qualifications on education (or a combination of education and experience) or if the position requires a college education to qualify, you must submit a copy of your transcripts with your application. Education cannot be credited without documentation.