- Position Title
- FIRE PROTECTION INSPECTOR
- Agency
- Air Force Global Strike Command
- Announcement Number
- 4X-AFPC-12716510-750300-NYM Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, March 24, 2025 to Monday, March 31, 2025
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
AF Internal Candidate - Are you a current AF or Space Force career or career-conditional permanent, competitive status Federal Civil Service employee, including those on LWOP? If you indicate "Yes" for this question, you must submit a copy of your most recent career/career conditional SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) AND a copy of an SF-50 that reflects your highest grade held on a permanent basis.
Please answer the following questions by selecting the appropriate response(s). NOTE: Applicants are responsible for claiming their appropriate eligibility/eligibilities. Veterans' Preference is NOT an eligibility; it is a hiring preference, where applicable. You must select at least one eligibility to receive consideration for this position. If you do not have one of the eligibilities listed, you are not "eligible" to apply for this position and your application will not be referred to the hiring manager.
We are not responsible for erroneous eligibilities that you list or those you fail to list. All competitive eligible candidates must complete the entire Application Questionnaire as part of the application package. Ensure you thoroughly read the instructions for each section.
We are not responsible for erroneous eligibilities that you list or those you fail to list. All competitive eligible candidates must complete the entire Application Questionnaire as part of the application package. Ensure you thoroughly read the instructions for each section.
Preferences
1.
I am a current permanent or former federal employee with less than 52 weeks break in the competitive service and I am applying for this position to be considered as a:
2.
I am a current or prior military member of the Armed Forces that is retiring or has been retired less than 180 days. Hiring (appointments or transfers) of retiring or retired members of the Armed Forces to positions in any DoD Component during the 180 days immediately following retirement may only be made IAW DoDI 1402.01 and may require a waiver for appointment prior to the 180 days from official military retirement.
3.
Are you retired from the Federal civilian service or are you in a phased retirement and receiving an annuity?
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Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently employed, or have been employed within the last 5 years, in any one of the categories below, you must disclose this information. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.
Are you a current or former political appointee as described under 5 U.S.C. sections 5312 through 5316?
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Are you a current or former Schedule A or Schedule C political appointee, or an appointee who serves/served in a political capacity under agency-specific authority in the Executive Branch?
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Are you a current or former political appointee or non-career SES Executive Branch employee?
Are you a current or former political appointee as described under 5 U.S.C. sections 5312 through 5316?
-OR-
Are you a current or former Schedule A or Schedule C political appointee, or an appointee who serves/served in a political capacity under agency-specific authority in the Executive Branch?
-OR-
Are you a current or former political appointee or non-career SES Executive Branch employee?
5.
Did you voluntarily separate from federal service and receive Voluntary Separation Incentive Pay (VSIP)?
NOTE: If your response is yes, you must provide a copy of your SF 50 or Leave and Earnings statement showing receipt of payment as part of your application submission. If you become reemployed by the federal government within 5 years of separating from federal service and have received a VSIP, you will be required to repay the full VSIP amount paid to you.
NOTE: If your response is yes, you must provide a copy of your SF 50 or Leave and Earnings statement showing receipt of payment as part of your application submission. If you become reemployed by the federal government within 5 years of separating from federal service and have received a VSIP, you will be required to repay the full VSIP amount paid to you.
6.
Are you a military spouse who is currently married to an active duty military member?
NOTE: This item is for demographic reporting only. It does not confer eligibility or preference. If you want to apply as a military spouse, you must select from the eligibility options above. Military spouse and military spouse preference may not be available for all positions.
NOTE: This item is for demographic reporting only. It does not confer eligibility or preference. If you want to apply as a military spouse, you must select from the eligibility options above. Military spouse and military spouse preference may not be available for all positions.
7.
If you are a military spouse who is currently married to an active duty military member, did you relocate with the military member to their current duty station?
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If you are currently employed in a permanent General Schedule (GS) position in the competitive service or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks, please identify your current grade held in a permanent position with inclusive dates, (e.g. 03 Jan 2015 to present). If your current grade is not your highest grade held, please provide both your current grade (with inclusive dates) and your highest grade held grade with inclusive dates, (e.g. 01 Jan 2014 to 02 Jan 2015). If you have not held a GS position in the last 52 weeks, you may skip this question. (Note: Your SF-50's should support the highest grade held).
Conditions of Employment
All applicants must complete the following section. This section will be used to determine your ability and willingness to accept certain conditions of employment or meet certain requirements of the position. Please respond 'Yes' or 'No' to the following statements. Failure to respond to this section will result in an ineligible rating.
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I am able and willing to submit to pre-employment drug testing (urinalysis) as a condition of employment. This position has been identified as a Test Designated Position (TDP) and I am able and willing to refrain from the use of illegal drugs and if requested, to submit to random drug testing (urinalysis) on a recurring basis. Further, I am able and willing to sign a statement acknowledging the position occupied is identified as a TDP and understand I am subject to random drug testing as a condition of employment.
2.
All current federal employees must have a minimum performance rating of acceptable or higher to be considered for placement. Current federal employees who have a current unacceptable performance rating will be excluded from consideration. Note: Failure to select one of the below responses will render you ineligible for further consideration.
3.
I am able and willing to submit to a pre-employment physical as a condition of employment.
4.
This position requires a Secret security clearance. I am able and willing to undergo a comprehensive background investigation which includes, but is not limited to, contact with all references, employers, co-workers, personal associates, and review of my driving record, credit history, criminal history, and military service.
5.
I have a valid, current state driver's license or I am able and willing to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license.
6.
I am able and willing to accept a mission essential position which requires me to report to work and/or remain at work regardless of inclement weather; national disasters/emergencies. I understand mission essential positions require the employee to continue to perform essential functions during contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather situations or other emergency situations. These mission essential functions are existing functions that enable the Federal government to continue to provide the necessary, vital services during time of need and require great commitment of the civilian employee.
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I am a current AF employee to Dyess AFB, TX
Effective 1 Jun 2000, all DoD firefighters and contract fire and emergency service personnel must be certified at the next higher level before being eligible for promotion to that level. Applicants must list their current firefighter related licenses and certificates on their resumes. Please attach copies of certifications when you submit the resume to verify qualification requirements for the position. IMPORTANT: If you have received a Student ID# for the DoD Fire and Emergency Services Certification Program website (https://go.usa.gov/xdsTR), please provide a copy of your most recent certification transcript. NOTE: If you do not know your Student ID, you may contact the AFCEC Reach Back Center at afcec.rbc@us.af.mil. If you do not have a Student ID and/or cannot access the Certificate Program site, you must upload a copy of your individual certifications or transcript at the time of your application or you will be removed from consideration.
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I certify that I currently possess Fire Inspector III certification.
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I certify that I currently possess Fire Inspector II certification.
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I certify that I currently possess Fire Inspector I certification.
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I certify that I currently possess Fire Officer III certification.
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I certify that I currently possess HazMat Incident Commander certification.
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I certify that I currently possess HazMat Awareness certification.
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I certify that I currently possess Hazmat Operations certification.
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I certify that I currently possess Airport Fire Fighter certification.
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I certify that I currently possess Fire Fighter I certification.
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I certify that I currently possess Fire Fighter II certification.
Assessment 1
This section will be used to determine if you possess the basic requirements needed to qualify for a Fire Protection Specialist, GS-0081-10. Failure to respond to this question will result in an ineligible rating.
1.
Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of Fire Protection Specialist at the GS-10 or higher grade level or equivalent pay band. Your resume must support the response you select.
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.
2.
Evaluates new trends for policy development or for further inquiry and study leading to new methods for eliminating or controlling serious hazards to life and property.
3.
Coordinates with other installation offices regarding comprehensive occupational health matters affecting emergency response personnel and devises specialized operating practices involving diverse hazards.
4.
Evaluates safety standards adopted by national safety association, societies, or institutes; publications on work processes; and current industrial problems and modifies/adapts for local application.
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Develops goals and objectives to integrate health and safety principles into all facets of Fire Emergency Services.
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Responsible for the development, implementation, and management of the official written risk management plan in accordance with adopted standards.
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Develops standard operating procedures (SOPs) and standard operating guidelines (SOGs) pertaining to the safety and health program
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Develops specialized program guidance, Flight Management Plans, Standard Operation Policies/Guides, and/or risk management tools pertaining to hazardous materials incidents involving CBRN, terrorist use of CBRNE, CBRNE attacks, and natural occurring disease outbreaks.
9.
Manages and directs procedures for the acquisition and sustainment of all hazmat response equipment considering best practices, industry standards, applicable regulatory directives, Equipment Supply Listings, Allowance Standards and higher headquarters guidance.
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Reviews skills, qualifications and mission requirements to recommend candidates to serve as program element members.
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Recommending measures to ensure the safety of personnel assigned to the incident and to assess and/or anticipate hazardous and unsafe situations.
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Communicate status of conditions, hazards and risks.
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Develop and deliver safety briefings.
CERTIFICATION: 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.
14.
Failure to agree or respond to the statement below will disqualify you from further consideration for the position. Select the most appropriate response below.