- Position Title
- Firefighter (BLS/Hazmat)
- Agency
- Veterans Health Administration
- Announcement Number
- CARZ-12717540-25-JDC Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, March 28, 2025 to Thursday, April 3, 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 education and/or experience 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.
Maximum Entry Age: For initial appointments, applicant cannot have reached their 37th birthday by the day of appointment. Note: Applicants who have passed the designated entry age limit noted, but who have previously served 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 Federal 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. Note: Title 5 U.S.C. 3307 authorizes the head of any agency to establish a maximum entry age for the original appointment of individuals to the position of firefighter.
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AGE REQUIREMENT: Based on the instructions cited above, please select the appropriate response below.
For those positions requiring employees to drive motorized firefighting equipment, candidates must possess and maintain a valid State motor vehicle operator's license of the appropriate classification or kind. Applicants also may be required to pass a practical road test and provide information on their driving record.
2.
DRIVER/OPERATOR LICENSE REQUIREMENT: Do you possess a current, valid state issued motor vehicle operator's license? Please do not upload a copy of your license at this time.
3.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY: 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. Are you proficient in basic written and spoken English?
Please indicate either Yes or No for the following Selective Placement Factors - Certification Requirements. Selective Placement Factors (SPF) are a prerequisite to appointment and represent minimum requirements for the position. Applicants who do not meet the SPF are ineligible for further consideration. Please submit a copy of your certification with your application to receive credit.
4.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT: Do you possess a current, valid, state, or national registry Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)- Basic certification? (Submit a copy with application to receive credit).
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CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT: Do you possess certification as a Firefighter I & Firefighter II in accordance with NFPA 1001? Please submit a copy of your certification with your application to receive credit.
6.
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT: Are you certified as an accredited Hazardous Material Operations Level Responder?
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CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT: Do you possess certification as an accredited Fire Apparatus Driver Operator in accordance with NFPA 1002?
Minimum Qualifications: In addition to meeting the above requirements, you must also meet the below requirement.
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SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Do you possess one (1) year of specialized experience which equipped you with the knowledge, skill, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of this position? To be creditable, this experience must have been equivalent to at least the GS-6 grade level in the Federal Service. Such duties may include: (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.
For each task in the following groups, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training.
The following statements pertain to fire management.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Performs work to control and extinguish fires, rescue persons endangered by fire and reduce or eliminate potential fire hazards.
10.
Covers fire service positions that control hazardous materials incidents.
11.
Drives the fire apparatus to the scene of the emergency following a predetermined route or selects an alternate route when necessary.
12.
Operates pumps, foam systems, monitor nozzles and other similar equipment.
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Assists in training new firefighters in the skills of driving and operating existing Medical Center apparatus.
14.
Collects and interprets hazard and response information from transportation emergency information centers.
The following statements pertain to first response.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
15.
Performs forcible entries, ventilates structures and uses ground ladders.
16.
Combats fires in a variety of settings.
17.
Provides non-professional medical care as ambulance driver and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).
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Performs initial and on-going focused patient assessment and physical examination and determines priority of patient care based on assessment findings physical examination.
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Performs standardized emergency medical procedures for critical, seriously ill and acutely ill patients.
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Responds to presence or potential releases of hazardous materials to stop or control the release.
The following statements pertain to compliance inspection.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
21.
Performs fire inspector duties, including inspecting, testing and maintenance of fire protection equipment.
22.
Performs daily preventative maintenance inspections of apparatus and equipment.
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Performs fire inspection duties in areas where hazards are expected to be encountered.
24.
Inspects areas where flammable material, compressed gases, and electrical equipment are stored and used. Inspects high hazard areas such as painting and welding operations.
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Conducts inspections on built-in fire protection features.
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Employs hazard and risk assessment techniques to complete incident analysis.
Veteran's Preference Documentation Reminder - In order to receive appropriate preference consideration, you should submit proper documentation if you are claiming eligibility for veteran's 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 Veteran's Preference along with the required documentation listed on the SF-15 form (such as verification of service-connected disability percentage).
RESUME REMINDER- Your resume must 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) 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. Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.