Firefighter

Virginia Information Technologies Agency • Nottoway, VA

7d • $45,000 - $53,500 • Onsite

About The Position

The Position is part of the Emergency Services Branch for the 41,000 acre Joint Training Center (JTC) Fort Pickett comprised of Garrison Area, Maneuver Training Areas, Range Areas, Blackstone Army Airfield (BAAF) and Natural Forested Areas. Major elements of response include but is not limited to Fire Prevention, Protection & Education; Emergency Medical Services; and Emergency Response. The position is mission critical to JTC operations and to the sustainment of VANG Readiness and lethality. The Position receives general administrative supervision from the Emergency Services Assistant Chief in terms of broadly defined missions and goals.

Requirements

• Firefighter II certification
• EVOC 3 certification
• HAZMAT Operations certification
• Knowledge of and skill in, firefighting, rescue and EMS operations, principles, practices, techniques and use of specialize equipment
• Knowledge of Incident Command and strategies/tactics and ability to deploy those strategies/tactics during emergency operations
• Ability to work under pressure; identify and analyze needed data; make decisions; and maintain emotional self-control
• The ability to be open−minded
• Possess basic knowledge of Fire & EMS department operations
• The ability to communicate (verbally and written) effectively with a wide variety of people; and the ability to write clear, concise reports
• Possess knowledge of other agencies (local, state, and federal) that can assist in times of need
• Ability to perform Emergency Medical Technician Basic Life Support duties
• Must possess Firefighter II, Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC) Level 3 and HAZMAT Operations certifications
• Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driving record required
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification within 12 months of hire
• Driver Pump Operator, NWCG S-130/190, ARFF Firefighter certification, and EVOC Level 5 within 24 months of hire
• Successfully pass both the physical agility and written entrance examinations prior to hire
• Successfully pass the NFPA 1582 physical within 90 days of hire
• Successfully complete all required In-House recruit training within 12 months of hire
• Extensive criminal background check
• Pre-employment drug screening
• Employment reference checks
• Virginia DMV Driver Alert System
• Pre-employment physical examination
• Must have, and maintain, a valid Virginia Driver’s License for the duration of employment
• Must obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC)

Nice To Haves

• EMT/Intermediate or EMT/Paramedic certification is preferred
• ICS/NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800 certification is preferred

Responsibilities

• Fire Prevention, Protection & Education
• Emergency Medical Services
• Emergency Response
• Perform Emergency Medical Technician Basic Life Support duties
• Use specialized firefighting, emergency medical services, record management, scheduling and incident management & command computerized hardware and software systems.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, race, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status
• Hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed