Lead Fire Protection Inspector

United States Army Installation Management Command • Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located with the Directorate of Emergency Services, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA. Duties include maintaining a thorough knowledge of National Fire Protection standards and Department of the Army and Department of Defense regulations. The role involves preparing facilities inspection and testing schedules, conducting plan reviews for new construction and renovations, and serving as a leader for a group of Fire Inspectors.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires a pre-employment physical examination and annual physicals thereafter, to determine fitness for continued performance of the duties of the position.
• This position has been designated Mission Essential. In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations the incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations.
• This position requires the employee to use personal protective equipment provided by the employer.
• This position requires the incumbent to wear the prescribed uniform and/or personal protective equipment while on duty.
• The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.
• This position requires participation in a cardiovascular physical fitness program.
• This position is covered by the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Program.
• The incumbent is required to sign a DA Form 5019 (Condition of Employment for Certain Positions Identified as Critical Under the Drug Abuse Testing Program) or a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
• Must pass urinalysis testing as required prior to appointment and periodically thereafter.
• This position requires 120 hours of work per two (2) week pay period, with one (1) 24 hour work shift each week.
• Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social).
• You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
• Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
• One year of specialized experience which includes: 1) Experience utilizing National Fire Protection Standards to identify fire protection and prevention requirements; 2) Conducting fire inspections on buildings, facilities, fire alarm systems, sprinkler systems, hydrants and water systems, detector systems and other extinguishing systems; and 3) Developing, implementing, or providing training in fire protection and prevention.
• No substitution of education for experience is permitted.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Nice To Haves

• Certified through DoD Fire and Emergency Services Certification System, International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC), or the Fire Service Professional Qualifications System (PRO-Board) in accordance with DoD 6055.06-M AND a State or National Registry EMT Certification indicating a future expiration date when applicable.
• Firefighter I
• Firefighter II
• Fire Instructor I
• Fire Inspector I
• Fire Inspector II
• Hazardous Materials Awareness
• Hazardous Materials Operations
• Airport Firefighter
• Public Fire and Life Safety Educator

Responsibilities

• Maintain a thorough knowledge of any and all National Fire Protection standards as well as all Department of the Army and Department of Defense regulations.
• Prepare facilities inspection and testing inspection schedules for all buildings that are tested by fire prevention and suppression personnel.
• Conduct plan reviews for new construction and renovations of existing structures within the assigned area.
• Serve as a leader for a group of Fire Inspectors.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.
• Recruitment and relocation incentives may be authorized.
• Student loan repayment may be authorized.
• Salary negotiations for those candidates who are new to Federal service may be authorized.
• Credit for Prior Non-Federal Work Experience and Certain Military Service for Determining Annual Leave Accrual Rate may be authorized.

What This Job Offers

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