Supervisory Firefighter

Commander, Navy Installations Command • Bangor, WA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Supervisory Firefighter serves as the Battalion Chief and senior officer on shift in the Fire and Emergency Services Department at NAVBASE Kitsap, Silverdale, Washington. The role directs immediate tactical responses to complex, multi-agency emergencies; leads and develops shift personnel and station officers; manages, evaluates, and audits a departmental program division; and represents the fire department across the installation and community to mitigate hazards and build operational relationships.

The incumbent works a 72-hour week on a 24-hours-on, 24-hours-off basis, including weekends and holidays, and is subject to mandatory overtime and recall. The position is mission essential and requires an uncommon tour that may include nights, weekends, and holidays. Duties may involve travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations, including remote or isolated sites, and extended travel on military or commercial aircraft. The employee must wear personal protective equipment throughout the work shift and may be exposed to high noise levels.

Requirements

• At least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-09 grade level, directing fire suppression, rescue, and hazardous materials emergency responses; supervising firefighting crews or subordinate company officers; managing a major fire department program area; and coordinating emergency services or operational exercises with partner organizations.
• Possess Firefighter I and II, Fire Officer I, II, and III, Fire Inspector I and II, Fire Instructor I and II, Airport Firefighter, HazMat Incident Commander, BLS (EMT-B Certification), and National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) certifications. Certifications must be awarded by DoD, IFSAC, or ProBoard.
• Be a U.S. citizen and determined suitable for federal employment.
• Obtain and maintain a current, valid U.S. driver's license.
• Obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance before entering on duty.
• Successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination and required pre-employment drug test; the position is also subject to random testing.
• Wear required personal protective equipment continuously for the duration of the work shift.
• Be able to travel from the normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS locations, including remote or isolated sites, and travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods.
• Work a 72-hour week on a 24-hours-on, 24-hours-off basis, including weekends and holidays; be subject to mandatory overtime and recall.
• Obtain Marine Firefighter Certification within one year.
• Meet applicable time-in-grade requirements if applying as a current federal employee for a GS position.
• Meet applicable DoD certification requirements.
• Participate in the direct deposit pay program and successfully complete E-Verify employment verification if new to the Department of the Navy.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Review the 14 General Principles of Ethical Conduct at 5 CFR 2635.101.

Responsibilities

• Direct tactical responses to complex, multi-agency emergencies as the Battalion Chief and senior officer on shift.
• Provide leadership, administrative oversight, and professional development to shift personnel and station officers.
• Manage, evaluate, and audit a key departmental program division.
• Represent the fire department across the installation and community, proactively mitigating hazards and building operational relationships.
• Direct fire suppression, rescue operations, and hazardous materials emergency responses.
• Supervise firefighting crews or subordinate company officers, including assigning shift work, evaluating performance, identifying training needs, and administering safety and operational procedures.
• Manage or direct a major fire department program area, update pre-incident plans, and conduct post-incident operational analyses.
• Coordinate emergency services or operational exercises with mutual aid partners, tenant commands, and external civilian or federal emergency response organizations.
• Ensure continuity of operations and completion of mission-essential tasks.
• Obtain Marine Firefighter Certification within one year of appointment.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position eligibility.
• Relocation incentive may be authorized for eligible selectees.

What This Job Offers

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