Supervisory Firefighter

United States Army Installation Management Command • Hilo, HI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Serves as a Company Officer for assigned Fire Stations. This position is included under the provisions of Special Retirement Coverage (SRC) and may have both a maximum entry age and a mandatory retirement date. This position is supervisory as defined by the Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) General Schedule Supervisory Guide (GSSG). A one-year probation to assess your ability to perform supervisory duties is required unless previously completed. This position is obligated. You will be asked to sign an agreement acknowledging that you are aware of the obligation and willing to be displaced under reduction in force procedures upon the return of the former incumbent. Term employment is subject to a one-year trial period. Employees serving a trial period can be removed with limited appeal rights.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Completion of pre-employment and periodic subsequent medical examination in accordance with DoDM 6055.06 to ensure continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• Requires the completion of pre-employment and periodic subsequent medical examination in accordance with DoDM 6055.06 to ensure continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• Requires the completion of pre-employment and periodic subsequent medical examination in accordance with DoDM 6055.06 to ensure continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• This position has a requirement to lift up to 50 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.
• The duties of this position meet the criteria for compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs.
• Detection of the presence of drugs is warranted.
• This position is subject to a pre-employment screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident.
• 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.
• In accordance with AR 690-11, this position has been designated as "Key" and shall not be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization as doing so would seriously impair the capability of the organization to function effectively.
• As a "Key" position, the incumbent must be exempted from recall to active duty and will receive training to ensure mission accomplishment of sustaining base operations during mobilization.
• Requires the employee to use personal protective equipment provided by the employer.
• Requires the incumbent to wear the prescribed uniform and/or personal protective equipment while on duty.
• Requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.
• Employee shifts are rotated on a regularly scheduled basis; 48-hour rotating shifts with a work schedule of 144 hours per pay period.
• Due to the nature of this position, employees are required to work both planned and unscheduled overtime.
• 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.
• Requires successful completion of an annual Job Performance Test.
• Requires the incumbent to conform to the requirements set-forth in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1500, Fire Department Occupational Health and Safety Program.
• Requires participation in a cardiovascular physical fitness program.
• Occasional travel may be required up to 15% of the time.
• 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 trial periodduring which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• One year of specialized experience which includes controlling or extinguishing fires; performing rescue operations; operating fire communications equipment; and/or directing firefighters in the operation of firefighting equipment, type and proper use of firefighting agents, rescue operations and techniques, hazardous material control, and emergency medical treatments.
• Fire Officer II , Fire Instructor I , Fire Inspector I , HAZMAT Incident Commander , Airport Firefighter , Driver Operator - Pumper , Driver Operator - Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) certified through DoD Fire and Emergency Services Certification System, International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC), or the Fire Service Professional Qualifications System (PRO-Board) AND a State or National Registry EMT License.
• Rigorous, heavy physical effort is required in the frequent handling of objects such as cylinders and extinguishers weighing 45 lbs or more; may be required to lift/carry personnel such as an adult male in emergency situations.
• Duties require the full use of both arms, both legs and fingers to bend, turn, pull, crawl, kneel, and climb for such tasks as use of aerial ladders, firefighting equipment controls, arranging/connecting hoses, rappelling, operation of fire truck and all types of rescue operations, etc.
• The incumbent must be able to meet and maintain physical agility and stamina standards, which are established for this position.
• The incumbent may be subject to dense smoke flames, extreme heat, cold, dust, water, and possible explosions.
• Must be able to maintain necessary alertness, self-control, and emotional stability under emergency conditions.

Nice To Haves

• This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-08).
• You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Fire Suppression Firefighting Equipment Search & Rescue
• Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-08).
• If your application package does not contain proof of having these certificates and license, your application will be marked as incomplete and you WILL NOT receive consideration for this position.

Responsibilities

• Assign work and/or crew assignment based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments and the capabilities of employees.
• Assume command of assigned fire crews until relieved by a senior fire officer.
• Direct the placement of equipment, personnel, application of fire extinguishing agents and rescue of personnel.
• Perform firefighting duties such as handling hose, performing rescue operations, extinguishing fire, performing as a HAZ/MAT team member, performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and emergency first aid as required.
• Ensure personnel and equipment are in a constant state of readiness for immediate response to firefighting and rescue operations.
• Perform, as required, mutual aid support to local fire departments.

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.
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What This Job Offers

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