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About The Position

Requirements

• At least one year of specialized experience at the GS-09 level or equivalent, involving relevant fire protection and prevention duties.
• Required DoD certifications: Fire Officer III (including Fire Officer I and II); Fire Instructor II (including Fire Instructor I); Fire Inspector II (including Fire Inspector I); HAZMAT Incident Commander (including Hazmat Awareness and Operations); and Airport Fire Fighter (including Firefighter I and II).
• Must provide copies of firefighter certifications and NREMT documentation; if applicable, provide a recent DoD Fire and Emergency Services Certification Program transcript or individual certifications.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance.
• Must refrain from illegal drug use and submit to urinalysis testing if required as a condition of this Testing Designated Position.
• Must meet applicable GS time-in-grade requirements, including one year at GS-09 for promotion to GS-10 when TIG applies.
• Knowledge of firefighting and rescue operations, including their theory, principles, methods, techniques, and practices.
• Knowledge of fire department communications equipment.
• Ability to operate and direct others in stressful and dangerous conditions.
• Ability to formulate and implement firefighting and emergency response plans and direct personnel in those operations.
• Ability to plan, organize, and direct functions and mentor, motivate, and appraise staff.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Manage and control one of two alternating 24-hour shifts as Assistant Chief of Operations.
• Supervise firefighters in fire-ground situations and oversee the care and maintenance of apparatus and equipment.
• Participate in the administration and planning of the installation’s fire prevention, firefighting, and rescue program.
• Serve as on-scene commander at fire and crash scenes until relieved by the Fire Chief or Deputy Fire Chief.
• Supervise fire alarm communications center operations and ensure firefighting equipment and personnel are dispatched as required.
• Perform supervisory personnel management responsibilities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package; eligibility and specific benefits depend on the position and employment status.