Summary
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a SUPERVISORY FIREFIGHTER, Position Description Number T6301000 and is part of the MD 175th ANG, National Guard.Major Duties
The purpose of this position is to serve as the Deputy Fire Chief responsible for the overall management and supervision of the fire protection/crash rescue and fire prevention program for the base. This position performs the following duties: As Deputy Fire Chief, participates in all aspects of the administration and planning of a comprehensive fire prevention, firefighting, and rescue program at the installation. Responsible for overall direction of the activities of the training, technical services, and operations programs and operation of the communications center. Reviews plans, schedules, and other management activities of subordinate assistant chiefs, ensuring that all programs are fully functional and operating at maximum efficiency and effectiveness. As necessary, reassigns employees to balance manning of subordinate programs and otherwise ensures that all programs are manned to accomplish the mission. Responsible for review of base plans, policies, strategy, tactics, and procedures for fire suppression and prevention to ensure compliance with current and new national consensus standards, National Fire Codes, uniform building codes, Code of Federal Regulations, Occupational Safety and Health Administration policies and procedures, and environmental laws and regulations as they apply to fire protection. Serves as the on-scene commander of a fire/crash scene until relieved by the Fire Chief. Determines the best course of action to minimize loss or damage from fires or explosions. Directs the placement of firefighting equipment and personnel to ensure maximum utilization in fire control or aircraft crash/rescue operations. Assesses the fire scene/emergency situation to facilitate fire/rescue operations and to brief the Fire Chief upon arrival. Supervises safe and proper rescue operations of endangered persons. Ensures rescue operations are performed in accordance with established policies and procedures and minimize the risk of additional danger to firefighting personnel and endangered persons. Determines adequacy of measures taken to minimize the loss or damage as a result of fire or explosions. Responds to hazardous material incidents, and initiates actions to establish control of the affected area with minimal risk to response personnel and the environment. Ensures that personnel are properly protected to handle hazardous material. Assists the Fire Chief by representing the Fire Protection Flight at a variety of installation, local community, and functional area organizations and by participating in special projects and initiatives. Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with personnel, manpower, other staff officials, and municipal and other federal fire departments. Provides technical advisory services to management on all matters pertaining to fire protection and prevention. Coordinates with off-base fire departments in planning, developing, and conducting training and to work out cooperative, mutual aid agreements. Makes recommendations on required fire protection engineering criteria for construction plans and specifications for both new facilities and renovation of existing facilities. Identifies needs, recommends acquisition of, and budgets for additional and/or different fire protection, firefighting and specialized rescue equipment, contract services, formal training, etc. Participates with the Fire Chief in the exercise of supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Directs, coordinates, and oversees work through subordinate assistant chiefs. Advises staff regarding policies, procedures, and directives of higher-level management. Approves or selects candidates for subordinate non-supervisory positions and recommends selections for subordinate supervisory positions taking into consideration skills and qualifications, mission requirements. Ensures reasonable equity among elements of performance standards developed, modified, and/or interpreted, and rating techniques developed by subordinate supervisors. Explains performance expectations to subordinate supervisors and employees. Directly supervises and provides regular feedback on strengths and weaknesses. Appraises performance of subordinate supervisors and other employees directly supervised and serves as reviewing official on evaluation of non-supervisory employees rated by subordinate supervisors. Approves expenses comparable to within-grade increases and extensive overtime. Performs other duties as assigned.Education
You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.Requirements
Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. May be required to successfully complete a trial period. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. Work may require access to classified information. Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position within one year of appointment. This position will serve as a Supervisory Firefighter working a 112 hour pay period. Additional Conditions of Employment: 1. Employee must participate in a mandatory physical fitness testing program. 2. Employee must meet medical standards IAW OPM GS-0081 Series and DoD Manual 6055.5. 3. Employee is required to use all safety equipment and clothing provided by management. 4. This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP). The employee is subject to random drug testing. Pre-employment drug testing and participation in random drug testing is a condition of employment. 5. Ability to implement firefighting/emergency response plans, as well as manage and direct fire suppression personnel and equipment under stressful and dangerous conditions. 6. Ability to plan, organize, direct functions, and to mentor, motivate, appraise, and supervise the staff of an organization. 7. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 8. This position requires the employee to work under adverse environmental conditions and falls under the respiratory protection program and hearing conservation program. 9. The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license is required. 10. Position requires the ability to discern colors, contrast, and depth. 11. May be required to work the Fire Alarm and Communications Center (FACC). 12. May be required to participate on Hazardous Materials Teams (HAZMAT). 13. May be required to perform duties associated with the operation of aircraft arresting barrier equipment. (Conditions of Employment continued in the "Qualifications" section of this vacancy announcement).Evaluations
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Ability to Supervise Fire ManagementHow to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12950359 A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.What to Expect Next
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Your resume showing: Contact Information-your name and the best way to contact you. Relevant work experience-include the employer's name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week and describe how you meet the required qualifications of the job. Federal jobs should include series and grade. Education, certifications or licensures. 2. Other supporting documents: This position is open to On-Board Federal Employees of the Maryland National Guard and/or Current and Former Members of the Maryland National Guard. Applicants must submit either current copies of their SF-50 and/or documentation to prove current or former MDNG membership to verify eligibility. As applicable: Fire Officer I, II, III, & IV, Fire Instructor I & II, Fire Inspector I & II, Airport Firefighter (includes FFI and FF II), HAZMAT Operations and Incident Commander, Apparatus Driver/Operator ARFF, Apparatus Driver/Operator Pumper, Apparatus Driver/Operator Mobile Water Supply, and National Registry or Maryland Emergency Medical Technician or higher If you are claiming veteran's preference, you MUST submit the appropriate documentation. Failure to do so WILL result in the loss of veteran's preference. - 10-Point Veterans' Preference: You MUST submit a signed SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof as required by the SF-15. - 5-Point Veterans' Preference: You MUST submit a copy of your DD-214 which includes Character of Service (usually Member-4 copy). If you are currently active duty, you may submit written documentation (certification) from your branch of service certifying that you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions no later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should also include when your terminal leave will begin, your rank and dates of active duty service. https://www.vaforvets.va.gov/vaforvets/hr/Pages/Federal-Hiring-Process.asp#veteranspreferenceOther Information
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)). We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 180 days of the closing date. This position MAY be eligible for recruitment or relocation incentives, pending availability of funding and management request. This position is in the Excepted Service and does NOT convey eligibility to be converted to the Competitive Service.
