Lead Firefighter (Paramedic)

Summary This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: This position is included under Special Retirement Coverage (SRC) and may have a maximum entry age and a mandatory retirement date. For more information follow this link: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/140025_vol336.pdf?ver=2017-12-01-105458-707 Duties Serve as Lead Firefighter (paramedic) responsible for assuring that the work performed by six other employees in the Branch are in accordance with supervisory instructions. Incumbent responds to accidents and other emergencies involving injury, illnesses, hazardous environments, and other unknowns. Determines scene safety, makes an assessment of the patient's condition and selects from a variety of Advanced Life Support Protocols. Provides treatment as prescribed in protocol, modifies the protocol, as necessary, within prescribed limits. Drives and operates fire department vehicles of significant complexity to include firefighting equipment (Fire Engines, Aerial Ladder, ALS Ambulance, Hazardous Materials Response unit, Support equipment, Rescue boats and forklifts as required. Provides on-the-job training to new employees and re-occurring training to all employees, EMT instructor training to instructors in accordance with established procedures, policies, SOPs, etc. Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. The incumbent is required to sign a DA Form 5019-R (Identified as Critical Under the Drug Abuse Testing Program) and must pass urinalysis testing, as required prior to appointment and periodically thereafter. Incumbent is subject to periodic (e.g. annual) medical examinations following appointment to determine fitness for continued performance of the duties of the position. Incumbent must successfully complete an annual Job Performance Test. Incumbent must participate in a cardiovascular physical fitness program. Incumbent must wear uniform and safety apparel in accordance with established policies and procedures. Incumbent is required to report for duty during Natural Disasters and other emergency situations as directed by the Fire Chief. Employee must maintain a functioning telephone at residence to aid in contact during recall situations. An appropriate, valid state and government driver's license is required as well as Emergency Vehicle Operators certification to operate all vehicles assigned to the Fire Protection and Prevention Division. Designated Key Position - This position has been identified as being a Key Position under the provisions of AR 690-11, Mobilization Planning and Management. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience GS-9: One year of specialized experience which includes 1) implementing or providing training in established medical techniques, methods, and/or equipment for stabilizing patients for transport; and 2) responding to fire and medical emergencies, providing patients with advanced life support treatment to include performing electrocardiograms (EKG), starting intravenous fluids, and resuscitation. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-08). Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone -- no substitution of education for experience is permitted. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone -- no substitution of education for experience is permitted. Additional information 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. One year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a Safety & Occupational Health Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information. 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 or Relocation Incentive may be authorized subject to an agency determination Student loan repayment may be authorized. Since Alaska is considered a non-foreign overseas location, statutory return rights for current DoD employees are applicable in many circumstances. Applicants must comply with the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) requirements as outlined in the DoD Instruction 1315.19. For more information on EFMP, please visit the following link: https://www.armymwr.com/programs-and-services/personal-assistance/exceptional-family-member-program Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. Further certification from this announcement may take place up to 90 days beyond the closing date of this announcement. 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. 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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. 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