Lead Fire Protection Inspector

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 the provisions of Special Retirement Coverage (SRC) and may have both a maximum entry age and a mandatory retirement date. Click here for more information on SRC for Firefighters (Secondary) Learn more about this agency Duties Serve as a leader for a group of Fire Inspectors. Prepare facilities inspection and testing inspection schedules for all facilities, fire related systems and other extinguishing systems that are tested by fire prevention and suppression personnel. Maintain a thorough knowledge of any and all National Fire Protection standards as well as all DA and DOD regulations. Conduct plan reviews for new construction and renovations of existing structures within the assigned area. Requirements Conditions of employment Must be able to pass pre-appointment physical and subsequent annual medical examinations IAW DOD 6055.05-M and NFPA 1582 Incumbent must participate in a cardiovascular physical fitness program. Incumbent must wear a uniform and safety apparel in accordance with established policies and procedures. This is a mission essential position whereby the incumbent is required to report for duty or remain in place during inclement weather conditions or other appropriate emergency conditions in order to carry out the assigned mission. 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. This position requires the incumbent to work 56 hours per week (112 hours Bi-Weekly) with one 24 hour tour of duty weekly and may require working weekends and holidays. This position may require occasional TDY and incumbent to travel via land and/or air. Incumbent maybe required to serve a one-year probationary period if not already served. Appointment to this position is subject to a background investigation to determine your suitability for Federal employment. 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: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-08 grade level in the Federal service which includes performing fire prevention inspections of a variety of facilities and equipment with continuing responsibility for an installation characterized by high degrees of fire hazards and potential severity; plan and direct the installation fire prevention programs and to serve as a technical advisor to verify code compliance in hazardous material handling, storage, and use. In addition to meeting the specialized experience requirement above, applicants must also possess: Fire Officer II, Fire Inspector II, Fire Instructor II, Hazardous Materials Incident Commander, Firefighter I/IIcertified through DoD Fire and Emergency Services Certification System, International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC), or the Fire Service Professional Qualifications System (PRO-Board) in accordance with DoD 6055.06-M.. The incumbent must obtain and maintain National Registry Emergency Medical Technician as condition of employment. NOTE: If your application package does not contain proof of having these certificates, your application will be marked as incomplete and you WILL NOT receive consideration for this position. 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. This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. This is a(n) Installation Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. 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 and relocations incentives MAY be authorized. Student loan repayment MAY be authorized. Salary negotiations for those candidates who are new to Federal service MAY be authorized. Credit for prior non-federal work experience and certain military service for determining annual leave accrual rate MAY be authorized. This position has been identified as a secondary position and has been approved for special retirement coverage (SRC) under the provisions of title 5 United States Code, Sections 833(c) and 8412(c) by DoD Memorandum dated November 22, 2013. Employee must meet all transfer requirements for their respective retirement system on the date of the move to this secondary position to be entitled to remain covered under SRC. For more information on provisions of Special Retirement Coverage (SRC), please follow this link: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/140025_vol336.pdf?ver=2017-12-01-105458-707 Expand Hide  additional information 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. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.