AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT DISPATCHER-DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to provide emergency police, fire and medical services to the public by answering emergency calls and responding with appropriate personnel and equipment. Learn more about this agency Duties Provides emergency FACC communications and dispatching services. Determines the nature of the emergency in accordance with established guidelines. Provides Emergency Basic Life Support Dispatch services to callers with medical emergencies. Maintain records, maps, checklists and charts, including automated programs. Maintains a current automated outage status file and ensures oncoming senior fire officials receive current outage reports. Operates and maintains telephones, automated data processing equipment, printers, recorders, facsimile equipment and other devices installed in the dispatch center. Prepares and maintains reports and records relating to emergency responses. Requirements Conditions of employment U.S. Citizenship is required Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage http://acqdemo.hci.mil/ and Fact Sheet http://acqdemo.hci.mil/faq.html Position may require an appropriate security clearance Employee must obtain/maintain current Hazardous Materials Awareness level certification (prerequisite for telecommunicator I/II) and International Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) certification Telecommunicator I/II within (1) year of employmen This position may require drug testing, and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection. Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays Shift work and emergency overtime may be required. Disclosure of Political Appointments Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization. Leave accrual may be authorized upon request All federal employees are required to have direct deposit This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. This position may require travel. Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position. Emergency-Essential (E-E), Non-Combat Essential (NCE), Capability-Based Volunteer (CBV) and Key Designated Position Statement: Incumbents on this position may need to be removed from their military recall status if alternates are not available. The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate valid driver's license may be required for the position. Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Clerical and Administrative Support Positions. GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one at least one year of general experience which is equivalent to Federal experience at the next lower grade (GS-04), level, pay band (NK-1), or equivalent (pay schedule, pay band, etc). General experience is described as: performing work involving dispatching emergency personnel or scheduling motor vehicles, keeping records and reports in electronic systems, and operating emergency communication systems. IDEAL CANDIDATE: (1) one year to obtain telecommunicator I and II certifications. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1.Knowledge of emergency communications operations. 2. Knowledge of basic computer operations to include word processing, retrieval and input of data. A qualified typist is not required. 3. Knowledge of emergency apparatus and the kind of apparatus and equipment needed for the emergency at hand. 4. Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing using a calm and stable demeanor while dealing with emergency situations. 5. Ability to work independently without immediate supervision. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Additional information This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in selection. This job announcement may close at any time - apply now! This is an acquisition demonstration project position NK-02 equivalent to a GS-5 to GS-7. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. 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. 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