FIRE PROTECTION SPECIALIST (TITLE 5)

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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

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WHO MAY APPLY: U.S. Citizens

Overview

Telework eligibleNoRemote jobNoRelocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $57,300 - $74,487 per year Pay scale & grade GS 8 Promotion potential None Work schedulePart-timeTravel RequiredOccasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.Appointment typePermanent - Indefinite with Right to Convert to PermanentSupervisory statusNoFederal service typeThis job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a unionNoDrug testYesSecurity clearanceSecretFinancial disclosure requiredNoAnnouncement numberMO-13106238-AF-26-253Control number891032900

Occupations and job series

• 0081 Fire Protection and Prevention

Summary

This a National Guard Title 5 Excepted Service Position.

This is a Part-time, Indefinite with Right to Convert to Permanent GS-0081-08 FIRE PROTECTION SPECIALIST (TITLE 5), Position Description Number T5525000 and is part of the MO 131st Bomb Wing.

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Duties

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• Directs, plans, and organizes Fire Emergency Services activities.
• Plans, organizes, and provides fire prevention training to ANG personnel at the installation.
• Reviews new regulations or procedures and disseminates information assuring that such procedures are implemented.
• Represents the Fire Protection program with a variety of unit and functional area organizations.
• Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with other staff officials, and municipal fire departments.
• Evaluates fire departments with which agreements exist to ensure their capability to provide firefighting assistance.
• Participates in special projects and initiatives and performs special assignments.
• Identifies the need for special projects and initiates milestones and goals.
• Evaluates reports by analyzing facts and performing appropriate research and prepares detailed responses.
• Determines appropriate recommendations for unresolved or questionable problems and performs follow-up.
• Manages the Hazard Assessment Inspection Program, Public Fire Prevention and Education Program, Fire Protection Engineering, and Extinguisher Maintenance Program.
• Implements internal controls, self-inspection, and audit compliance.
• Coordinates with the Base Civil Engineer and other supervisors in the development and implementation of policies.
• Prepares and executes inspection and training duties to ensure the organization meets the training requirements provided by the Department of the Air Force.
• Develops recommendations for the Base Civil Engineer on the level and mixture of resources needed to ensure an effective and efficient program.
• Develops and maintains a variety of documentation such as fire prevention inspection schedules and facilities jackets on assigned facilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• Management has the right to convert indefinite employment to permanent status without re-advertising.
• Acceptance of an Excepted Service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
• United States Citizenship is required.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Failure to complete management prescribed courses for full-time support personnel within the first year of employment or assignment, may be cause for reassignment or termination.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• Position is subject to the provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
• Advanced in hire rate may be granted to set pay above the minimum rate of the grade for a new employee if he/she possesses superior qualifications relevant to the positions' requirements and is essential to accomplish the agency's mission.
• Creditable Service for Annual Leave accrual may be granted to new employees if he/she possesses superior qualifications essential to the position; and which were acquired through performance in a non-federal or active duty uniformed service position.
• The duties performed in a non-federal or active duty uniformed service position must directly relate to the position to which appointed and such qualifications are necessary to achieve an important agency mission or performance goal to be eligible.
• Appointments of retired members of the Armed Forces as National Guard employees within 180 days of retirement requires a waiver approved by the Adjutant General of Missouri before an effective date can be established.
• Indefinite employment can be terminated with a 30 day notice.
• In the event a permanent (Tenure 1 or 2) employee is selected, and is willing to accept the indefinite appointment, that employee will relinquish permanent status.
• Employee must participate in a mandatory physical fitness testing program.
• 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.
• The employee is required to work a 72-hour week on a 24 hour on, 24 hour off basis which includes weekends and holidays. May be subject to recall.
• This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration.
• Position meets the experience in a primary law enforcement position, or equivalent experience outside the Federal government, is a mandatory requirement.
• This is a part-time position. The selectee will be expected to work 16 - 32 hours per week, with the specific schedule determined by organizational requirements and supervisor approval.

Qualifications

GS-08 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must possess at least 18 months experience, education, or training in one or more of the following areas:

(1) Controlling or extinguishing fires as a member of an organized military, industrial, volunteer, or governmental fire department or brigade.
(2) Rescue operations.
(3) Detection, reduction, or elimination of potential fire hazards.
(4) Operation of fire communications equipment.
(5) Controlling hazardous materials incidents.
(6) Developing, implementing, or providing training in fire protection and prevention
(7) Firefighting and fire prevention theory and techniques;
(8) Fixed and mobile firefighting equipment operation.
(9) Planning, directing, or carrying out fire protection and prevention programs and operations and/or
(10) Performing emergency medical services.

The incumbent of this position must be certified by the DoD Firefighter Certification system as Fire Officer III (includes Fire Officer I, II), Fire Instructor III (includes Fire Instructor I, II), Fire Inspector II (includes Fire Inspector I), HAZMAT Incident Commander (includes Hazmat Awareness, Hazmat Operations), Airport Fire Fighter (includes Firefighter I, II). Proof of certification must be uploaded at the time of application.

Priority Placement:
Applicants who meet one of the DoD Priority Placement Program categories below are eligible to apply with this preference. (See Required Documents section)

• Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
• Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
• Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible"
• Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade

Education

This job does not have a qualification requirement that allows substitution of education for specialized experience

Additional information

Veterans Preference:
To claim a veteran's preference, you MUST submit the appropriate documentation listed below. Failure to do so WILL result in the loss of veteran's preference and will impact your placement on the selection certificate.

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. Click here for a copy of 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.

Please note-the applicable DD 214 and/or VA Letter with an SF-15 must be uploaded to accurately determine your eligibility.

Selective Service Act:
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(https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

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.

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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. Learn more about federal benefits.

Special Retirement Provisions Authority:

Per OPM Letter dated 21 Nov 03, one of the following apply:
-FERS-- Position covered as secondary position under the Federal Employees' Retirement System's special retirement provisions (5 U.S.C. 8412(d)). Authority: Under Secretary of Defense Memorandum, dated 21 Nov 03

OR

-CSRS-- Position covered as secondary position under the Civil Service Retirement System's special retirement provisions (5 U.S.C. 8366(c)). Authority: Under Secretary of Defense Memorandum, dated 21 Nov 03

Note: Special retirement coverage is effective retroactive to the date of the personnel actionof this SCPD.

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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.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

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.

Required Documents

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To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Packet which may include the following:

1. Resume (must include the following information)
   1. First and Last Name
   2. Contact Information (Phone Number and Email)
   3. Position Title(s)
   4. Company/Organization Name(s)
   5. Dates of Employment (MONTH and YEAR)
   6. Duties Performed - brief descriptions that show you can perform the tasks at the required level listed in the job announcement

Please be advised that copying and pasting the specialized experience from the vacancy announcement into your resume is prohibited and will result in your resume being disqualified.

It is best practice to ensure military career information is listed in addition to civilian career information.

1. Transcripts - Only a requirement if education is required OR you substitute education for specialized experience
   Unofficial copies may be submitted for application purposes, but placement will not occur until official transcripts have been provided.
2. SF-50 - If you have previously been employed by another Federal Agency or previously worked for our agency, please submit a copy of the last Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50).
   This is NOT a requirement for those that have never been employed by a Federal Agency or those currently employed by our agency.
3. DD214s
4. Veteran's preference documentation as applicable

Priority Placement Program:

Applicants claiming Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible must submit the following documentation:

• Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-3)
• Termination SF-50 Separation stating that the applicant has Priority Placement Eligibility
• Notice of Separation confirming of eligibility.

Applicants claiming Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement must submit the following documentation:

• Military Reserve and Technician Disability PPP Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-2)
• Termination SF-50 Separation stating that the applicant has Priority Placement Eligibility
• Notice of Separation confirming of eligibility.

Applicants claiming DOD Military Spouse preference must submit the following documentation:

• Marriage Certificate
• Spouses PCS Orders
• Military Spouse PPP Self Certification Checklist

Applicants claiming DoD Retained Grade preference must submit the following documentation:

• Retained Grade PPP Self Certification Checklist (DD3145-1)
• SF-50 effecting the placement in retained grade status, and
• A copy of the notification letter received (RIF or classification downgrade)

How to Apply

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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/13106238

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/.

Agency contact information

Danielle Calvin Phone 573-638-9500 X39644 Email danielle.l.calvin.civ@army.mil Address MO 131st Bomb Wing
511 Spirit Boulevard
Whiteman AFB, MO 65305-5055
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Next steps

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.

Special Retirement Provisions Authority: Per OPM Letter dated 21 Nov 03, one of the following apply: -FERS-- Position covered as secondary position under the Federal Employees' Retirement System's special retirement provisions (5 U.S.C. 8412(d)). Authority: Under Secretary of Defense Memorandum, dated 21 Nov 03 OR -CSRS-- Position covered as secondary position under the Civil Service Retirement System's special retirement provisions (5 U.S.C. 8366(c)). Authority: Under Secretary of Defense Memorandum, dated 21 Nov 03 Note: Special retirement coverage is effective retroactive to the date of the personnel actionof this SCPD.