Firefighter (EMT/Basic Life Support) GS-0081-05/06/07

To qualify at the GS-05 grade level, your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-04 grade level in the federal sector. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. Examples of specialized experience include performing the following types of tasks on a regular basis.

Experience assisting in fire supression and emergency response. Experience participating in aircraft rescue and firefighting operations or training exercises activities Experience assisting with emergency medical response activities, providing patient care or support. To qualify at the GS-06 grade level, your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS- 05 grade level in the federal sector.

Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. Examples of specialized experience include performing the following types of tasks on a regular basis. Independently performing firefighting and emergency response duties.

Experience driving and operating firefighting and special purpose vehicles (e.g., engines, ARFF apparatus, rescue vehicles, or support apparatus) during emergency and non-emergency operations. Experience providing emergency medical care of medical support with the scope of training or certification (EMT-B / BLS) as part of a fire or emergency response team.

To qualify at the GS-07 grade level, your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS- 06 grade level in the federal sector. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. Examples of specialized experience include performing the following types of tasks on a regular basis.

Experience driving and operating firefighting and special purpose vehicles (e.g., engines, ARFF apparatus, Aerial apparatus, rescue or HAZMAT vehicles) in emergency and non-emergency conditions, Experience performing physically demanding work in emergency or operational environments including the use of personal protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus,.

Experience functioning in a senior firefighter or acting role when assigned, including assuming increased responsibility during emergency operations, providing direction to other firefighters Quality Ranking Factors(s) are knowledge, skills, and abilities/competencies.

Applicants who possess advanced fire service certifications such as: Fire Officer I Fire Inspector I Fire Instructor I or higher-level equivalent certifications NOTE: All experience statements (i.e., duties, specialized experience, or related applicable assessment) copied from this announcement and pasted into your resume will not be considered as a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. NOTE: Education cannot be substituted for experience at this grade level.

National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

The primary purpose of this position is to perform firefighting and a variety of rescue/emergency response and fire prevention duties in the protection of personnel, property and equipment. Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include: Driving and operating firefighting and special purpose vehicles of significant complexity (e.g. ARFF apparatus, structural pumpers, aerial ladder trucks, emergency rescue vehicle, HAZMAT response vehicle).

Performing acting operational leadership functions during emergency incidents. Communicating verbally and in writing during routine operations, emergency incidents, training activities, and field exercises. Rendering emergency medical services as a National Registry Emergency Medical Technician/Basic Life Support. GS-05 and 06 Levels are developmental positions with less complex duties and will be performed under closer supervision.

Training requirements include progressively more complex certifications to perform at the full performance level at GS-07 MAXIMUM ENTRY AGE: This position requires a maximum entry age for an initial appointment; applicants cannot have reached their 37th birthday by the date of appointment.

Applicants who have passed the designated entry age limit, but who have previously serviced as a federal employee in a covered position, may be eligible to re-enter the firefighter/LEO service provided that they: (1) meet all applicable qualifications for the position and (2) will be able to complete a total of 20 years of covered an creditable Federal fire/LEO service by the time the firefighter/LEO reached the age of 57. KEY POSITION: This position is designated as a key position.

In the event of a crisis situation, war, or mobilization, the incumbent must continue to perform the duties to support mission requirements. A member of the Ready Reserve may not fill the position on a permanent basis. If filled by a member of the Ready Reserve, appropriate action must be undertaken to change the incumbent's reserve status to a status other than that of Ready Reserve.

This position is identified as Essential Personnel to support the operation of BASE Elizabeth City, NC.PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Working conditions include such factors as extreme heat; thick and potentially toxic smoke, heights, enclosed and/or smoke-filled spaces, wearing protective clothing and breathing apparatus while carrying heavy loads, which may exceed 100 pounds.

Applicants are required to meet the physical requirements of the position in accordance with NFPA 1582 and must participate in a daily physical fitness program to effectively perform the rigorous tasks required of the position. Expected to actively participate in a department approved physical fitness exercise and wellness program designed to maximize job performance on guidance from NFPA 1500, Fire department Occupational Safety and Health Program, NFPA 1582, and NFPA 1583, Health Related Fitness for Firefighters.

Fitness program will include fitness assessments as outlined in NFPA 1582 and NFPA 1583.Required to wear all PPE issued or made available in the workcenter. IMPORTANT: If you have received a Student ID# for the DoD Fire and Emergency Services Certification Program website (https:// go.usa.gov/xdsTR) please provide a copy of your most recent certification transcript. Note: If you do not know your Student ID, you may contact the AFCEC Reach back center at: http://http//[email protected]/.

If you do not have a Student ID and/or cannot access the Certificate Program site, you must upload a copy of your individual certifications or transcript at the time of your application or you will be removed from consideration. If submitting multiple certifications, please combine into a single file for upload.

Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments.

Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement.

To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. Reasonable Accommodation Information