Firefighter

Petaluma, CA

Employer:	US Coast Guard
Job Type:	Full Time
Description
Duties The incumbent performs firefighting and a variety of rescue/emergency response and fire prevention duties in the protection of personnel, property and equipment throughout the BASE complex and local community as outlined in the mutual aid agreements. Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include: Driving and operating fire fighting and special purpose vehicles of significant complexity. Performing duties as part of a fire fighting team in the capacity of hyrantman, hoseman, ladderman, or rescueman as assigned or directed. Performing pre-fire surveys and planning by physically going through structures to become familiar with the layout, nature and location of particular hazards. Rendering emergency medical services as a State or National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)-Basic Life Support (BLS). Responding to Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) incidents as a member of a Hazardous Materials Operations Response Team. Decontaminating, testing, and maintaining HAZMAT response equipment and supplies. Performing daily inspection and operational checks of assigned vehicles and equipment. Participating in annual fire prevention activities. This position has been designated as a key position. If selected for this position, the incumbent will be screened for Ready Reserve status and appropriate action will be taken to remove the incumbent from the Ready Reserves, if a member. MAXIMUM AGE RESTRICTION: This position meets the definition for "primary/rigorous position" contained in 5 CFR 842.802 and is subject to a maximum entry age of 37. The date immediately preceding an individual's 37th birthday is the maximum entry age for initial appointment. This does not apply to preference eligible veterans or to applicants who previously served in a covered position. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: You must complete a pre-employment physical prior to employment. 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, Standard on Comprehensive Occupational Medical Program for Fire Departments, and must actively participate in a department approved physical fitness exercise and wellness program designed to maximize job performance and reduce injury. Requirements Conditions of Employment All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Key Requirements: Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. Must be registered or exempt from the Selective Service. See www.sss.gov A one-year probationary period may be required. Suitable for Federal employment determined by background investigation. This is a Bargaining Unit position. Selectee must provide a valid state driver's license and safe driving record. Selectee subject to successful completion of pre-employment medical exam. Max 37 years of age entry restrictions (see questions for more information) Will require to undergo pre-employment and random drug testing. Time in Grade requirement must be met by the closing date of the vacancy. Additionally, you will be: required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift. This is a Mission Essential position. You will be required to ensure organization or facility continuity of operations and/or completion of tasks that are considered essential to the mission designated by a local or command decision. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or pass the test. You will be subject to random testing. This position requires rotating shift work. Required to work a 72-hour workweek and is subject to recall during off duty hours. Must participate in mandatory physical fitness program. You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination, and annually thereafter, a medical employment physical. Qualifications To qualify for the GS-07 grade level you must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-06 grade level in the federal service. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. Some examples of specialized experience include: Controlling or extinguishing fires as a member of an organized military, industrial, volunteer, or governmental fire department or brigade; Rescue operations; Detection, reduction, or elimination of potential fire hazards; Operation of fire communications equipment; Controlling hazardous materials incidents and/or Developing, implementing, or providing training in fire protection and prevention. NOTE: All experience statements (i.e., duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire) copied from this announcement and pasted into your resume will not be considered as a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. Selective placement factor(s) must be met in order to receive further consideration. You will be given the opportunity to address these when you apply on-line. In addition to the requirements above, possession of the following qualifications and certifications are highly desired upon application. These qualifications/certifications must be obtained within one year of employment and maintained: Apparatus Driver-Operator for: - Pumpers - Water Tender Firefighter I & II Fire Officer I Fire Instructor I Fire Inspector I Confined Space Rescue (when resources allow) HAZMAT Operations {awareness, and operations). Certifications in these areas shall be from the Department of Defense Fire and Emergency Services Certification Program (DIDFESCP) or equivalent training qualifications. All training and qualification certifications shall be accredited through the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC). EMT - Basic Life Support EMT certification shall be in accordance with the State or National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians requirements. ICS-100, ICS-200, IS-700 and IS-800 Incident Command System (ICS) certification shall be in accordance with the National Incident Management System (NIMS. 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 Office of Personnel management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule, C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. Education This position does not have a positive education requirement. If you are including education on your resume, report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. See Required Documents section for detail. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet Federal qualification requirements if you can show that your foreign education is comparable to education received in accredited educational institutions in the United States. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence with your application. See Recognition of Foreign Qualifications click here Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered. Additional information Any Offers of employment made pursuant to this announcement will be consistent with all applicable authorities, including Presidential Memoranda, Executive Orders, interpretive U.S. Office of Personnel Management guidance and U.S. Office of Management and Budget plans and policies concerning hiring. These authorities are subject to change. Due Weight Due weight will be given to performance appraisals and incentive awards in merit promotion selection decisions in accordance with 5 CFR 335.103(b)(3). Consideration will be given to performance appraisals and incentive awards as an indicator of quality of prior experience; no points will be assigned. E-Verify DHS uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities. Fair Chance Act The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Homeland Security and its Components from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to tony.ozuna@uscg.mil. Suitability Statement If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment. Shared Certificates Statement Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions. Special Employment Consideration The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR 213.3102(u), and or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps, VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement. Recruitment incentives may be authorized. All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit. More than 1 selection may be made from this announcement if additional identical vacancies in the same title, series, grade, and unit occur within 45 days from the date the certificate was issued. If you need a reasonable accommodation for the application and hiring process, please contact tony.ozuna@uscg.mil. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Visit Reasonable Accommodation 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 window Learn more about federal 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.

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Firefighter

Petaluma, CA

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