Job summary

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Major duties

Serve as a Training Specialist managing, planning, developing and executing a fire section training program designed to ensure all mandated training is accomplished. Provide and oversee training that consists of (but not limited to), fire suppression, hazardous materials recognition and procedures related to spills and containment, specialized rescue procedures, medical protocol and -- -- training, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)procedures, and Mutual Aid response procedures. Evaluate results of training and makes necessary adjustments. Review and evaluate training or educational materials (i.e. texts, manuals, and handbooks), training media methods, tests, etc. Perform life support and emergency response duties. Use emergency medical tools and equipment Perform firefighting duties as needed.

Qualification

To qualify for a Fire Protection Specialist, your resume and supporting documentation must support: A. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position, and is directly in or related to this position. For current and former Federal civilian service employees, to qualify for the GS-09 grade level, specialized experience must be at the GS-07 grade level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military or private sector. For all other applicants, to qualify for the GS-09 grade level, specialized experience must be at the GS-08 grade level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes: Administering a training program for fire protection and prevention, to include but not limited to structural firefighting, emergency medical, hazardous material, specialized rescue, fire and life safety, etc. Fire ground operations and fire prevention theory and techniques. Applying different types of codes and regulatory requirements to include NFPA, OSHA, DoD, and other national consensus standards. Developing and delivering of training classes relating to fire protection and prevention topics AND B.SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR (SPF): Department of Defense (DoD) 6055.06-M, "Fire and Emergency Services Certification Program" identifies the level of performance required for all DoD Fire and Emergency Services personnel. The certifications listed below are the minimum mandatory certification requirements for this position. DoD Incumbents shall possess DoD Certifications, or equivalent accredited certifications from the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or the National Professional Qualifications System (Pro-Board): Fire Officer II Fire Inspector II Fire Instructor II Hazardous Materials Technician Firefighter I and II Driver Operator - Pumper Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation State of (Ohio, California, Virginia, Pennsylvania) Certifications: Emergency Medical Technician - Basic**** If you do not possess a certification for the state in which you are applying, you MUST have National Registry certification and be eligible for reciprocity requirements. Licenses: Valid State Driver's License Other training requirements that must be obtained within one year of employment and maintained: Emergency Vehicle Operator, (EVOC) 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.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Evaluations

The assessments for this job will measure the following Competencies: Fire Suppression Education and Training Emergency Medical Care Hazardous Materials Response Firefighting Equipment Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation may be completed and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. The rating you receive is based on your responses to the assessment questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the competencies required for this position. If your resume and/or supporting documentation is reviewed and a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.