Supervisory Fire Protection Inspector

Job summary

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: This position is included under the provisions of Special Retirement Coverage (SRC) and may have both a maximum entry age and a mandatory retirement date. Click here for more information on SRC for Firefighters (Secondary)

Major duties

As a Supervisory Fire Protection Inspector, you will perform the following duties: Directs Fire Prevention Branch in the daily application of sound fire prevention practices on the installation. Directs follow-up inspections for all systems which have been out of order or repaired. Inspects maintenance of all suppression and detection systems on post. Maintains close liaisons with city, county, state, and federal agencies ensuring compliance and coordination of all applicable laws. Maintains time and attendance records, approves leave and prepares all reports dealing with personnel under his supervision. Advises, counsels and instructs employees on both work and administrative matters. May act as the Fire Chief in his or the Deputy Chief's absence assuming full supervisory functions and controls. Provides immediate direction of department fire prevention and inspection, and carries out the policies and instructions of the Fire Chief.

Qualification

About the Position: Estimated annual pay range based on 56-hour workweek is $ 100,700. - $ 130,000. Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes 1) interpreting fire prevention policy and procedures for implementation; 2) coordinating fire prevention related trainings; 3) advising on fire code requirements; and 4) reviewing construction plans for new or modifications for compliance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09). Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone -- no substitution of education for experience is permitted. Selective Placement Factor: In addition to the specialized experience and/or education required to qualify for the GS-11 level you must also possess and maintain ALL the following Department of Defense (or reciprocal equivalent) certification, certified through DoD Fire and Emergency Services Certification System, International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC), or the Fire Service Professional Qualifications System (PRO-Board) in accordance with DoD 6055.06-M. Must possess and maintain DoD Firefighter Certifications: Fire Officer III, Fire Instructor II, Fire Inspector III, HAZMAT Incident Commander, Airport Firefighter, Plans Examiner I. NOTE: You MUST attach a copy of ALL the required certificates to your application package.

Education

NO EDUCATION SUBSTITUTION: For this job, you must meet the qualifications requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Evaluations

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.