Fire Chief
- Location:
- South Carolina, Fort Jackson
- Requires Relocation:
- No
- Start Date:
- 11/12/2024
- End Date:
- 18/12/2024
- Offering Type:
- Permanent
- Hiring Paths:
- The public
- Service Type:
- Competitive
- Travel Percentage:
- Occasional travel
About United States Army Installation Management Command
Looking to make a difference? Join our team! Army Materiel Command (AMC) is the Army’s primary logistics and sustainment command, responsible for managing the global supply chain and ensuring installation and materiel readiness across the Total Force. AMC is one of the Army’s largest commands with nearly 165,000 military, Army Civilian and contractor employees, impacting all 50 states and more than 150 countries. Since 1962, AMC has played a significant role in supplying our forces during wars, conflicts and contingencies, and providing humanitarian aid and disaster relief. From managing the Army’s global supply chain to providing quality of life programs for Soldiers and families; from providing financial management and contracting capabilities to leading the way in data analytics, AMC’s missions are wide ranging and critical. AMC’s workforce is at the core of the command’s support to the Warfighter. If you are ready to take your career to the next level and be part of a culture that puts people first, we have an extensive array of career paths available. Join today and be the power behind ensuring the best equipped and sustained fighting force in the world. Applicants may visit the Applicant Inquiry – CHRA Portal (army.mil) link if they have questions when applying for positions through USAJOBS. To submit an applicant inquiry, please visit: https://portal.chra.army.mil/hr_public?id=app_inq&validate=true
Job summary
Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Positions of the DoD Workforce. 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 ighters (Secondary)
Major duties
Responsible for overall management of the Fire and Emergency Services programs for the Directorate of Emergency Services. Develop and recommend all regulations and standard operating procedures in order to implement regulations (Fire and Emergency Services). Oversee the management of fire prevention activities for the DES, to include educational promotions, training for military and civilian personnel, fire prevention week activities, seasonal campaigns, and regularly scheduled inspection of facilities. Review plans and ensures that on-site inspection of new construction and alteration/maintenance projects are conducted for compliance. Assume control of firefighting and emergency activities while on duty. Directs emergency services equipment and personnel to respond to particular types of emergencies. Through subordinate supervisors, supervises technical and support employees.
Qualification
Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience 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. One year of specialized experience which includes: 1) experience managing the Fire Protection and Prevention Program and for a large military installation or civilian organization; 2) experience supervising emergency personnel such as firefighters; 3) experience reviewing review plans and ensuring that on-site inspection of new construction and alteration/maintenance projects are conducted for compliance. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12). NOTE: This position requires the incumbent to possess and maintain the following DOD Firefighter Certifications: Fire Officer IV, Instructor II, Inspector II, Hazardous Material Operations, and Incident Commander certified through DoD Fire and Emergency Services Certification System, International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC), or the Fire Service Professional Qualifications System (PRO-Board). You MUST submit a copy of the certifications.
Education
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 requirements 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. 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. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.