Job summary

You will serve as a FIRE PROTECTION INSPECTOR in the Fire Prevention Division, Fire Department of NAVSTA GTMO.

Major duties

You will inspect fire protection systems (e.g., alarm system, fire suppression system) to maintain system readiness. You will inspect and test fire suppression systems. You will advise on acceptable design of code deficiencies (e.g., facilities layouts, construction, building contents, location of fire protection systems, fire alarm system operations, fire suppression systems operations. You will evaluate a fire prevention or fire protection program performance against approved firefighter program plans, schedules, or forecasts. You will evaluate and perform minor maintenance and repair to fire prevention or protection systems and equipment.

Qualification

Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of Specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-07 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Administer guidance on fire protection and system safety engineering standards and regulations to ensure fire safety codes are followed; 2)Test newly installed fire protection systems and equipment to verify compliance with building codes and regulations; 3) Perform a fire protection inspection of abuilding or storage facility to identify actual or potential fire hazards or fire safety deficiencies; and 4) Perform specialized fire inspections of controversial areas (e.g.,industrial facilities, aircraft hangars, fuel storage facilities). NOTE: This information must be supported in your resume to be considered for this position. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0000/fire-protection-and-prevention-series-0081/ Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONTINUED: incumbent is required to use all safety equipment and clothing provided by management. The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. You will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States driver's license. Physical Demands: The work requires considerable walking, climbing, bending, lifting, and working in various extreme weather conditions. It requires the physical ability to perform all assigned duties, including driving government vehicles. Position requires the ability to discern colors, contrast, and depth. Work Environment: Conducting fire safety inspections can require incumbent to enter confined or enclosed spaces for providing evaluation and preparation for issuing Hazardous Operations Permits. This position requires the employee to work under adverse environmental conditions and falls under the respiratory protection program and hearing conservation program. The work can require use of respiratory protective devices such as self contained breathing apparatus and lifelines. Incumbent is requires to wear personal protective equipment such as safety helmet, safety glasses/goggles, safety shoes, and hearing protection. Employee is required to be certified at the DoD Firefighter Certification Level as minimum: Fire Instructor I Fire Inspector II These certifications must have been awarded by DoD, IFSAC or ProBoard to meet the requirement. This position is considered Key/Emergency-Essential. You will be required to provide immediate and continuing support to ensure the success of combat operations or the availability of combat-essential systems. 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. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONTINUED: This position is covered as a s secondary position under the Civil Service Retirement System 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) and Federal Employees Retirement System 5 U.S.C. 8412(d). Authority: Department of Defense Memorandum dated 22 November 2013. Relocation and recruitment incentives up to 25% may be authorized. Life as a civilian employee at Naval Station Guantanamo Bay offers adventure, challenge, and opportunity, unequaled in any other locale. Learn more here: https://www.cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnrse/installations/ns_guantanamo_bay/about/installation_guide.html

Education

There is no education requirements for this position.

Evaluations

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. When the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the Occupational Questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following competencies: ACCOUNTABILITY BUILDING CONSTRUCTION FIRE PROTECTION INSPECTION PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE 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. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities or you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All eligibility, qualifications, and time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.