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Firefighter (Basic Life Support)

Full Time
$52,132 – $67,776 Per Year
Closing on Jan 21, 2025

Location:
Ohio, Whitehall
Requires Relocation:
No
Start Date:
07/01/2025
End Date:
21/01/2025
Offering Type:
Permanent
Hiring Paths:
The public
Service Type:
Competitive
Travel Percentage:
Occasional travel

About Defense Logistics Agency

America’s Combat Logistics Support Agency: The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) agency. DLA provides worldwide logistics support for the missions of the Military Departments and the Unified Combatant Commands under conditions of peace and war. It also provides logistics support to other DoD Components and certain Federal agencies, foreign governments, international organizations, and others as authorized.

Job summary

See below for important information regarding this job.

Major duties

Serves as a fully trained member of a firefighting crew engaged in a full range of emergency response to include fire, emergency medical, hazardous materials, specialized rescue, and natural disasters. Performs fire suppression, emergency medical, hazardous material and specialized rescue response. Uses various tools and equipment to perform fire ground operations Provides information to groups and individuals orally and in writing. Controls and extinguishes fires, operates hose lines, performs fire ground operations to include forcible entry, ventilation, search and rescue and salvage and overhaul. Drives and operates a full range of complex vehicles and apparatus to include fire engines, ladder trucks, technical rescue apparatus, medic units, and response trailers operating onboard systems. Performs Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) duties to include initial and on-going patient assessment and physical examination. Alternates as Lead Firefighter responsible for directing and participating in firefighting activities, fire prevention functions, station and equipment maintenance, training and administrative duties.

Qualification

To qualify for a Firefighter (Basic Life Support) 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. To qualify at the GS-07 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-06 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes: Performing a full range of firefighting duties such as combating fires, operating hose lines, making forced entries, and search and rescue. Performing or assisting in rescue operations. Performing basic life support to include emergency medical technician. Determining proper emergency response/equipment needs in an emergency situation. Driving and operating emergency vehicles. 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):Accredited Certification: Firefighter I & II Driver Operator Pumper Note: Driver Operator Certification requirements other than Driver Operator - Pumper are determined locally based on duty assignments. National Registry or State equivalent Certifications: Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Emergency Medical Technician - Basic Licenses: Valid State Driver's License Other training requirements that must be obtained within one year of employment and maintained: Emergency Vehicle Operator, (EVOC), Driver Operator - Aerial AND Minimum Age Requirement: Will be less than 37 years of age at the time of appointment. OR Will be 37 years of age or older at the time of appointment, but meet the following: (1) previously served in a DoD Firefighter position that was approved for Special Retirement Coverage and (2) after appointment to a DoD Firefighter position, be able to complete a total of 20 years of covered service a Firefighter by the last day of the month in which you reach age 57. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work involves extended periods of heavy moving and lifting. Generally, the work requires recurring bending, lifting, stooping, stretching, and positioning of patients, victims, fire hoses, fire extinguishers, and other equipment. Must be able to wear protective clothing and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds, while working in extreme heat and cold under adverse conditions, such as fire and smoke. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The employee works outside in all types of weather conditions. Employee is exposed to out-ofcontrol fires, emergency medical scenes, and other dangerous situations. Is also exposed to the possibility of burns andother effects of smoke inhalation, heat, falling materials, explosions, toxic materials, infections, and contagious diseases,and other dangerous substances. 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. Additional Age/Certification Requirements information can be found at: http://www.dla.mil/portals/104/documents/careers/downloads/FirefighterCertification.pdf 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 above or within the Firefighter link 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).

Education

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

Evaluations

Direct Hire Evaluation: Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements. This vacancy will be filled through a Direct Hire Authority. All applicants who meet the basic qualification requirements will be forwarded to the Selecting Official for consideration. The rule of Three, Veteran's Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply to this vacancy. We will evaluate your application for basic eligibility and to determine if your experience meets the basic qualification requirements described in the announcement. All applicants who meet the qualifications and other basic requirement are eligible for referral and selection consideration. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.