Firefighter (Intermediate Life Support)

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This vacancy is for a GS - 0081 - 8, Firefighter (Intermediate Life Support) located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, BASE KODIAK FIRE SAFETY DIVISION -FF in KODIAK, Alaska.

To qualify at the GS-08 grade level, your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 grade level in the federal sector.

Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work.

Examples of specialized experience include performing the following types of tasks on a regular basis.

Controlling or extinguishing fires as a member of an organized military, industrial, volunteer, or governmental fire department or brigade; Rescue operations; Detecting, reduction, or elimination of potential fire hazards; Operation of fire communications equipment; Controlling hazardous materials incidents and/or Developing, implementing, or providing training in fire protection and prevention.

Certifications Required for applicant consideration: International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) certification or equivalent Firefighter I & II Current Alaska EMT-3, Alaska AEMT, National Registry EMT-Advanced, or verified reciprocal EMS certifications of an equal or higher level NOTE: All experience statements (i.e., duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire) copied from this announcement and pasted into your resume will not be considered as a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.

In addition to the requirements above, the following qualifications/certifications must be obtained within one year of employment and maintained, possession of the following qualifications and certifications are highly desired: Airport Firefighter Driver/Operator Pumper Driver/Operator ARFF Driver/Operator Aerial HazMat Awareness HazMat Operations Fire Officer I Fire Instructor I Fire Inspector I NOTE: Applicants who apply holding National EMT-Advanced or Non-Alaska EMS certification may be required to attend a bridging course after hiring to meet job performance requirements.

NOTE: All claimed Firefighting and Emergency Medical Service certifications MUST display numbered seals and date of completion. NOTE: Education cannot be substituted for experience at this grade level.

National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): 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. Major Duties:

You will serve as a Firefighter (Intermediate Life Support) and be responsible for the immediate response to fire alarms, and the control and extinguishment of fires as well as the maintenance and use of firefighting apparatus and equipment.

Fights fires aboard ships, cutters, boats, aircraft, hangars, and buildings containing small compartments that aggravate the hazards and danger of the situation.

The incumbent performs firefighting, driver operator and as necessary, a full range of invasive, intermediate life support, emergency medical technician duties.

Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team.

Typical work assignments include: Responding to fire alarms with fire apparatus and fighting fires aboard ships, cutters, boats, aircraft, hangars, and buildings containing small compartments.

Performing a full range of invasive, intermediate life support, emergency medical technician duties.

Performing routine tests, inspections, and servicing functions on all fire department equipment and fire apparatus.

Providing guidance and direction to new work force staff to meet the goals and objectives of the department. Providing support for hazardous materials and spill response.

Conducting fire prevention and safety inspections and basic fire investigations.

Mandatory training is required which must be successfully completed and other training may occur as necessary for success in the position.

MAXIMUM AGE RESTRICTION: This position meets the definition for "primary/rigorous position" contained in 5 CFR 842.802 and is subject to a maximum entry age of 37.

The date immediately preceding an individual's 37th birthday is the maximum entry age for initial appointment.

This does not apply to preference eligible veterans or to applicants who previously served in a covered position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: During emergencies, the incumbent may be required to perform strenuous work under physically/mentally stressful conditions in a dangerous environment.

He/she must be able to perform and function under conditions of heavy exertion while wearing protective clothing and breathing apparatus and be capable of carrying heavy loads.

Incumbent shall meet the entrance and retention requirements of NFPA 1001 and NFPA 1500 and pass an annual physical exam in accordance with NFPA 1582.

Incumbent is expected to actively participate in a department approved physical fitness/wellness program. This is a drug testing designated position.

The selectee must obtain and maintain Alaska State Emergency Medical Technician III certification.

Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application.

Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments.

Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis.

If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision.

You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement.

To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments. Reasonable Accommodation Information