To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 05/30/2025.
This position includes
Selective Placement Factors (skill, knowledge, ability or other worker characteristic basic to - and essential for - satisfactory performance of the job). Selective Placement Factors are a prerequisite to appointment and represent minimum requirements for a position. Applicants who do not meet it are ineligible for further consideration. The Selective Placement Factors for this position are:
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Copies of certifications must be submitted at the time of application.
- Firefighter II Certification from the National Pro Board or International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC). (required at grades 4,5,6,7)
- Hazardous Materials Operations Certification from the National Pro Board or International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC). (required at grades 5,6,7)
- State or national registry Emergency Medical Technician certification (required at grades 5,6,7)
- Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator-Pumper Certification from the from the National Pro Board or International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC). (required at grades 6,7)
- Hazardous Materials Technician Certification from the National Pro Board or International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC). (required at grades 6,7)
- Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support Provider (BLS) Certification (required at grades 4,5,6,7)
- Must possess and maintain current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification (required at grades 4,5,6,7)
To qualify at the GS-4 you must meet one of the following requirements:
Experience: At least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-3) in the federal service that has given me the knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform the duties of a Firefighter. Such duties may include
(1) controlling or extinguishing fires as a member of an organized military, industrial, volunteer, or governmental fire department or brigade;
(2) rescue operations;
(3) detection, reduction, or elimination of potential fire hazards;
(4) operation of fire communications equipment;
(5) controlling hazardous materials incidents and/or
(6) developing, implementing, or providing training in fire protection and prevention.
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OR-Education: Successfully completed a 2-year course of study in an accredited college or university in Fire Training, Fire Science, or other related fields of study.
NOTE: Transcript(s) Required
-OR-Combination: Equivalent combination of successfully completed post-high school education (beyond the second year) and specialized experience as described above to meet the total requirements for this position. The education portion must include courses in Fire Science, Fire Training, or other related fields of study in an accredited college or university.
To qualify for this position at the GS-5 level, you must meet one of the following:
Experience: You must have at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-4) in the Federal Service that has given you the particular knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform the duties of a Firefighter - Basic Life Support/Hazardous Materials Technician. Such duties may include (1) controlling or extinguishing fires as a member of an organized military, industrial, volunteer, or governmental fire department or brigade; (2) rescue operations; (3) detection, reduction, or elimination of potential fire hazards; (4) operation of fire communications equipment; (5) controlling hazardous materials incidents and/or (6) developing, implementing, or providing training in fire protection and prevention.
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OR-Education: Successful completion of a 4-year course of study above high school leading to a bachelor's degree in an accredited college or university with major study in Fire Science, Fire Training, or other related fields of study is qualifying for GS-5.
NOTE: Transcript(s) Required
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OR-Combination: Equivalent combinations of successfully completed post-high school education (beyond the first 2 years or associate's degree) and specialized experience, as described above, may be used to meet total qualification requirements for the GS-5. The education portion must include courses in Fire Science, Fire Training, or other related fields of study in an accredited college or university.
To qualify for this position at the GS-6 level: You must have at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-5) in the Federal Service that has given you the particular knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform the duties of a Firefighter - Basic Life Support/Hazardous Materials Technician. Such duties may include (1) controlling or extinguishing fires as a member of an organized military, industrial, volunteer, or governmental fire department or brigade; (2) rescue operations; (3) detection, reduction, or elimination of potential fire hazards; (4) operation of fire communications equipment; (5) controlling hazardous materials incidents and/or (6) developing, implementing, or providing training in fire protection and prevention. These assignments would have been performed of a more limited scope and with less independence than the full performance level, and be performed under supervision, consulting with the supervisor when problems are encountered; however, the degree of supervisory controls would be less than at the GS-5 grade level.
To qualify for this position at the GS-7 level:
You must have at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-6) in the Federal Service that has given you the particular knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform the duties of a Firefighter - Basic Life Support/Hazardous Materials Technician. Such duties may include (1) controlling or extinguishing fires as a member of an organized military, industrial, volunteer, or governmental fire department or brigade; (2) rescue operations; (3) detection, reduction, or elimination of potential fire hazards; (4) operation of fire communications equipment; (5) controlling hazardous materials incidents and/or (6) developing, implementing, or providing training in fire protection and prevention. At this level, assignments would have been performed independently, with little or no supervision, only consulting with the supervisor when unusual problems are encountered.
You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position:
- Emergency Care
- Fire Management
- Hazardous Materials
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; religions; 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.
Medical and Physical Requirements: Prior to employment and annually thereafter, all firefighters must be certified by a qualified physician as meeting: (a) Medical and physical requirements for performing their assigned duties; (b) Requirements of NFPA 1582; (c) Requirements of NFPA 1583; and, (d) Requirements of NFPA 1500, Chapter 10. Employee works in a variety of environments to include high intensity situations, such as; extreme heat and smoke environments. Employee is required to wear protective ensemble to include self-contained breathing apparatus.