About this role
Job SummaryIf you have experience providing leadership to firefighters performing emergency duties of a specialized and hazardous nature, and are a knowledgeable, talented, and motivated individual, consider joining the Division of Fire and Rescue Services (DFRS). This position is located in the Division of Fire and Rescue Services, Security and Emergency Response, Office of the Director, Office of Research Services (ORS).
QualificationsCONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONTINUED: Must obtain and maintain a current certification of cardiopulmonary resuscitation training, meeting American Heart Association standards. Must obtain and maintain a current Automatic External Defibrillator certification. Must possess a current certification by the University of Maryland or the National Certification Review Board at the Fire Officer III level. Must possess a current certification by the University of Maryland or the National Certification Review Board at the Fire Service Instructor II level. Must possess a current certification by the University of Maryland or the National Certification Review Board at the Fire Inspector II level. Must obtain and maintain a current certification as a Hazmat Technician meeting the requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29 CFR 1910.120. Must obtain and maintain a current certification as a Hazmat Incident Commander meeting the requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29 CFR 1910.120. Must have successfully completed Radiation Safety in the Laboratory sponsored by the NIH Division of Radiation Safety, Office of Research Services. Must successfully complete annual Radiation Safety for Firefighters training sponsored by the NIH Division of Radiation Safety, Office of Research Services. Must obtain and maintain a current certification by the University of Maryland or another certified training agency in Confined Space Rescue meeting the requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29 CFR 1910.146. Must possess a current certification by the Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute or another certified training agency in Trench Rescue. Must successfully complete a Pumps and Hydraulics Course. Must successfully complete an Emergency Vehicle Operations Course. Must successfully complete an Truck Company Operations Course. Must successfully complete an Aerial Apparatus Operator Course. Must successfully complete an Advanced chemical, radiological, biological response training, Must successfully complete an Advanced chemical, radiological biological agents behavior and toxicology training. You qualify at the GS-11 level, if you meet the following qualification requirement: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: 1) developing, implementing, or providing training in fire protection and prevention; 2) maintaining and preparing monthly reports relating to fire department activities; 3) directing the work of the firefighters that are engaged in fire suppression, technical rescue, and hazardous material response/containment; 4) interpreting and applying the standard operating procedures, rules, regulations, codes, within the fire department; 5) providing supervision and/or direction to other firefighters. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire. Ensure you support your self-ratings with the information you provide in your application. We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer. In addition to the previous requirements, you must demonstrate possession of the following selective factor to qualify for the position: Current certification by the State of Maryland or the National Registry as an Emergency Medical Technician. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13057366
Major DutiesIf selected for this position as a GS-0081-11, Assistant Fire Chief your duties may include, but are not limited to the following: The entire Division of Fire and Rescue Services (DFRS) is divided into two platoons, which alternately staff the NIH firefighting and emergency response services. The incumbent serves as an assistant to the Chief, Division of Fire and Rescue Services (NIH Fire Chief) and serves in that capacity during his absence. Serves as supervisor in charge of one of those two platoons and has total responsibility for both the administrative and operational activities of his/her shift. Is responsible for the overall technical and administrative management of his/her platoon in all areas of emergency response including staffing, assignment of personnel, and assisting in the performance evaluation of personnel on his/her platoon. Serves as the platoon Incident Commander on incidents involving chemicals, biological agents, radiological agents, and specialized rescue emergencies. Knowledgeable in the use of chemicals in extinguishing fires, familiar with all the buildings on the installation and their contents, the location of all the fire alarm boxes, fire hydrants, sprinkler systems, smoke detection systems, standpipe and fire department connections, and their locations. Plans, directs, and participates in all drills which include rescue operations, lay and operation of hose lines; raising and turning of roof and extension ladders; operation and use of the foam generator, breathing apparatus, light and heavy rescue equipment; handling of hazardous materials incidents; use of forcible entry tools; and salvage operations. As an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with Basic Life Support training, responds to medical emergencies; at times working under severe conditions and circumstances in providing emergency treatment and stabilization of the critically ill or injured. Performs work in a complex environment involving a substantial number and diversity of hazards in research laboratories, patient care areas, hospital clinics, surgical suites, libraries, a large computer research center, animal areas, offices, industrial areas, etc. Therefore, must be thoroughly familiar with, and exercise extreme care when responding to these highly specialized areas, in order not to exacerbate the emergency, and to avoid loss of irreplaceable research data, rare medical literature, and valuable equipment.