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Advertised pay scale is contingent upon verification from NGB. Salary will be finalized upon selection of this position.
ARKANSAS AIR NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED
**Position is Indefinite - based upon availability of funds and an annual verification of need by the 188th Wing Commander with approval from the Human Resources Office.**
This National Guard position is for a FIREFIGHTER (HAZARDOUS MATERIALS TECHNICIAN), Position Description Number D2258000 and is part of the AR ANG 188 CEG SQ, National Guard.
The National Guard is the oldest component of the Armed Forces of the United States. Since the earliest American colonial days, citizens have joined together for collective defense. We have a proud tradition of coming to the aid of our friends and neighbors in times of serious emergencies. Join our National Guard team and serve your nation, your states and your community!
NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
10/26/2017 to 10/30/2017
$40,684 - $52,893 per year
GS 7
5 vacancies in the following location:
Not required
No
Temporary - Indefinite
Full-Time
No
AR-10071131-AF-18-016
482901300
As a(n) FIREFIGHTER (HAZARDOUS MATERIALS TECHNICIAN), GS-0081-7, you will
1. Performs hazard and risk assessment and conducts a complete incident analysis. Conducts immediate incident surveys to completely identify materials involved, determines specific hazardous materials that have been released, analyzes surrounding conditions to identify the materials and containers involved; predicts behavior of a material and/or container and recommends mitigation actions. Predicts the potential harm to people and the environment. Develops an appropriate strategy for approaching the release site and containing the release. Establishes on scene control procedures, including control zones and decontamination processing. Employs hazardous materials response procedures and equipment, including liquid splash and vapor protective clothing, self contained breathing apparatus, spill containment materials, and extinguishing agents. Continuously evaluates the effectiveness of the situational response and recommends potential alternatives or supplementary actions. Assists other hazardous material technicians and other hazardous materials response personnel.
2. Drives and operates firefighting vehicles, such as pumpers, aerial ladder trucks, and Airport Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF) vehicles. Drives to the scene of the fire following a predetermined route or selecting an alternate when necessary and positions vehicle considering factors, such as wind direction, sources of water, hazards from falling structures, location of armament on aircraft, etc. Operates pumps, foam generators, boom and ground-sweep nozzles, and other similar equipment. Determines proper pressures, the number of lines, and relays requirements to the booster pumper. When operating a crash truck, maneuvers vehicle to keep the fire in optimum range while ensuring that back-flash will not occur.
3. Performs crash-rescue and firefighting duties involving air traffic or support operations where hazardous conditions are such that the expectancy for fire is high and potential for becoming destructive is great. Performs work at airfields handling aircraft (e.g., fighters, bombers, cargo, passenger) carrying large volumes of fuel, conventional and sometimes nuclear weapons, or highly flammable or explosive cargo; or handling a large number of air moves, or a moderate number involving pilot training, or other air moves with high crash or fire potential. Support operations involve extensive flight-line repair work, hot pit refueling, or the storage or movement of large quantities of gasoline and other fuels. Performs standby duty during aircraft refueling and defueling, engine maintenance and testing, welding and burning on fueled and/or armed aircraft, ammunition handling or other special circumstances. Maintains an up-to-date knowledge of the frequent changes in cockpit design, ordnance placement, and cabin layouts to determine how they affect the difficulty of rescue and firefighting. Directs water through turrets and hand-lines to cool weapons and ammunitions during rescue. Operates or deactivates specialized mechanisms and systems, such as hatch or canopy release mechanisms, ejection seat mechanisms, or oxygen supply systems.
4. Performs structural firefighting duties for a variety of facilities, which may include large multistoried buildings, industrial areas, and/or base storage facilities. Performs structural firefighting duties at facilities which may be engaged in the production, storage, and testing of fuels, explosives, gases, or other chemicals and materials which are capable of producing extensive and hazardous toxicological, biological, or radiological products.
5. Performs rescue of personnel and a variety of first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepare the victim(s) for transport to a medical facility. Uses direct pressure and/or tourniquets to stop bleeding, checks windpipe for obstructions, performs CPR, and/or provides other appropriate assistance. Participates in regular training and exercises as required.
6. Maintains firefighting equipment and fire station facilities. Performs functional tests and inspections. Performs preventive maintenance on equipment and housekeeping duties associated with assigned facilities.
7. Complies with health, safety, and environmental rules and procedures and performs work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work environment.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.
MILITARY REQUIREMENTS:
Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
Military Grades:
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Refer to DoD 6055.06-M, February 23, 2006, Table C2.T1, DoD Fire and Emergency Services Minimum Qualification Standards and Certification Requirements
http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives/corres/pdf/605506m.pdf.
The certification levels in the table are the minimum mandatory qualification standards for the positions indicated. Individuals must be certified at these levels to be eligible to fill these positions.
Exception: Certification requirements do not apply to a position that was occupied by a National Guard firefighter on or before 31 May 2000, provided the firefighter continued to occupy the same position. All others must complete the certifications to retain qualification levels and remain in their full-time positions.
THE FOLLOWING CERTIFICATIONS ARE MANDATORY FOR QUALIFICATION IN THIS POSITION
1.Firefighter I
2.Firefighter II
3.Airport Firefighter
4.HAZMAT Operations
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed
2. SF 181: Race and National Origin Identification with name listed.
3. Current AF Form 422 (Physical Profile Serial Report) dated within 18 months or Current Individual Medical Readiness (IMR) dated within 6 months: (Go to https://imr.afms.mil/imr/MyIMR.aspx. Click on the printer icon, select the Adobe PDF printer and click print. Save the document and submit it with your application. The date will populate on the bottom of the page when you print to PDF.)
4. Certifications: Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Airport Firefighter, HAZMAT Operations (All Certificates are MANDATORY for qualification)
Document 2 can be found here: http://www.arguard.org/hro/Staffing/TechAir/airtechhro.mht
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
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After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
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Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
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