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This position is located in the Fire Department, Support Services Division, Fire Prevention Branch, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fire & Emergency Services, Hampton Roads Area. The purpose of this position is to serve as Fire protection Inspector providing fire protection for the installation.

Major Duties

The incumbent provides all aspects of fire protection and prevention services for the installation where the hazards and severity are of a high degree and the expectancy of fire is high. The incumbent inspects areas and buildings including industrial structures, large multi-storied buildings, airfields and aircraft repair shops, explosives and fuel storage warehouses, and transfer areas to detect fire hazards which could cause fires resulting in property damage.  This position is developmental. 
The duties and responsibilities at the GS-04 and GS-05 levels are essentially the same as those at the GS-08 level except the incumbent is under closer supervision and receives more detailed instructions.  The ability to perform the duties of the position at the next grade level must be fully demonstrated prior to being promoted.

How to Apply

To apply for this position you will need to submit the occupational questionnaire, a resume, and other supporting documentation as stated in the Required Documents section of this announcement.  Instructions for completing the occupational questionnaire are located in the Required Documents section.  Submit your documents using one or a combination of the methods outlined below.  Follow all instructions carefully.

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes both of the following parts:

1.      Your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire, and

2.      Your résumé and any other documents specified in the Required Documents section of this job announcement.

 

Use Application Manager for convenience and quickest processing. Track your progress to a Complete Application Package using the My Application Packages checklist and status displays in Application Manager. Your Application Package status must be Complete by  Tuesday, April 08, 2008

Application Manager

To begin, choose one of these options:

·     If your résumé is going to come from the USAJOBS Resume Builder, you begin the process by clicking the Apply Online button near the bottom of this page. Your résumé will be attached only to the Application Package you complete and Submit immediately after you click the Apply Online button for this job announcement, not to any Application Packages you may already have created.

·      If your résumé is going to be one you prepared outside of USAJOBS Résumé Builder, click this link to begin the process:  

Online Questionnaire

To return to Application Manager at any time, use whichever one of the links  you used to begin as described above, or simply go to https://ApplicationManager.org.

 

 Option B:  Paper Qualifications Questionnaire

If it is not possible for you to use Application Manager, you can write your answers on paper.  Follow these steps:

1.   You can print a copy of this job announcement so that you can read the questions offline.

2.   Obtain and print a copy of the OPM Form 1203-FX, which you will use to provide your answers. You can obtain the form at this URL http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/OPM1203fx.pdf or by calling USAJOBS by Phone at (703) 724-1850; after the introduction, press 1, and listen for instructions.

3.   You may submit the Form 1203-FX, resume, and any supporting documents by fax.

·     By Fax: If you are faxing a Form 1203-FX, do not use a separate cover sheet. Simply make sure the Form 1203-FX is on top of any other documents you are faxing. If you are faxing any documents without the Form 1203-FX on top, always use the official cover sheet which is here -- http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf -- and be sure to fill it out completely and clearly.  The fax number is 1-478-757-3144.  Feed all documents into your fax machine top first so that we receive them right-side up.

 

It is recommended that you keep the confirmation copy of your

facsimile transmission.

 

QUESTIONNAIRE: 
Social Security Number

Your Social Security Number is Optional, however, your application may not be processed without it.  Please list your Social Security Number here.
Vacancy Identification Number

Enter:  EN183549
1. Title of Job

Enter:  FIRE PROTECTION INSPECTOR
2. Biographic Data

3. E-Mail Address

Please list your e-mail address where you wish to have correspondence sent in regards to this position.
4. Work Information

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.

5. Employment Availability

Are you available for Shiftwork?
6. Citizenship

Are you a citizen of the United States?
7. Background Information

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.

8. Other Information

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.

9. Languages

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.

10. Lowest Grade


0405
11. Miscellaneous Information

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12. Special Knowledge

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.

13. Test Location

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.

14. Veteran Preference Claim

15. Dates of Active Duty - Military Service

16. Availability Date

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.

17. Service Computation Date

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.

18. Other Date Information

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19. Job Preference

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.

20. Occupational Specialties

Please enter the occupational code as listed on the announcement.
001 NONE
21. Geographic Availability

Enter the geographic location(s) that you are interested in.

00015 Yorktown, VA00016 Virginia Beach, VA00017 Portsmouth, VA00018 Norfolk, VA
22. Transition Assistance Plan

23. Job Related Experience

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.

24. Personal Background Information

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX leave this section blank.

25. Occupational/Assessment Questions:

1. Read the following descriptions and select the one that best describes the level of your education and/or experience. Your selection must be supported by your resume.

A. I have one year of experience equivalent to at least the GS-03 level in the federal service such as assisting with controlling hazardous materials incidents; and/or assisting with developing, implementing, or providing training in fire protection and prevention.

B. I have 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.

C. I have a combination of A and B above.

D. My background does not meet the levels described above.

2. Read the following descriptions and select the one that best describes the level of your education and/or experience. Your selection must be supported by your resume.

A. I have one year of experience equivalent to at least the GS-04 level in the federal service such as controlling hazardous materials incidents; developing, implementing, or providing training in fire protection and prevention; and inspecting new construction for inclusion of appropriate fire prevention materials and equipment.

B. I have successfully completed a 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university with major study in Fire Science, Fire Training, or other related fields of study.

C. I have a combination of A and B above.

D. My background does not meet the levels described above.

TASK STATEMENTS

Instructions: For task statement 3 through 14, choose the response (A-E) from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Select only one letter per statement. Ensure that your application supports all of your responses.

A- I have not had education, training, or experience in performing this task.
B- I have had training or education directly related to this task, but I have not performed this task on the job.
C- I have performed limited aspects of this task on the job.
D- I have performed the full range of this task on the job under the direction of a supervisor or other employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.
E- I have performed the full range of this task on the job independently and without the review of a supervisor or other employee.

3. Inspects areas and buildings including industrial structures, large multi-storied buildings, airfields and aircraft repair shops, explosives and fuel storage warehouses, and transfer areas to detect fire hazards.

4. Writes, types, and computer generates inspection reports and follows up on any discrepancies to ensure deficiencies are corrected.

5. Assist with maintaining files on inspections, new construction, hazards and calculations of occupant loading.

6. Assist with maintaining constant surveillance over numerous and frequently changing hazardous conditions consisting of hazardous material identification, proper handling, and correct storage.

7. Reviews plans for new construction, alterations and extension of existing structures.

8. Inspects and corrects deficiencies in a variety of fixed fire protection systems (e.g., heat rise detection systems, carbon dioxide cascade systems, sprinkler/deluge systems, and portable fire extinguishing equipment).

9. Makes or recommends changes in basic fire protection and prevention systems, equipment, procedures, or regulations.

10. Assist with inspections of hazardous waste and hazardous material sites during fire inspection cycles and reports deficiencies to proper authorities.

11. Participates in preconstruction conferences with Public Works, safety engineers and contractors to insure compliance of fire and safety regulations.

12. Conducts inspections and evaluations of conditions prior to issuing Hazardous Operations Permits for welding/cutting operations, open burning, and/or fuel transfer operations.

13. Assist with developing, organizing and implementing a fire education program for employees and management.

14. Conducts on-the-job training for firefighters in fire prevention and fire inspection practices.

Required Documents:

All application materials must be received by the closing date of this announcement.  The following documents are required:

Occupational Questionnaire

Resume - Please ensure that your resume contains the basic information outlined in the Applying for a Federal Job link: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/of0510.pdf
Transcript - education must be from an educational institution accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Veterans' Preference Documentation, if applicable (e.g., DD214 or statement of service, VA letter, SF-15 - see Other Information section for further details)
When submitting your transcripts or Veterans Documentation it must be submitted by Fax:  Always use the official cover sheet which is located at: http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf -- and be sure to fill it out completely and clearly.  The fax number is 1-478-757-3144.  Feed all documents into your fax machine top first so that we receive them right-side up.


Contact Information:
HRSC EAST Navy

Phone: (757)396-7994

Email: deu.east@navy.mil


Or write:
NAVY HRSC East
Human Resource Service Center East
Bldg 17 Norfolk Naval Shipyard
Portsmouth, VA 23709

PLEASE DO NOT MAIL APPS TO THIS ADDRESS


What To Expect Next:

Applicants will receive notification advising them of their rating and if they were referred to the hiring agency for consideration.  If your name is referred to the hiring official, you may be contacted directly by that office for a possible interview.