Job Listing: Lead Firefighter (Paramedic)
Duty Locations
1 vacancy - AK - Ft. Wainwright DEPARTMENT OF ARMY RANKED ONE OF THE TOP TEN FEDERAL WORKPLACES FOR 2007!Challenge Yourself - Be an Army Civilian - Go Army!
Civilian employees serve a vital role in supporting the Army mission. They provide the skills that are not readily available in the military, but crucial to support military operations. The Army integrates the talents and skills of its military and civilian members to form a Total Army.
Organization(s):
USAG - Alaska, Asst Directorate of Public Works, Fire & Emergency Division, Fort Wainwright, AK - Eligible for 24% Cost of Living Allowance
Who May Apply: Click here for more information. PLEASE INDICATE ON YOUR RESUME IF YOU POSSESS THE FOLLOWING CERTIFICATIONS:
The following certifications are REQUIRED for this position: Fire Fighter II, Apparatus Driver Operator Pumper, Apparatus Driver Operator Aerial, HAZMAT Technician.Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) eligibles. All U. S. citizens.
Major Duties
As Firefighter-Paramedic, administers advanced life support emergency medical care to the sick or injured. As Lead Paramedic, assures work performed by Firefighter (EMT's) is accomplished IAW instructions. Performs the following duties: Paramedic; Firefighter; Driver Operator; HAZMAT Technician; & Rescue Technician. Paramedic: Responds to accidents and emergencies involving injury, illnesses, hazardous environments, etc. Fire Protection: Responds to alarms and combats fire requiring firefighting tasks of moderate to severe difficulty. Driver-Operator: Drives/operates fire department vehicles of significant complexity to include: Fire Engines, Aerial Ladder, ALS Ambulance, Hazardous Materials Response unit, Support equipment, Rescue boats and forklifts. HAZMAT Technician: Member of the hazardous material/weapons of mass destruction emergency response team and structural firefighting crew. Fire Prevention: Performs fire protection inspection to detect and eliminate common fire hazards.How to Apply
Click here for more information. Resumes must be received by the closing date of this announcement.Self-nomination must be submitted by the closing date.Resume must be on file in our centralized database.Announcements close at 12:00am (midnight) Eastern Time. You must have an ACTIVE resume with the Army Centralized Resumix database before you submit your Self-nomination. If you do not have an ACTIVE resume on file, please click here to use the Army Resume Builder to create or update your resume.Required Documents:
You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. License/Certification: See DoD Certifications under Conditions of Employment/Alaska drivers license
Contact Information:
Central Resume Processing Center
Phone: 410-306-0137
Email: applicanthelp@cpsrxtp.belvoir.army.mil
Or write:
Central Resume Processing Center
314 Johnson Street
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005-5283
What To Expect Next:
Once this announcement closes, candidates will be evaluated using an automated system, (Resumix) which compares your skills and experience as described in your resume with the requirements of the position. If you are found to be a highly qualified candidate, you will be referred to the selecting official for further consideration. (In some cases, individuals with priority for special consideration must be considered and selected before other candidates.) Whether or not you are contacted for an interview depends upon the location of the position and the judgment of the selecting official. You can view the status of announcements that you applied for through our automated response system, ANSWER, accessed through our Civilian Personnel On-Line web page.
Required Skills
Qualifications
Click on link below to view qualification standard.General Schedule SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Experience sufficient to make independent assessment of emergency situations and select from a large number of procedures the most appropriate procedure for the given situation. Ability to resolve problems of the team and to perform day-to-day work on own initiative. Ability to independently perform duties required in response to situations involving Fire, Emergency Medical Services, Hazardous Materials Incidents, Rescue Operations to include but not limited to Confined Space, High Angle, River and Other types.
CONDITIONS of EMPLOYMENT:
1) The following certifications are required for this position: Fire Fighter II, Apparatus Driver Operator Pumper, Apparatus Driver Operator Aerial, HAZMAT Technician.
2) A current, valid state drivers license and Government license is mandatory for this position.
3) Incumbent must have received and then maintain EMT-Paramedic license from the State of Alaska or National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.
4) This position is covered by the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Program. The incumbent is required to sign a DA Form 5019-R (Condition of Employment for Certain Positions Identified as Critical Under the Drug Abuse Testing Program) and must pass urinalysis testing, as required prior to appointment and periodically thereafter.
5) Designated Key Position - Position is designated as a "Key Position" in accordance with AR 690-11. This position shall not be vacated during a national emergency or during mobilization without seriously impairing the capability of the agency to function effectively. Because of the essential nature of this position, it should not be filled by Ready Reservists or military retirees with re-call obligations to preclude such positions from being vacated during a mobilization.
The experience described in your resume will be evaluated and screened for the Office of Personnel Management's basic qualifications requirements, and the skills needed to perform the duties of this position as described in this vacancy announcement.
Other Requirements:
Click here for more information. Personnel security investigation required. Position is designated as Emergency Essential. A medical examination is required.Must comply with Drug Abuse Testing Program requirements.Maximum 37 years of age restriction. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. Direct Deposit of Pay is Required. Position requires employee to wear a uniform and/or protective clothing.One year trial/probationary period may be required.
Date Posted: May 4, 2008
Job Details |
Job Location |
Candidate Application |
| Employer: Department Of The Army | Address: | Contact: |
| Job Type: Full-time | City: Anchorage | |
| Experience:Any | State: Alaska | |
| Education: Any | Zip Code:99504 | Online: Website Link |
Salary and Benefits
Salary Range: 39,795.00 - 51,738.00 USD per year
Benefits
The Department of Defense offers excellent benefits programs some of which may include: Comprehensive health and life insurance Competitive salaries Generous retirement programs Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation time Flexible work environment and alternate work schedules Paid employment related training and education Possible student loan repayment Payment of licenses, certification, and academic degrees as applicable Bonuses, incentives, and awards as appropriate for the job.If you wish, you may also Submit Your Resume to the Insourced co-branded Resume Submission service, which will make your resume available to all employers in the CareerBuilder.com job search system.
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