Summary

This is a Direct-Hire advertisement. Veterans preference is not applicable to this advertisement. Learn more about this authority at: Direct Hire Authority

These positions are located in, Yuma, AZ and St. George, UT. Information about these locations can be found by clicking on the location name listed.

We expect to fill 3 vacancies at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available.

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Overview

• Accepting applications
• Open & closing dates

06/27/2024 to 07/11/2024

• Salary

$54,292 - $70,578 per year

• Pay scale & grade

GS 8

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Locations

3 vacancies in the following locations:

• Yuma, AZ 1 vacancy
• Saint George, UT 2 vacancies
• Remote job

No

• Telework eligible

No

• Travel Required

50% or less - Frequent/Extensive travel will be required during peak fire activity.

• Relocation expenses reimbursed

No

• Appointment type

Permanent - This is a permanent appointment.

• Work schedule

Full-time

• Service

Competitive

• Promotion potential

None

• Job family (Series)

0456 Wildland Fire Management

• Supervisory status

Yes

• Security clearance

Not Required

• Drug test

Yes

• Position sensitivity and risk

Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk

• Trust determination process

Credentialing

Suitability/Fitness

• Announcement number

FADHA-24-12460157-BR

• Control number

797575300

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This job is open to

• Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)

Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.

• The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Clarification from the agency

All U.S. Citizens - Open to the Public; No previous Federal Service is required. This position is being advertised under an OPM government-wide Direct Hire authority. CTAP / ICTAP eligibles within the local commuting area.

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Duties

• Exercises supervisory authority to regularly assigned firefighters for an Engine crew.
• Applies an experienced understanding of firefighter safety, fire behavior, topography of the area weather, fuels, and training in fire management.
• Supervises, mentors, and instructs employees on crewmember duties.
• Plans action and direct utilization of fire line resources; directs assigned suppression operations and directs assigned suppression operations.
• Recommends and implements tactical strategies in the field.
• Oversees the development and implementation of training programs to comply with policy, regulations, and development.
• The supervisor performs administrative program management functions such as planning, budget execution, and stewardship of facilities, equipment, vehicles, and accountable property.
• Procures, maintains, inventory tools and equipment.
• Supervises and directs fuels management projects that include prescribed fire, and mechanical and biological treatments.
• Supervises and/or participates in fire prevention promotional events.

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Be sure to read the HOW TO APPLY and REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Sections.
• You cannot hold an active real estate license; nor can you have an interest or hold stocks in firms with interest in Federal Land.
• Direct Deposit Required.
• Background Investigation Required.
• Appointment will be subject to a favorably adjudicated background determination. Failure to possess or obtain a favorable determination will result in the cancellation of the offer or will be grounds for termination.
• Supervisory Probationary Period: If you are selected for this position, you will be required to serve a one year supervisory probationary period if one has not previously been completed.
• You must meet specified levels on annual physical fitness tests, and pass periodic medical exams for wildland fire personnel, commensurate with current incident management qualification.
• You must be 18 years of age or older to be assigned to a hazardous position.
• You must pass a pre-employment physical.
• Applicant(s) tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use and to pass the test prior to appointment. In addition, this position is subject to random testing for illegal drug use.
• This position requires regular and recurring overtime and shift work during peak fire season.
• May require completion of a one-year probationary period.
• Applicants appointed to this position must POSSESS and maintain a valid state driver's license.
• You may be required to have a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Class A, B, or C Endorsement.
• You must also pass the work capacity test for arduous positions.
• Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered for Selective Service.

Qualifications

Specialized Experience Requirements:

In order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the specialized experience requirement(s); please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience. To be creditable, this experience must have been equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade of the position to be filled.

To qualify for the GS-08 grade level, 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-07) is required. Examples include, but are not limited to: 1) on-the-line wildland fire experience as a lead firefighter or supervisor managing resources, equipment, and tools directly related to the suppression of wildfires; 2) leading an engine module in response to wildland fire incidents; and/or 3) determining suppression method to use including hose lay types, deployment of crew, point of initial attack, types of tools to use, and application of water and handline location and standards.

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; religious; 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.

Substitution of Education for Experience:

There is no substitution of education for experience for this grade level.

Selective Placement Factor(s): This position requires a special qualification that has been determined to be essential to perform the duties and will be used as a screen out element. Those who do not provide evidence they possess the following selective factor(s) will be rated not qualified.

1) This position is a Primary Firefighter position and is subject to a maximum entry age (MEA). The MEA is the date immediately preceding your 37th birthday. Applicants must not have reached age 37 at the time of appointment, unless proof is provided of prior Federal service in another primary covered position, or you are a preference eligible veteran. If you are a preference eligible veteran, you may be eligible for this position after your 37th birthday. You must supply a copy of your Defense Department Form 214 (DD-214) along with Standard Form 15 (if applicable) and any associated documentation in accordance with the instructions in this vacancy announcement. Failure to provide this documentation with your application may result in loss of consideration. If over the MEA and you are not a veteran, proof of prior covered service must be submitted prior to employment. Acceptable proof consists of SF-50s showing beginning and ending dates of covered/creditable appointments and copies of approved letters based on individual claims. See Required Documents Section.

2.) This position has been identified as one of the key fire management positions under the Interagency Fire Program Management (IFPM) Standard. This position has been categorized as a Supervisory Fire Engine Operator (SEOP), and requires selectee to meet the minimum qualification standards for IFPM prior to being placed into the position unless stated otherwise.

To meet IFPM requirements, you must have possessed all of the following National Wildfire Coordinating Group (NWCG) incident management qualifications and training requirements to be considered eligible for this position (currency not required at time of referral, but may be required to obtain and maintain currency if selected):

A) Engine Boss (ENGB), AND;

B) Incident Commander, Type 5 (ICT5), AND;

C) Portable Pumps and Water Use (S-211)

You must meet all qualification and selective placement factor requirements by the closing date of the announcement.

Physical Demands: Duties involve rigorous fieldwork requiring above average physical performance, endurance and superior conditioning. Work requires prolonged standing, walking over uneven ground, and carryin