Air Force Fire Protection Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Summary
This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) position. ARTs are part of the regular career civil service and enjoy all the benefits granted to Federal employees in the competitive civil service.
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Duties
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The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as an Enlisted Air Reserve Technician (ART) responsible for serving as the Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC) Numbered Air Force (NAF) Fire Emergency Services (FES) Readiness Compliance Program Manager for the NAF and all of its subordinate Fire Protection units/functions.
Duties:

1. Conducts the Fire Emergency Services (FES) Readiness Compliance Program for the Numbered Air Force(NAF). Determines methods, procedures and processes for collecting, recording, and analyzing all pertinent data for evaluation of unit Fire Protection programs.
2. Establishes and implements NAF Prime BEEF Fire Emergency Services (FES) Readiness Pay-It-Forward(PIF) processes and schedule.
3. Performs NAF Prime BEEF Fire Emergency Services (FES) program reviews as directed.
4. Accomplishes studies, conducts trend analysis, and performs other work associated with maintaining maximum combat readiness of all NAF Prime BEEF Fire Emergency Services (FES) subordinate units.
5. Works to achieve and support quality improvement in all products and service.

Requirements
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Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Must be a current member of the AF Reserve or willing/qualified to join
• This position requires the incumbent to obtain and retain the designated security clearance level for this position.
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Total salary varies depending on location of position
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• This is a drug testing position
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period.
• AFSC: 3E700

Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions,
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: External Applicants: At least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade (GS-10) or equivalent. Specialized experience must include knowledge of a wide range of principles, concepts, and practices in applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques in managing and administering the Prime BEEF Fire Emergency Services (FES) Readiness Compliance Program in support of an Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC) Numbered Air Force (NAF) and its subordinate Wings, Groups, and Prime BEEF FES units/functions. Knowledge of the Fire Protection field and related Federal, State, and regional FES policies, concepts, regulations, and laws including related legislative matters and legal precedents to provide technical advisory services to NAF leaders, managers, supervisors, and technical personnel; NAF Prime BEEF FES plans for mobility, deployment, contingency, readiness management and project management techniques.
FEDERALTIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-10 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

1. Knowledge of the mission, organization, programs, and functions of the Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC)Numbered Air Force (NAF) to include wartime requirements. Knowledge of Air Force continuous process improvement methodology, tools, and techniques. Knowledge of safety, health, and security regulations.
2. Knowledge of directives, methods, terminology and analytical techniques and procedures pertaining to NAF Fire Emergency Services (FES) program plans and operations to develop guidance for Fire Protection program implementation throughout the NAF. Knowledge of Prime BEEF FES procedures, methodology, techniques, and strategies pertaining to the overall management of Prime BEEF FES units throughout the NAF and affecting related Fire Protection programs.
3. Knowledge of analytical techniques to measure the effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of NAF Prime BEEF FES programs. Skills in applying analytical and evaluative techniques to the identification, consideration, and resolution of real or potential Fire Protection installation and facilities problems for program operations.
4. Knowledge of a comprehensive range of FES principles, concepts, and practices concerning Fire Protection facilities and equipment operations with complicated technical requirements and varied functions requiring different operational procedures to inspect facility, evaluates use patterns, and identifies maintenance or restoration requirements; analyze facility and equipment requirements against FES needs. Knowledge of and ability to develop Prime BEEF FES career field training programs and conduct training and testing.
5. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and maintain good order, discipline and working relations under both normal and high stress conditions associated with emergency situations.
6. Knowledge of operating programs throughout the NAF in order to conduct studies, analyze findings, and make recommendations of substantive programs within area of assignment. Skill and ability to prepare project and staff reports and to deliver briefings to high level officials both civilian and military.

OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS:

1. This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) position. The incumbent is required to meet and maintain Air ForceReserve requirements. Work schedule will be aligned to allow incumbent to fully participate in unit trainingassemblies. The incumbent's regular assignments are ART duties; however, the incumbent may be assigned someone-ART duties, generally not to exceed 30 percent of total responsibilities
2. May be required to fly in commercial and/or military aircraft to perform temporary duty (TDY) assignments.
3. This position requires the incumbent to obtain and retain the designated security clearance level for this position.
4. May be required to perform shift work and other duties assigned.
5. Must have or obtain and maintain certification in the Air Force Fire Fighter Certification System as Fire Officer, Fire Instructor II, Fire Inspector II, and Hazardous Materials Incident Commander level.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) position. ARTs are eligible for 15 days active duty tour each year for which military leave is granted with full civilian pay. Air Reserve units and members; are subject to immediate call to active duty in mobilization to meet a national emergency. For additional information regarding ART positions and/or military qualifications, please call 1-800-257-1212. Retired military are usually ineligible for membership in the AF Reserve. Retired military that have active AF Reserve assignments may apply provided they show assignment (position) on the application. A military service member's statement of service/certification will be accepted IF a terminal leave form or DD214 cannot be provided. The statement/certification should indicate member's separation from active duty is within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. It must be signed by, or by direction of, the adjutant, personnel officer, or commander of your unit or higher headquarters and must indicate when your terminal leave will begin, your rank, dates of active duty service, the type of discharge and character of service (i.e. honorable). Your preference and/or appointment eligibility will be verified prior to appointment. Military members may be appointed before the effective date of their military retirement/separation if member is on terminal leave.
Individuals selected for ART positions must meet both civilian qualifications and uniformed military requirements. In addition to meeting civilian qualifications, applicants must obtain military membership in the Air Force Reserve, wear the uniform, maintain job-specific military specialty requirements, and meet other military qualifications such as age, height, weight, and physical fitness standards. For more information click here and speak with an Air Force Reserve Recruiter.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.
Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.
Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position.
120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected, and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.
Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.
Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.
Incentives: Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used.
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