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This position is a Fire Protection Specialist (Fire Marshal), GS-0081-GS-13 working in Omaha, NE for the DOI Central Office - NPS Fire.
More information about the surrounding location can be found here.

In order to qualify for this position, you must possess the Minimum Qualification requirements listed below.
Selective Placement Factor(s) (SPF): 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 qualifie

• Fire Instructor I, AND
• Fire Inspector III, AND
• Hazmat Awareness, AND
• Plans Examiner AND
• Must be able to obtain a Fire Investigator IFSAC or NPQS/Pro Board certification within 1 year of employment.

Structural Fire: The Department of the Interior defines structural firefighting experience as any firefighting experience except wildland firefighting. Structural experience may be gained though work in suppressing fires such as those in buildings, ships, vehicles, airstrips and aircraft, and other non-wildland firefighting. This experience may be gained by serving in a structural firefighting position within the federal government or in an equivalent position outside the Federal government. Periods of structural firefighting gained as a volunteer or paid call firefighter can also be credited. In some instances, candidates may be hired in a dual wildland and structural firefighting role. Candidates must meet the qualifications required for either the wildland or structural fire function.
Only experience and education obtained by 08/24/2026 will be considered.

Credit will be given for all appropriate qualifying experience. Please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience.
For the GS-13 level:
Applicants must have at least one year of specialized work experience in a related field at the GS-12 or equivalent. Examples of specialized experience are: Directed and supervised a structural fire management program; Directed, reviewed and analyzed structural fire management plans; Applied an extensive knowledge of building construction, International and National Fire Codes, directives, and regulations; Performed as a leader of a group of structural fire professionals in achieving program goals and requirements; Lead small groups of structural fire professionals in achieving program goals and requirements; Provided professional guidance in a non-supervisory role; Applied a high degree of tact and diplomacy in dealing with a wide variety of individuals to include senior executive personnel, park leadership, engineers, and skilled tradesmen; Exercised a firmness in obtaining cooperation in the corrections of existing or potential fire hazards.
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.
Physical Demands: The work of this position is mostly sedentary but may require periods of high intensity physical exertion while in the field. All Risk Emergency Incident Management Team assignments, fire inspections, program audits, fire suppression classes, and other field assignments may require an extensive amount of walking, bending, hiking, carrying, and climbing. The incumbent is expected to maintain incident qualifications to participate in program activities that require high intensity arduous work and exposure to live fire conditions in a hazardous setting.
Working Conditions: Much of the work is performed in an office setting that is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated. However, the position has the potential for exposure to potentially dangerous situations while in the field. The incumbent is expected to be able to teach components of any one of the NPS training classes for structural fire. While on a training or fire location, the work environment may involve hazardous environmental conditions such as exposure to fire, heat, chemicals, and loud noise for extended periods of time. The work may require the use of a self-contained breathing apparatus. Travel may be required to the Washington office, regional offices, and field areas for meetings, training, on-site inspections, and policy implementation.

Eligibility and Qualification Requirements: Applicants must meet both eligibility and qualification requirements for the position of interest by the closing date of the Job Announcement. Specifically,i. Area of Consideration.ii. Time-in-grade (TIG) requirements as specified in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F.iii. Time after competitive appointment as specified in 5 CFR 330.502.iv. Qualification requirements outlined in OPM's Qualifications Standards for General Schedule Positions.