LEAD FIREFIGHTER (TITLE 5)

Summary

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
• Must participate in a mandatory physical fitness testing program.
• Must meet medical standards IAW OPM GS-0081 Series and DoD Manual 6055.5.
• Required to work a 72-hour week on a 24 hour on/24 hour off basis which includes weekends and holidays. May be subject to recall.
• This is a Testing Designated Position. The employee is subject to random drug testing (IAW HQ-USAF letter dated 29 Jan 90).
• This position requires the employee to work under adverse environmental conditions and falls under the respiratory protection program and hearing conservation program.
• The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license is required.
• Position requires the ability to discern colors, contrast, and depth.
• May be required to work the Fire Alarm and Communications Center.
• May be required to participate on Hazardous Materials Teams.
• May be required to perform duties associated with the operation of aircraft arresting barrier equipment.
• Employee is required to be certified by the DoD Firefighter Certification System. See list under Specialized Experience.
• Special Retirement Provisions Authority: One of the following apply: FERS or CSRS
• This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. This designation will not exceed 14calendar days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by the TAG.
• The maximum entry age for this position is 37 years old. For reentry requirements and exceptions to the maximum entry age, see DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 336, January 22, 2015, Incorporating Change 1, December 1, 2017, Enclosure 3, Sections 2 and 3.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Recruitment and relocation incentives may be available for this position.