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USAJOBS · 2 weeks ago

Supervisory Wildland Firefighter (Vet Hand Crew Assistant Superintendent) - Direct Hire Authority

Multiple Locations, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$67K/yr - $87K/yr

1+ years exp

USAJOBS is advertising a Direct-Hire position for a Supervisory Wildland Firefighter. The role involves overseeing a Veteran Hand Crew, managing administrative functions, ensuring firefighter safety, and directing suppression operations during fire incidents.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Serves as Assistant Superintendent of a Veteran Hand Crew

Performs administrative program management functions such as planning, budget execution, and stewardship of facilities, equipment, vehicles, and accountable property

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 fireline 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

Procures, maintains, inventory tools and equipment

Supervises and/or participates in fire prevention promotional events

Supervises and directs fuels management projects that include prescribed fire, and mechanical and biological treatments

Qualification

Wildland fire suppressionFirefighter safetyFire behavior analysisTechnical competenceTraining program developmentPhysical fitnessLeadership

Required

U.S. Citizenship is required

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/suitability investigation/determination

Supervisory Probationary Period: If you are selected for this position, you will be required to serve a one year supervisory/managerial 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

You must also pass the work capacity test for arduous positions

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

This position requires regular and recurring overtime and shift work during peak fire season

May require completion of a one year probationary period

Position requires a valid state driver's license to operate light vehicles and 4x4 vehicles

May require additional specialized training and certification to operate specialized vehicles and equipment

Position may require the incumbent to obtain and maintain a commercial driver's license (CDL)

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

To qualify for the GS-08 grade level, 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-07 is required

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

This position is a Primary Firefighter position and is subject to a maximum entry age (MEA)

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

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

This position has been identified as one of the key fire management positions under the Interagency Fire Program Management (IFPM) Standard

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

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

Duties involve rigorous fieldwork requiring above average physical performance, endurance and superior conditioning

Work requires prolonged standing, walking over uneven ground, and carrying of items weighing over 50 pounds

Work is primarily performed in forest and range environments in steep terrain where surfaces may be extremely uneven, rocky, covered with vegetation, and in smoky conditions

Temperatures vary from above 100 degrees Fahrenheit to below freezing

Risks include smoke inhalation, fire entrapment, snake or insect bites and stings, exposure to excessive machinery noise, and falling and rolling material

May be required to live in backcountry camps for extended periods of time

Benefits

Relocation expenses reimbursed: Yes—Travel and relocation expenses will be paid consistent with the Federal Travel Regulation, Chapter 302, and Departmental policy.

Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized to eligible selectees.