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Summary This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Performs Fire Prevention functions. This position is included under the provisions of Special Retirement Coverage (SRC) and may have both a maximum entry age and a mandatory retirement date .Click here for more information on SRC for Firefighters (Secondary) Responsibilities Detects fire hazards and implements fire prevention regulations of welding on ships; loading and unloading of ammunition; and fueling of harbor craft and marine vessels. Furnishes technical advice on fire prevention problems to answer specific questions pertaining to national and local fire codes and directives. Participates and coordinates with fire and safety personnel to study fire prevention problems and fire protection measures pertaining to new fire alarms, detection and suppression equipment. Conducts plan reviews for new construction and renovations of existing structures. Conducts a fire prevention information program and secures client involvement in fire prevention, detection, and suppression. Conducts periodic and special inspections of buildings on post such as airfield facilities, shop facilities, schools, motor pools and warehouses to detect fire hazards and compliance with national fire codes Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes 1) Conducting fire protection and prevention inspections to ensure facilities are in compliance with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes; 2) Detecting, reducing or eliminating potential fire hazards for buildings and structures; 3) Developing, implementing or providing training in fire protection and prevention. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07). Additional Requirements: In addition to meeting the specialized experience requirement above, applicants must also possess Fire Inspector I, Public Fire and Life Safety Educator, AND Hazmat Awareness certifications certified through DoD Fire and Emergency Services Certification System, International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC), or the Fire Service Professional Qualifications System (PRO-Board) in accordance with DoD 6055.06. Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone -- no substitution of education for experience is permitted. Additional Information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a CP 12 - Safety & Occupational Health Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.