Firefighter (Paramedic)
In order to qualify, you must meet the 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 for GS-09:
One year of specialized experience which includes responding to fire and rescue incidents such as brush and structural fires, aircraft emergencies and hazmat incidents; AND providing patients with intermediate life support treatment to include performing automatic external defibrillation (AED), conducting electrocardiograms (EKG), starting intravenous fluids, and assisting paramedics in advanced life support situations.This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-08). You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
Emergency Medical CareEmergency ResponseFire SuppressionFirefighting EquipmentOral Communication Time in Grade Requirement for the GS-09:
Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-08). Other Requirements:
Click here for expanded definitions. Proof of eligibility:
Proof of Age:
As this is (primary/rigorous firefighter) position, your application package MUST include a government issued document indicating your date of birth. Failure to submit this document will result in your application being marked as incomplete and you WILL NOT receive further consideration for this position. An individual who is past the maximum entry age (37) who previously served in an approved primary position may be reinstated to a covered primary position provided they meet the applicable qualification requirements AND will be able to complete a total of 20 years of covered service as a firefighter by the last day of the month in which they become 57. Department of Army, Assistant G-1 for Civilian Personnel Policy may approve an exception to the maximum entry age (37) for original entry into a primary covered firefighter position. Exceptions shall be extremely rare and based only on a compelling hardship to the mission. The written request will be approved by Department of Army. Should an exception be granted, the employee shall be separated on the last day of the month in which he/she completes 20 years of service.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
One year of specialized experience which includes responding to fire and rescue incidents such as brush and structural fires, aircraft emergencies and hazmat incidents; AND providing patients with intermediate life support treatment to include performing automatic external defibrillation (AED), conducting electrocardiograms (EKG), starting intravenous fluids, and assisting paramedics in advanced life support situations.This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-08). You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
Emergency Medical CareEmergency ResponseFire SuppressionFirefighting EquipmentOral Communication Time in Grade Requirement for the GS-09:
Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-08). Other Requirements:
Click here for expanded definitions. Proof of eligibility:
Proof of Age:
As this is (primary/rigorous firefighter) position, your application package MUST include a government issued document indicating your date of birth. Failure to submit this document will result in your application being marked as incomplete and you WILL NOT receive further consideration for this position. An individual who is past the maximum entry age (37) who previously served in an approved primary position may be reinstated to a covered primary position provided they meet the applicable qualification requirements AND will be able to complete a total of 20 years of covered service as a firefighter by the last day of the month in which they become 57. Department of Army, Assistant G-1 for Civilian Personnel Policy may approve an exception to the maximum entry age (37) for original entry into a primary covered firefighter position. Exceptions shall be extremely rare and based only on a compelling hardship to the mission. The written request will be approved by Department of Army. Should an exception be granted, the employee shall be separated on the last day of the month in which he/she completes 20 years of service.
- Department:
0081 Fire Protection and Prevention - Salary Range:
$54,552 to $70,918 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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