FIRE EQUIPMENT DISPATCHER
This is a Term position NTE _4 Years____; the individual selected for this position may be extended without further competition. Current Federal civilian employees may apply for this position using Reinstatement eligibility and if selected, a break in service of at least 4 calendar days may be required prior to appointment to this position.
Qualifications:
In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Clerical and Administrative Support Positions, Dispatching Series, 2151. SPECIALIZED
Experience:
Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-05, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes receiving and responding to a variety of calls to include:
fire alarms, medical, aircraft, hazardous materials, and mutual aid emergency calls; (2) monitoring all fire alarm equipment on a continuous basis; (3) documenting accurate and timely records of all alarms to include:
trouble, actual and false alarms; and (4) dispatching appropriate emergency vehicles and personnel resources after assessing specific emergency situations. Knowledge and skill sufficient for establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with groups interested in or affected by Fire Protection and Fire Prevention programs or policies. Knowledge and general understanding of Major Command programs and policies related to Fire Protection and Fire Prevention. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS:
Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in -grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-05 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-06 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs):
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
Knowledge of basic and specialized fire alarm systems equipment, operation, techniques and procedures. Knowledge and ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Knowledge of safety requirements as outlined in applicable safety standards, regulations, and technical orders. Knowledge and ability to learn computer programs in order to track vehicle status, manning, NFIRS number assignments, resolve discrepancies and prepare reports. Basic knowledge of frequently used and clearly stated instructions and regulations to respond to a range of recurring questions. Skill in operating communications equipment. Ability to act calm, rational and to speak clearly and distinctly at all times while interviewing people and gathering information. PART-TIME OR UNPAID
Experience:
Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK
Experience:
Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Qualifications:
In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Clerical and Administrative Support Positions, Dispatching Series, 2151. SPECIALIZED
Experience:
Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-05, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes receiving and responding to a variety of calls to include:
fire alarms, medical, aircraft, hazardous materials, and mutual aid emergency calls; (2) monitoring all fire alarm equipment on a continuous basis; (3) documenting accurate and timely records of all alarms to include:
trouble, actual and false alarms; and (4) dispatching appropriate emergency vehicles and personnel resources after assessing specific emergency situations. Knowledge and skill sufficient for establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with groups interested in or affected by Fire Protection and Fire Prevention programs or policies. Knowledge and general understanding of Major Command programs and policies related to Fire Protection and Fire Prevention. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS:
Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in -grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-05 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-06 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs):
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
Knowledge of basic and specialized fire alarm systems equipment, operation, techniques and procedures. Knowledge and ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Knowledge of safety requirements as outlined in applicable safety standards, regulations, and technical orders. Knowledge and ability to learn computer programs in order to track vehicle status, manning, NFIRS number assignments, resolve discrepancies and prepare reports. Basic knowledge of frequently used and clearly stated instructions and regulations to respond to a range of recurring questions. Skill in operating communications equipment. Ability to act calm, rational and to speak clearly and distinctly at all times while interviewing people and gathering information. PART-TIME OR UNPAID
Experience:
Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK
Experience:
Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
- Department:
2151 Dispatching - Salary Range:
$39,166 to $50,917 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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