Firefighter, Central Intelligence Agency, Washington, DC
Central Intelligence Agency -
Washington, DC,
US
Firefighter
Date Posted: 2024-05-02
Job description
Summary
Firefighters protect CIA personnel, facilities, and information by providing fire suppression, prevention, emergency rescue, and provision of emergency medical assistance.
This job is open to
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Duties
Firefighters at this level work under direct supervision, responding to fire alarms and other emergency calls to protect life and property; driving emergency apparatus, including an advanced life support unit; working to combat, extinguish and prevent fires; participating in rescue extrication operations; and providing emergency medical care to the sick or injured. Work also involves stocking and distributing firefighting and emergency medical supplies and equipment and performing standby duties for high hazard activities.
Work may involve strenuous physical activity and exposure to extreme heat, smoke, falling materials, toxic chemicals, and other hazardous conditions. Firefighters are required to work 24-hour rotating shifts and are expected to work overtime, if needed, and to return to work during off-duty hours in the event of an emergency.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
The following licenses/certifications/coursework are required at time of appointment to position and must be maintained during appointment. Out-of-state fire certification must be recognized by the PRO Board, and EMS certifications must be recognized by the Virginia Department of Health, Office of EMS.
Desired Qualifications
Education
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
For more information, please visit:
Required Documents
For further information, please visit:
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
This post is for viewing purposes only. To get started, please visit , where you can read more about this position and express your interest in up to four jobs. Upon expressing your interest, you will be taken to MyLINK, which allows you to submit your resume and job rankings and provide basic information about yourself.
Agency contact information
Central Intelligence Agency
Website
Next steps
After you express interest for up to four positions on cia.gov/careers, a CIA recruiter may contact you for further discussion if your qualifications meet our needs. See the MyLINK FAQs on our website for more information.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Firefighters protect CIA personnel, facilities, and information by providing fire suppression, prevention, emergency rescue, and provision of emergency medical assistance.
This job is open to
- Federal employees - Competitive service
Current or former competitive service federal employees. - Federal employees - Excepted service
Current excepted service federal employees. - The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
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Duties
Firefighters at this level work under direct supervision, responding to fire alarms and other emergency calls to protect life and property; driving emergency apparatus, including an advanced life support unit; working to combat, extinguish and prevent fires; participating in rescue extrication operations; and providing emergency medical care to the sick or injured. Work also involves stocking and distributing firefighting and emergency medical supplies and equipment and performing standby duties for high hazard activities.
Work may involve strenuous physical activity and exposure to extreme heat, smoke, falling materials, toxic chemicals, and other hazardous conditions. Firefighters are required to work 24-hour rotating shifts and are expected to work overtime, if needed, and to return to work during off-duty hours in the event of an emergency.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- You must be physically in the United States or one of its territories when you submit your resume via MyLINK.
- You must be registered for the Selective Service, if applicable.
- You must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18 years of age (dual-national US citizens are eligible).
- You must be willing to move to the Washington, DC area.
- You must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview, and a comprehensive background investigation.
- For further requirements information, please visit:
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Up to a maximum thirty-seven (37) years of age at time of appointment, unless the candidate has prior Federal service in a FERS-Special covered Firefighter or Law Enforcement position
- Physically and psychologically fit with the ability to lift, carry, and otherwise move and utilize heavy fire/rescue/emergency medical equipment and individuals
- Ability to apply judgment and deductive reasoning to information about fire situations, recognize the relevancy of each item of information, reach logical conclusions, and adopt an effective course of action using accepted techniques
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions
- Ability to utilize basic computer software to document activities and information
- Ability to communicate clearly and accurately, both orally and in writing
- Ability to perform basic administrative activities
- Ability to think clearly; respond immediately; and act quickly, calmly, and effectively in emergency situations
- Ability to work from heights
- Ability to wear breathing apparatus; climb ladders; and work in confined spaces, toxic atmospheres, and extreme heat
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with personnel at the station, other firefighters, volunteers, and the public
- Ability to meet the minimum requirements for joining CIA, including U.S. citizenship and a background investigation
The following licenses/certifications/coursework are required at time of appointment to position and must be maintained during appointment. Out-of-state fire certification must be recognized by the PRO Board, and EMS certifications must be recognized by the Virginia Department of Health, Office of EMS.
- Must possess a valid driver's license and must be maintained during appointment to position
- Emergency Medical Technician
- Firefighter Professional Level I & II (NFPA 1001)
- Three (3) years of experience in Emergency Services
Desired Qualifications
- Five (5) years of experience as an active member of an organized Fire/EMS department (including Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service)
- Certifications in the following areas:
- Regional Fire Academy
- Emergency Vehicle Operations Course, S-3 (NFPA 1002)
- Driver Pump Operator (DPO)
- Driver Aerial Operator (DAO)
- Fire Instructor I
- Fire Officer I
- Fire Inspector I
- Vehicle Rescue Level 1 / Operations
- HTR Rope Rescue 1 / Operations Phase 2
- HTR Confined Space Rescue II / Technician
- Hazardous Materials Technician (NFPA 472)
- Airport Rescue Firefighter (NFPA 1003-15)
- FEMA ICS 100, 200, 700, 800, 300, 400
- Emergency Medical Technician Intermediate or Paramedic
- Experience in developing and maintaining skills in fire procedures, HAZMAT, & emergency medical aid
- Working knowledge of firefighting, hazardous material spills containment, and rescue and emergency medical care practices techniques and methods
- Working knowledge of fire, rescue, and emergency medical service apparatus and equipment and ability to make minor equipment repairs and adjustments to such equipment
- Working knowledge of topography of area, street and hydrant locations, response routes, location of police, fire, rescue and other emergency services of adjacent jurisdictions, and other information necessary for the effective and efficient dispatch of fire, rescue, and emergency medical services
- Working knowledge of safety procedures associated with the operation of fire apparatus and aircraft-crash and rescue vehicles
- Working knowledge of building construction
- Working knowledge of mechanics and hydraulics
- Experience driving Fire Department and/or EMS vehicles and operating associated firefighter equipment
- Considerable skill in developing and presenting student training in firefighting and rescue and emergency care practices, methods, and techniques
Education
- High school diploma
- Benefits
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
For more information, please visit:
- Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. - Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
For further information, please visit:
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating. - How to Apply
This post is for viewing purposes only. To get started, please visit , where you can read more about this position and express your interest in up to four jobs. Upon expressing your interest, you will be taken to MyLINK, which allows you to submit your resume and job rankings and provide basic information about yourself.
Agency contact information
Central Intelligence Agency
Website
Next steps
After you express interest for up to four positions on cia.gov/careers, a CIA recruiter may contact you for further discussion if your qualifications meet our needs. See the MyLINK FAQs on our website for more information. - Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
- Reasonable accommodation policy
- Financial suitability
- Selective Service
- New employee probationary period
- Signature and false statements
- Privacy Act
- Social security number request
Required Documents
For further information, please visit:
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
This post is for viewing purposes only. To get started, please visit , where you can read more about this position and express your interest in up to four jobs. Upon expressing your interest, you will be taken to MyLINK, which allows you to submit your resume and job rankings and provide basic information about yourself.
Agency contact information
Central Intelligence Agency
Website
Next steps
After you express interest for up to four positions on cia.gov/careers, a CIA recruiter may contact you for further discussion if your qualifications meet our needs. See the MyLINK FAQs on our website for more information.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
- Reasonable accommodation policy
- Financial suitability
- Selective Service
- New employee probationary period
- Signature and false statements
- Privacy Act
- Social security number request