Emergency Services Dispatcher (OA) with Security Clearance

Position: EMERGENCY SERVICES DISPATCHER (OA) with Security Clearance
Location: March Air Force Base

Duties
* Provides emergency 911-call taking and communication services.
* Maintains effective communications with field units and monitors status and availability of response units.
* Prepares and maintains reports and records relating to emergency responses.
* Maintains maps, checklists and charts, including automated programs.
* Operates and maintains telephones, automated data processing equipment (ADPE), printers, recorders, facsimile equipment, and other devices installed in the Emergency Communications Center. Requirements Conditions of employment
* U.S. Citizenship Required
* Males must be registered for Selective Service, see (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).
* If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at:  
* This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
* Disclosure of Political Appointments
* Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
* Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
* Incumbent must obtain International Fire Service Accreditation Congress Certification as a Telecommunicator Level I, II and Hazardous Materials Awareness.
* Position is subject to shift work where the incumbent is required to work an alternate work schedule, which requires an uncommon tour of duty (including nights, weekends and holidays).
* This is a Mission-Essential position performing a Mission-Critical-Function which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions.
* May be required to respond on off-duty time during a conflagration or stay over until an emergency has been terminated or until properly relieved by a qualified dispatcher.
* Must participate in exercises by relaying accurate information. Must be resourceful and alert to adequately perform duties.
* Incumbent must participate in recurrent proficiency training, as directed.
* Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.
* Requires wearing a prescribed uniform and maintaining a professional appearance.
* The incumbent must have the ability to type a minimum of 40 words per minimum. Qualifications Conditions of Employment Continued:
* Works in close harmony with supervisors, co-workers and others during day-to-day routines and during emergencies. Is required to maintain good working relationships with on and off-base agencies, maintaining a consistently courteous attitude at all times. Keeps calm and cool during emergency situations.
* This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safe. In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Clerical and Administrative Support Positions for Dispatching Series, 2151.

SPECIALIZED

EXPERIENCE:

Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-04, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes comprehensive body of operational knowledge of the communications equipment, alarm equipment and systems and the radio usage and procedures. Position is required to have extensive knowledge of vehicle dispatching procedures, resources capabilities, as well as detailed geographic knowledge of the jurisdiction served.

Knowledge of the Computer Aided Dispatching (CAD) system for emergency 911 calls and responds with the appropriate personnel and equipment, i.e., police, fire, ambulance, Medevac, rescue or hazardous materials units. Knowledge of the Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) system. Knowledge of fire protection and prevention theories, techniques and practices relative to various types of emergencies, hazardous material situations and medical emergencies.

OR

EDUCATION:

Four years of education above the high school level obtained in an accredited business, secretarial or technical school, junior college, college or university.

NOTE:

You must submit a copy of transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND

EDUCATION:

A combination of education and experience as described above may be used to qualify for this position.

NOTE:

You must submit a copy of transcripts. 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…