Fire Protection Inspector Security Clearance

Position: Fire Protection Inspector with Security Clearance
Location: Aberdeen Proving Ground

Duties
* Serve as a Fire Protection Inspector at Aberdeen Proving Ground, which is a large installation with a high degree of fire severity and expectancy.
* Performs weekly fire inspections of areas having a high fire expectancy.
* Inspection sites include high hazard facilities (shops, warehouses, offices, living quarters, medical facilities, labs, airfields, computer labs, etc.) and where flammable/combustible materials are stored/used, or where hazardous ops are conducted.
* Conducts education programs on the prevention, detection and suppression of fires to both the local and installation community. Target audience range from adults to school age children.
* Inspects fire extinguishers and alarm systems for proper operation, adequacy and compliance. Requirements Conditions of employment
* Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
* This position requires the completion of pre-employment and periodic subsequent medical examination in accordance with DoDM 6055.06 to ensure continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
* The duties of this position meet the criteria for compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs. Detection of the presence of drugs is warranted.
* This position is subject to a pre-employment screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident.
* This position has been designated Mission Essential. In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations the incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations.
* This position requires the incumbent to wear the prescribed uniform and/or personal protective equipment while on duty.
* This position requires the employee to work a 60-hour work week/120 hours per pay period and may be required to work overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays.
* The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.
* This position requires successful completion of an annual Job Performance Test.
* This position requires participation in a cardiovascular physical fitness program.
* Appointment to this position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 11. While probationary the incumbent can be terminated with limited appeal rights.
* This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of up to 5% of the time.
* This position requires you to maintain a functioning telephone at your residence to aid in contact during recall emergency situations.
* This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens 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, Ameri Corps) 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 . Specialized Experience for GS-07:
One year of specialized experience which includes (1) Controlling or extinguishing fires as a member of an organized fire department; (2) Assisting with providing training in fire protection and prevention; and (3) Participation in conducting inspections of facilities/buildings and alarm, detection, and suppression systems. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the Federal service (GS-06).

OR Specialized Experience for GS-08:
One year of specialized experience which includes (1) Conducting fire/safety inspections to identify, reduce or eliminate the hazards that cause fires; (2) Assisting with conducting and providing education programs on the prevention, detection of fires to other firefighters and/or community; and (3) Reviewing plans for new construction, alterations and/or modifications to buildings and/or structures to ensure compliance with fire codes and/or fire prevention practices.

Selective Placement Factors:

In addition to the above requirements, this position requires the incumbent to have and maintain the following certifications issued by…