SUPERVISORY FIREFIGHTER (Title 5)

To qualify for this GS-11 Supervisory Firefighter position, you need at least 36 months of specialized experience in firefighting, rescue, hazardous materials, or fire prevention, plus supervisory experience. You must also hold specific DoD firefighter certifications.

• At least 36 months of experience, education, or training in controlling or extinguishing fires as a member of an organized military, industrial, volunteer, or governmental fire department or brigade.
• Experience in rescue operations.
• Experience in detection, reduction, or elimination of potential fire hazards.
• Experience in operation of fire communications equipment.
• Experience in controlling hazardous materials incidents.
• Experience in developing, implementing, or providing training in fire protection and prevention.
• Knowledge of firefighting and fire prevention theory and techniques.
• Experience with fixed and mobile firefighting equipment operation.
• Experience in planning, directing, or carrying out fire protection and prevention programs and operations.
• Experience in performing emergency medical services.

Serve as Deputy Fire Chief, participating in all aspects of administration and planning of a complete fire prevention, firefighting, and rescue program.

• Direct the activities of training, technical services, and operations programs, and operate the communications center.
• Review plans, schedules, and management activities of subordinate assistant chiefs to ensure programs are fully functional and efficient.
• Reassign employees to balance manning of subordinate programs and ensure mission accomplishment.
• Review base plans, policies, strategy, tactics, and procedures for fire suppression and prevention to ensure compliance with national consensus standards, National Fire Codes, uniform building codes, Code of Federal Regulations, OSHA policies, and environmental laws.
• Implement firefighting/emergency response plans and manage fire suppression personnel and equipment under stressful and dangerous conditions.
• Plan, organize, and direct functions; mentor, motivate, appraise, and supervise staff.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Work under adverse environmental conditions and participate in respiratory protection and hearing conservation programs.
• Drive a motor vehicle; maintain a valid driver's license.

U.S. citizenship or owe allegiance to the U.S.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance within one year of appointment.
• Participate in a mandatory physical fitness testing program.
• Meet medical standards IAW OPM GS-0081 Series and DoD Manual 6055.5.
• Use all safety equipment and clothing provided by management.
• Subject to pre-employment and random drug testing (Testing Designated Position).
• Maximum entry age for DoD firefighters is 37 (exceptions per DoD Instruction 1400.25).
• Position requires a 56-60 hour work week with supervisor approval; incumbent is on call 24/7 unless TDY or on leave.
• Designated as Essential Personnel; may be subject to duty in response to state emergency or disaster declaration (up to 14 days per year).
• Trial period of 1-2 years required.

Complete federal benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement.

• Special retirement provisions under FERS or CSRS for secondary firefighter positions.
• Access to Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with employer matching.
• Paid annual leave, sick leave, and federal holidays.
• Potential for overtime and hazard pay.
• Texas has no state income tax.

This is a Title 5 Excepted Service position with the Texas Air National Guard.

• Area of consideration: Nationwide (Category 1).
• Direct deposit is mandatory.
• Position is non-bargaining unit.
• Incumbent may work a minimum 56-60 hour week; on call 24/7 unless TDY or on leave.
• Essential Personnel designation for state emergencies/disasters.
• Special retirement coverage under FERS or CSRS for secondary firefighters.
• Contact Yesenia Gonzalez at 281-929-2278 or [email protected] for questions.
• Mailing address: TX 147th Attack Wing, 14657 Sneider St, Houston, TX 77034 US.

The TX 147th Attack Wing is an Air National Guard unit based at Ellington Field Joint Reserve Base in Houston, Texas. It operates MQ-9 Reaper remotely piloted aircraft and provides combat support, homeland defense, and disaster response capabilities. This Supervisory Firefighter position supports the wing's fire protection and emergency services mission, ensuring readiness for both military and state emergencies. Applicants should be committed to federal service, physical fitness, and upholding the highest standards of firefighting and leadership. TX 147th Attack Wing is named as the hiring organisation for the SUPERVISORY FIREFIGHTER (Title 5) post.