Job Description
The TX 147th Attack Wing is hiring a Supervisory Firefighter (Title 5) to serve as Deputy Fire Chief at Ellington AFB in Houston, Texas. This role oversees the installation's finish fire prevention, firefighting, and rescue scheme.
You’ll manage training, technical offerings, operations, and the communications center, securing all programs run efficiently. This role suits experienced fire solution leaders who keep DoD firefighter certifications and are ready to lead a group in a high-stakes environment.
Texas has no state income tax, adding to this role's financial appeal.
Salary & Compensation
Salary: $85,270 - $110,846 per year.
Qualification
To qualify for this GS-5 Supervisory Firefighter role, you want at least 36 months of specialized know-how in firefighting, rescue, hazardous materials, or fire prevention, plus supervisory expertise. You must also hold precise DoD firefighter certifications.
- At least 36 months of background, education, or training in controlling or extinguishing fires as a member of an organized military, industrial, volunteer, or governmental fire department or brigade.
- Know-how in rescue operations.
- Expertise in detection, reduction, or elimination of potential fire hazards.
- Background in operation of fire communications equipment.
- Experience in controlling hazardous materials incidents.
- Know-how in developing, implementing, or providing training in fire protection and prevention.
- Expertise of firefighting and fire prevention theory and techniques.
- Experience with fixed and mobile firefighting equipment operation.
- Expertise in planning, directing, or carrying out fire protection and prevention programs and operations.
- Background in performing emergency medical solutions.
Role Responsibilities
Assist as Deputy Fire Chief, participating in all aspects of administration and planning of a wrap up fire prevention, firefighting, and rescue plan.
- Frank the activities of training, technical offerings, and operations programs, and run the communications center.
- Evaluate blueprints, schedules, and management activities of subordinate assistant chiefs to guarantee programs are fully functional and effective.
- Reassign employees to balance manning of subordinate programs and confirm mission accomplishment.
- Examine base schemes, policies, approach, 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.
- Put in place firefighting/emergency response plans and handle fire suppression personnel and equipment under stressful and dangerous conditions.
- Strategy, organize, and straight functions; mentor, motivate, appraise, and supervise workforce.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Perform under adverse environmental conditions and participate in respiratory protection and hearing conservation programs.
- Drive a motor vehicle; uphold a legitimate driver's license.
Conditions & Requirements
U.S. Citizenship or owe allegiance to the U.S.
- Must be capable to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance within one year of appointment.
- Participate in a mandatory physical fitness testing scheme.
- Encounter medical standards IAW OPM GS-0081 Series and DoD Manual 6055.5.
- Employ all safety equipment and clothing supplied by management.
- Subject to pre-employment and random drug testing (Testing Designated Post).
- Maximum entry age for DoD firefighters is 37 (exceptions per DoD Instruction 1400.25).
- Position calls for a 56-60 hour function week with supervisor approval; incumbent is on contact 24/7 unless TDY or on leave.
- Designated as Crucial Personnel; may be subject to task in response to state emergency or disaster declaration (up to 14 days per year).
- Trial period of 1-2 years required.
Benefits
Finalize federal benefits package covering health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement.
- Unique retirement provisions under FERS or CSRS for secondary firefighter positions.
- Access to Thrift Savings Blueprint (TSP) with employer matching.
- Paid annual leave, sick exit, and federal holidays.
- Potential for overtime and hazard cover.
- Texas has no state income tax.
How You Will Be Evaluated
Your submission will be evaluated located on your resume, supporting documents, responses to the online questionnaire, and any needed assessments.
- You’ll be assessed on competencies including Ability to Lead or Oversee and Fire Management.
- Your resume must assist your questionnaire responses; contradictions may consequence in a 'not qualified' rating.
- Veterans' preference points are added to final numeric scores; qualified preference eligibles are placed ahead of non-preference eligibles.
- Hiring managers may evaluate previous performance appraisals and awards.
- Overstating qualifications or cheating on assessments may outcome in removal from consideration.
Required Documents
Resume: Cover work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (MM/YYYY), and duties performed for each role.
- Memorandum of existing employment by state TMD.
- Certification by the DoD Firefighter Certification system: Fire Officer IV, Fire Instructor II, Fire Inspector II, HAZMAT Incident Commander, Airport Firefighter, Apparatus Driver Operator- Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting, Apparatus Driver Operator- Pumper, Apparatus Driver Operator- Mobile Water Supply (MWS).
- Current/last SF-50 for current federal employees, if relevant.
- Veterans: DD-214 Member-4 Copy, certification of expected discharge (within 120 days), VA disability letter, or SF-15 for 10-point preference.
- If relying on education, offer transcripts from accredited institutions.
How to Apply
To register, log into your the official submission portal account (or build one if you don't have it). Open the announcement and click 'Put in' to access the online submission. Complete the Occupational Questionnaire and upload your resume and all called for documents (certifications, SF-50, veterans' documents, etc.). Make sure your submission package is complete and sent in by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date, July.
Additional Information
This is a Title 5 Excepted Service post with the Texas Air National Guard.
- Field of consideration: Nationwide (Category 1).
- Frank deposit is mandatory.
- Role is non-bargaining unit.
- Incumbent may operate a minimum 56-60 hour week; on call 24/7 unless TDY or on depart.
- Necessary Personnel designation for state emergencies/disasters.
- Distinct 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.
About Company
The TX 147th Attack Wing is an Air National Guard unit based at Ellington Field Joint Reserve Base in Houston, Texas. It runs MQ-9 Reaper remotely piloted aircraft and gives combat aid, homeland defense, and disaster response capabilities. This Supervisory Firefighter post backs the wing's fire protection and emergency solutions mission, making sure readiness for both military and state emergencies. You 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 organization for the SUPERVISORY FIREFIGHTER (Title 5) post.
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FAQs
What certifications are needed for the Supervisory Firefighter position at Ellington AFB?
You must hold DoD Firefighter Certification as Airport Firefighter (Firefighter I, II), Apparatus Driver Operator (Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting, Pumper, Mobile Water Supply), Fire Officer IV, Fire Instructor II, Fire Inspector II, and Hazmat Incident Commander.
Is there a maximum age limit for this federal firefighter role?
Yes, the maximum entry age for DoD firefighters is 37. You must be appointed by the last day of the month you turn 37, unless an exception applies under DoD Instruction 1400.25.
Can I substitute education for know-how for this GS-11 post?
No, the qualification requirements emphasize specialized know-how. At least 36 months of firefighting and supervisory expertise is required; education alone can’t substitute for the background needed.
What is the perform schedule like for the Deputy Fire Chief at the 147th Attack Wing?
This is a full-time role requiring a minimum 56-60 hour function week with supervisor approval. You’ll be on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week unless on temporary responsibility or depart.
Will I demand to undergo drug testing for this role?
Yes, this is a Testing Designated Post. You must pass pre-employment drug testing and participate in random drug testing as a condition of employment.
What documents do I require to hand in with my the formal submission portal submission?
You want a detailed resume, a memorandum of present employment by state TMD, copies of all needed DoD firefighter certifications, and if applicable, your current SF-50 and veterans' preference documentation (DD-214, VA letter, SF-15).