Installation Firefighter, Dmva

THE POSITION

NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF N-2024-83579 WHICH WAS PREVIOUSLY OPEN FROM MAY 13, 2024 TO MAY 22, 2024. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY.

Attention all firefighters: are you ready for a rewarding new challenge in your already admirable firefighting career? Are you an energetic and productive person with firefighting and fire prevention experience? These are the qualities that the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs is searching for in an Installation Firefighter! Our staff are conscientious, responsible, and are dedicated to our installation.

Watch this video to see how you can make a difference working for Pennsylvania's veterans. Does this sound like an amazing opportunity? If so, join us by applying today to become a proud member of our team and enjoying all that a career with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania can offer you!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As an Installation Firefighter, you are responsible for performing structural, aircraft, and wild land firefighting. You also perform fire prevention inspections of buildings and aircraft, and inspections of fire protection systems. Additional duties include performing standby fire watches at hazardous operations in buildings and aircrafts, standing watch at alarm-receiving equipment, emergency medical services, and participating in various training programs.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40-hour work week

• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 7:00 AM, 24-hours on, 72-hours off.

• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Three years of firefighting experience as a member of a municipal or governmental fire department and possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.

Special Requirements:

• All positions require possession of an active non-commercial class C Pennsylvania driver's license or equivalent.

• All positions require possession of an active Firefighter II certification and an Airport Firefighter certification from an organization accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications.

• All positions require possession of an active Hazardous Materials Operations certification and an active Hazardous Materials Awareness certification.

• All positions must initially and annually be medically certified as meeting the medical requirements of the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) 1582, Comprehensive Occupational Medical Program for Fire Departments.

• This position requires possession of an active emergency medical technician (EMT) certification issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Health or the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians.

• You must be able to successfully pass a background check to obtain and maintain Secret Clearance for access to restricted areas or federal computer networks.

• All employees must obtain within one year of hire and maintain an active class B Pennsylvania commercial driver's license or an active certificate of authorization to operate fire emergency vehicles issued by the Fire Chief of the hiring fire station.

• All employees must obtain within one year of hire and maintain active Driver/Operator Pumper, Driver/Operator Aerial, Driver/Operator Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighter (ARFF) certificates from an organization accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be willing and able to work in Annville, PA (Lebanon, County).

• This position requires possession of an active Firefighter 1 certification from an organization accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications.

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.
• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

• Eligibility rules apply.

01

Do you possess a valid driver's license which is not under suspension?

• Yes

• No

02

If you answered yes to the above question, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.

03

Do you possess an active Firefighter II certification from an organization accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications?

• Yes

• No

04

If you answered Yes to possession of a certificate, please upload a copy of your certificate. If you answered No, please type N/A in the text box below.

05

Do you possess an active Airport Firefighter certification from an organization accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications?

• Yes

• No

06

If you answered Yes to possession of a certificate, please upload a copy of your certificate. If you answered No, please type N/A in the text box below.

07

Do you possess an active Hazardous Materials Operations certification?

• Yes

• No

08

If you answered Yes to possession of a certificate, please upload a copy of your certificate. If you answered No, please type N/A in the text box below.

09

Do you possess an active Hazardous Materials Awareness certification?

• Yes

• No

10

If you answered Yes to possession of a certificate, please upload a copy of your certificate. If you answered No, please type N/A in the text box below.

11

Are you medically certified as meeting the medical requirements of the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) 1582, Comprehensive Occupational Medical Program for Fire Departments?

• Yes

• No

12

If you answered Yes to possession of a certificate, please upload a copy of your certificate. If you answered No, please type N/A in the text box below.

13

Do you possess an active emergency medical technician (EMT) certification issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Health or the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians?

• Yes

• No

14

If you answered Yes to possession of the certificate, please upload a copy of your certificate. If you answered No, please type N/A in the text box below.

15

Do you possess three or more years of full-time firefighting experience as a member of a municipal or governmental fire department?

• Yes

• No

16

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate section of your application if you would like this experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

17

Do you possess any part-time firefighting experience as a member of a municipal or governmental fire department?

• Yes

• No

18

If you answered Yes to the above question, please provide detailed information to support your experience in the text box below.

• Name of Employer

• Job Title (provide each job title and timeframe/hours worked information if you've worked in multiple capacities at the same employer),

• Dates of Employment (MM/YYYY-MM/YYYY) that this experience took place, and Hours Worked Per Week (if a range, please list the lowest average hours per week, which will be pro-rated). Do not include hours spent organizing or participating in fundraisers or social activities in the reported hours worked. Hours spent in training may be included.)

Any qualifying part-time experience will be pro-rated to full-time to determine eligibility. If you answered No, please type N/A in the text box provided.

19

Additional Requirement

• This position is in Annville, Lebanon County, Pennsylvania. Are you willing and able to work in Lebanon County, PA?

• Yes

• No

20

Additional Requirement

• Are you willing to obtain within one year of hire and maintain an active class B Pennsylvania commercial driver's license or an active certificate of authorization to operate fire emergency vehicles issued by the Fire Chief of the hiring fire station?

• Yes

• No

21

Additional Requirement

• Are you willing to obtain within one year of hire and maintain an active Driver/Operator Pumper, Driver/Operator Aerial, Driver/Operator Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighter (ARFF) and Driver/Operator Mobile Water Supply certifications from an organization accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications?

• Yes

• No

22

Additional Requirement

• Can you successfully pass a background check to obtain and maintain Secret Clearance?

• Yes

• No

23

Additional Requirement

• Do you possess a high school diploma or equivalent?

• Yes

• No

24

Additional Requirement

• Do you possess an active Firefighter I certification from an organization accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or the National Board on Fire Service Professional Qualifications?

• Yes

• No

25

If you answered Yes to possession of a certificate, please upload a copy of your certificate. If you answered No, please type N/A in the text box below.

Required Question

Agency Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address 613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website http://www.employment.pa.gov