Fire Protection Specialist (Fire Marshal)

This position is a Fire Protection Specialist (Fire Marshal), GS-0081-GS-13 working in Omaha, NE for the DOI Central Office - NPS Fire. More information about the surrounding location can be found here.

Assuring matters pertaining to structure fire and life safety procedures, processes and equipment in every structure within the region is in compliance with NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) to assure protection. Identifies, initiates and coordinates planning, programming and the review of structural fire needs for the entire region, which encompasses 90 units, in addition to the Regional Office. Ensures the implementation of all agreements are consistent with National Park Service legislation, regulations and policies. Frequently works closely with and consults directly with design and engineering firms, historic architects, licensed fire protection engineers, mechanical, electrical and structural engineers in the industry.

U.S. Citizenship required. Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service or exempt. Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check. Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution. Must be 18 years of age at time of close date of announcement. May be required to pass the Work Capacity Test for certain Interagency Fire Program Management or Fire Program Management positions. Prior primary/rigorous structure firefighting experience is required. You will be required to operate a government motor vehicle as part of your official duties; a valid driver's license is required. You will be required to wear a uniform and comply with the National Park Service fire uniform standards. You may be required to work on-call, evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime and shift work. If you are a new employee or supervisor in the Federal government, you will be required to complete a one-year probationary period. Incumbent will be required to complete training and obtain/maintain a government charge card with travel and/or purchase authority. This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if identical vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate.