THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a FIRE PROTECTION SPECIALIST (Title 5), Position Description Number T6305000 and is part of the OK 137th Special Operations Wing, Oklahoma Air National Guard.
This position is an Assistant Chief of Training located in the Air Force National Guard assigned to an installation with a GS-0811-12Fire Chief. The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as Assistant Chief for Training responsible for developing and managing a comprehensive training program of a sufficient magnitude for all functional areas of the base Fire Protection Flight.
As the Assistant Chief of Training, plans, develops, implements, reviews, and evaluates the comprehensive fire prevention training, safety, and hazardous material handling programs at the installation. Assesses the applicability of current program objectives and recommends changes when necessary. Responsible for planning a comprehensive program of on-the-job and proficiency training for all fire protection and prevention personnel.
Assigns, directs, and reviews the work of other employees who assist in carrying out program activities. Observes training being conducted by other instructors to ensure compliance with current procedures. Oversees the development of lesson plans for recurring proficiency training utilizing methods following established guidelines of the International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA).
Ensures the maintenance of reference materials such as the NFPA Handbook of Fire Protection, National Fire Codes, USAF directives, video library, other training aids, kits, and Career Development Course manuals.
Required training includes chemical and physical properties of fire; combustible and explosive properties of volatile fluids and gases, and appropriate firefighting techniques; operation and maintenance of firefighting apparatus; use and maintenance of specialized powered and non-powered forcible entry tools and rescue equipment; extinguishing agents, their values and uses; firefighting techniques associated with explosives and nuclear weapons; hydraulics; structural and aircraft firefighting; rescue techniques and procedures; live fire drills; structural fire exercises, etc., and other subjects required to maintain a competent level of firefighting skills and knowledge.
Prepares monthly, quarterly, semiannual, and annual training schedules for approval. Plans and schedules work to meet program goals and objectives. Independently performs development and revision of training materials. Changes, adjusts, or supplements instructional materials to incorporate new information covering firefighting methods, techniques, procedures, equipment, and extinguishing agents.
Analyzes course content, evaluates outcomes of training programs and functions to measure the effectiveness of program efforts and, as necessary, coordinates with the Fire Chief and other assistant chiefs and makes modifications to program methods and approaches. Conducts recurring proficiency training in each functional area of fire protection. Conducts live (announced) crash fire training and structural exercises.
Conducts unannounced structural and crash rescue exercises in coordination with the Fire Chief. Participates in practical training sessions. Evaluates the performance and proficiency of all personnel during training sessions and actual emergencies. Provides personal coaching and instructional guidance to personnel involved with completion of practical and academic projects such as automobile extraction.
Assists fellow firefighters in developing their professional knowledge and skill. Evaluates assigned training tasks such as proper utilization of crash truck roof turret using Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF).Advises appropriate supervisory personnel and the Fire Chief regarding participants' academic and practical training participation and outcomes.
Must possess the following DoD, IFSAC or Pro-Board Certifications (Must provide official transcripts or certifications): Airport Firefighter Firefighter I, II Fire Instructor II Fire Inspector II Fire Officer III (If not already certified, incumbent is required to obtain Fire Instructor III certification within 1 year (365 Days) of onboarding date.) HazMat Incident Commander ICS 300/400 You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims.
To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.
Special Retirement Provisions Authority: One of the following apply: - FERS Position covered as secondary under the FERS special retirement provisions for Federal firefighters [5 USC 8401(14), 5 USC8412 (d), and 5 CFR 842.802]. Authority: Authority: Secretary of Defense Memorandum, dated 31 Aug 89. - CSRS Position covered as a secondary position under the CSRS special retirement provisions for Federal firefighters [5 USC 8331(21), 5 USC 8336(c), and 5 CFR 831.902].
Authority: OPM Memorandum, dated 26 Jun 89. Note: Special retirement coverage is effective retroactive to the date of the personnel action of this SCPD.
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james.a.wagoner12.civ@army.mil · (572) 247-5581
This position is with Air National Guard Units, Department of the Air Force.
The posted pay range is $67970 – $88356/yr.
Applications close on 2026-10-28.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
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