Airport Firefighter Captain Job Listing at State of Vermont in Burlington, VT (Job ID 6505C5AA-13B5-4)

Description

Overview

Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Captain for the Vermont Air National Guard Fire Department at the Burlington International Airport. Responsible for overseeing a shift of Operational Fire Fighters and assisting the Supervisor during a 24-hour shift. Responds to and assumes Operations for all emergencies on the airfield to include Fire, Haz-Mat and EMS. Acts as the Senior Fire Officer of an engine crew while responding off the airfield during mutual aid incidents. Helps oversee employee managed department programs. Responsible for tracking the status of all daily duties and assignments required of assigned shift personnel. Fills in as the Shift Supervisor when the Supervisor is on leave. Enforces all policies and procedures applicable to the VTANG Fire Department, State of Vermont Military Department, and State of Vermont.

Who May Apply

This position, Airport Firefighter Captain (Job Requisition #56026), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact Jason Hopkins via email at jason.hopkins.7@us.af.mil

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

Environmental Factors

Firefighting is potentially dangerous and physically demanding work.

 

Emergency response can be highly stressful. Duties are performed on base and within the mutual-aid area during the course of a 24-hour shift. Exposure to extremely hazardous conditions is a job requirement. The work requires using a respirator, carrying equipment weighing fifty or more pounds, and possessing physical strength sufficient to carry victims during rescue operations. An incumbent must be physically fit and able to perform under highly stressful conditions. An incumbent must work on the flight line, near military aircraft under armed guard, and therefore must obtain a security line badge and secret level security clearance. An incumbent will submit to an annual physical examination conducted in accordance with NFPA Standard 1582 as determined by the Occupational Health Doctor.

 

An incumbent can be required, at any time, to submit to and cooperate with a physical examination as determined by the Occupational Health Physician, to verify his or her physical fitness for the job. An incumbent must possess a valid driver's license. Incumbents will be required to attend schools relating to fire protection or management. Mission critical assignments may require work outside of normal work hours absent prior notification. An incumbent will be required to participate in a physical fitness program as determined by the Occupational Health Doctor and NFPA, USAF, OSHA, and VOSHA requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

Five (5) or more years in a paid civilian or military fire department INCLUDING one (1) or more years of experience supervising day-to-day and emergency operations of a fire department.

 

OR

 

Nine (9) or more years in a volunteer fire department INCLUDING two (2) or more years of experience supervising day-to-day and emergency operations of a fire department.

Preferred Qualifications

Vocational/technical school or Associate's degree in fire science or related field.

Special Requirements

Applicant requires current State of Vermont emergency medical services license of at least Emergency Medical Responder OR National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians certification of at least Emergency Medical Responder OR Department of Defense certification of at least Emergency Medical Responder (provide copy of certificate). Preference given to applicants certified to EMT level.

 

Applicant requires Pro Board OR International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) certification of Fire Officer II AND Fire Instructor II AND Fire Inspector II AND Hazardous Material Incident Commander (provide copy of certificates).

 

Preference given to applicants who are ICS 300 and ICS 400 trained (provide copy of certificates).

 

Applicant must possess a current, valid driver's license.

 

An incumbent must obtain a government vehicle operator's permit within four (4) months of employment.

 

Selected candidates must pass a pre-employment physical examination in accordance with NFPA Standard 1582. Incumbent must apply for and obtain a favorable clearance upon selection and must maintain eligibility for the clearance for the duration of employment. Within six (6) months of employment incumbents must receive and maintain a security area line badge.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

 

•     80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
•     Work/Life balance: 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
•     State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
•     Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
•     Tuition Reimbursement
•     Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
•     Low cost group life insurance
•     Incentive-based Wellness Program
•     Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.

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