FIRE ALARM Communication CENTER Dispatcher Security Clearance

Position: FIRE ALARM COMMUNICATION CENTER DISPATCHER with Security Clearance
Duties
* Provides emergency 911 and dispatching services. Determines the nature of the emergency in accordance with established guidelines.
* Provides medical response dispatch services to callers. Incumbent verifies the location and call back number for a medical patient and determines the severity of the emergency situation in accordance with 97 Medical Group (MDG) approved protocols.
* Maintains maps, checklists and charts, including automated programs.
* Operates and maintains telephones, automated data processing equipment, printer's, recorders, facsimile equipment, and other devices Installed in the dispatch center.
* Prepares and maintains reports and records relating to emergency responses. Performs Civil Engineer Service Call operations. Requirements Conditions of employment
* U.S. Citizenship Required
* Males must be registered for Selective Service, see (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).
* If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at:  
* This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
* Disclosure of Political Appointments
* Incumbent must be able to obtain Telecommunicator Level I and II within 6 months of appointment.
* Incumbent is required to work an alternate work schedule which requires an uncommon tour of duty (including weekends and holidays). May be required to perform temporary duty travel by military or commercial air.
* Incumbent is required to perform critical services regardless of weather conditions or base closure and report to the duty station at the regularly scheduled work time.
* May be required to respond on off-duty time during a conflagration or stay over until an emergency has been terminated or until properly relieved by a qualified operator. Subject to telephone recall for emergency or exercise contingencies.
* Works in close harmony with supervisors, co-workers, and others during day-to-day routines and during emergencies. Is required to maintain good working relationships with on and off-base agencies, maintaining a (Cont...)
* consistently courteous attitude at all times. Remain calm during emergency situations. Incumbent must stay current with National Incident Management System (NIMS).
* Incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a current Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification within 90 days of appointment.
* Must participate in exercises by relaying accurate information. Must be resourceful and alert to adequately perform duties.
* Incumbent must obtain Hazardous Materials Awareness certification within 60 days of appointment. Incumbent must be Government Purchase Card qualified within 90 days of appointment.
* Requires wearing a prescribed uniform and maintaining a professional appearance. Incumbent is required to keep a current phone number/address on file for recall purposes.
* This position is not covered as a rigorous position under the federal Firefighter's Retirement System's special requirement.
* Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
* This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.
* This position is designated as a key position in accordance with (IAW) Air Force Instruction (AFI) 36-507. Duties of this position are essential to the accomplishment of wartime/contingency operations. (Cont...)
* Incumbents of key positions must be removed from their military recall status if alternative for filling of the position during an emergency are not available. Qualifications CONTINUED CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
* This is a Mission Essential (ME) position performing a Mission Critical Function (MCF) which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions. In accordance with (IAW), Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 3020-42, Defense Continuity Programs.
* Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period. Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Clerical and Administrative Support Positions, Dispatching Series 2151.

SPECIALIZED

EXPERIENCE:

Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-04, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes comprehensive body of operational knowledge of the communications equipment, alarm equipment and systems, and radio usage and procedures. Extensive knowledge of vehicle dispatching procedures, resources…