(AFG-KABUL) Fire Chief

Job Summary

As the Fire Chief, he/she manages the fire & emergency services programs.

Principal Accountabilities

(Typical duties include the following, although specific duties vary by assignment or contract)

• Develop and provide to the COR for review and approval, fire prevention program regulations and standard operating procedures in order to implement State Department regulations.


• Prepare and submit reports to the COR on fire losses and trends; recommend steps to alleviate unfavorable conditions.


• Oversee the management of fire prevention activities to include educational promotions, training, fire prevention week activities, and seasonal campaigns.


• Review reports submitted to determine adequacy of the program and effectiveness.


• Draft Memorandums of Agreement, as requested by the COR, with other federal organizations.


• Direct emergency services equipment and personnel to respond to particular types of emergencies.


• Implement and direct the crash and rescue protection services for assigned installations.


• May serve as Emergency Management/Disaster Preparedness Coordinator to include preparing the installation overall emergency force protection program to include severe weather events, nuclear, chemical and biological emergencies or any other crisis situation.


• Plan organizational structure and staffing needs to ensure an efficient structure is establish within the workforce.


• Keep employees informed of policies, procedures and management programs and goals. Carry out Occupational Safety and Health Program responsibilities.


• Manage the emergency communications center that receives all fire and other calls for assistance and directs the dispatch of emergency equipment and personnel.


• As requested by the COR, attend meetings with local offices, agencies, and senior managers.


• As requested by the COR, participate in planning sessions for major emergency response and contingency plans.


• Employee is required to report for duty during Natural Disasters or such emergency situations.

Knowledge & Skills

• The work of this position requires a SECRET Security clearance.

Experience & Education

• A minimum of one year of experience in similar position, as described in the following specialized and general fire prevention experience description.


• Specialized experience is defined as: Experience of all phases of fire department operations, i.e. structural, crash/fire/rescue, hazardous material and Basic Life Support medical services.


• Experience in fire prevention, fire protection, emergency protection services and environmental protection in order to plan, direct and supervise shift work to support the installation.


• Must maintain a valid State driver’s license and an Emergency Vehicle Operators certification.


• Must have and be able to maintain the following Firefighter Certifications: Fire Officer IV, Instructor II, Inspector II, Hazardous Materials Incident Command. National Incident Management System certifications (NIMS): IS-100 and IS-200 IS-300 and IS-400, IS-700, IS-800,


• CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Certifications must have been awarded by the Department of Defense (DOD) or any equivalent entity accredited by International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or Pro-Board.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment

• This position requires the employee to work under adverse environmental conditions and falls under the respiratory protection program and hearing conservation program.


• This is an inclement weather position.

Travel

• The position is subject to periodic travel.


• The position is subject to immediate recall and extended shifts during emergencies.

Primary Location: AFGHANISTAN-OCONUS-KABUL

Job Posting: Mar 30, 2016, 8:41:42 AM

Unposting Date: Ongoing

Req ID: PR1601209

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