ASSISTANT FIRE CHIEF-OF&ES
Posting Begin Date: 2025/11/13
Posting End Date: 2025/11/27
Work Type: Full Time
Location: Boise, ID, United States
Minimum Salary: 25.76
Maximum Salary: 29.20
Pay Rate Type: Hourly
Description
Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.
ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 25-90-MN
AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Open to Enlisted members and Warrant Officers of the Idaho National Guard (IDNG); or those willing to enlist
TYPE OF POSITION:Military nonclassified
YOUR APPLICATION PACKET MUST INCLUDE:
Military Division Mandatory Questions - Attach your individual responses
Mandatory Requirements - Attach your individual responses
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) - Attach your DETAILED individual responses
When required - Attach copies of educational diplomas, transcripts, or training certificates; or professional licenses, certifications or registrations
** If not provided, your application will be considered INCOMPLETE.
Summary:This position is assigned to the Construction and Facilities Management Office (CFMO), Orchard Combat Training Center (OCTC) Fire and Emergency Services (F&ES), Idaho Army National Guard (IDARNG), functioning within the State of Idaho - Military Division. The position is located at the OCTC Fire Station. The Orchard Combat Training Center is an Army National Guard (ARNG) Maneuver Training Center (Heavy). The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Assistant Fire Chief, providing management and supervision of the fire protection and prevention programs for the IDARNG facilities serviced in the OCTC. Exercises full supervisory responsibility for a fire fighting and protection inspection force consisting of Military Division State employees. Responsible for organizing, training, and directing actual firefighting activities of those members designated to serve as auxiliary members of firefighting crews. This position involves the supervision of personnel engaged in firefighting, and driver/operation of fire apparatus to control and extinguish structure fires, rescue endangered personnel, and take actions to reduce or eliminate potential fire hazards.
MILITARY DIVISION MANDATORY QUESTIONS:
(1) Except for minor traffic offenses, have you ever entered a plea of guilty, no contest, or had a withheld judgment to a felony offense? If YES, please explain on a separate paper and attach it to your application.
(2) Do you certify that I am a U.S. citizen, permanent resident or a Foreign National with authorization to work in the United States?
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
Mandatory Requirements to qualify at the NGA-7F Trainee grade:
(1) Must be an enlisted member or Warrant Officer in the Idaho National Guard. Provide your military grade, job title, MOS/AFSC and unit of assignment.
(2) Must have and maintain a valid and unrestricted state issued driver's license (from any state). Provide your driver's license number, issuing state, license expiration date, and the full name specified on the license.(Do notprovide a copy of your driver's license.)
(3) Must have, or be eligible to obtain, and maintain a favorable NACI/T1 Federal Background Investigation. If a selected candidate does not have a current favorable NACI/T1, as a condition of employment he/she must submit to the investigation process immediately upon hire/appointment. (At a minimum, a favorable suitability determination by the State Security Manager or OPM is required prior to appointment into this position.)
(4) Must possess the following certification levels by an IFSAC or Pro Board Accredited Program (certifications will have affixed IFSAC or Pro Board numbered seal): Fire Officer II, Fire Inspector I, Fire Instructor I, and HAZMAT Incident Commander, NIMS ICS 100, ICS 200, ICS 700 and ICS 800, NIMS ICS 300 and ICS 400. Highly qualified candidates will be certified by the Department of Defense (DOD) Firefighter Certification System.(Attach supporting documentation to your application.)
(5) Must possess, or be willing and able to obtain, the following certification levels by an IFSAC or Pro Board Accredited Program within 1 year of appointment into the position: Fire Officer III, Fire Inspector II and Fire Instructor II.(Attach supporting documentation to your application, if applicable.)
(6) Must have 1 year of supervisory experience in the Fire Service or military service, and a minimum of 1 year as a lead firefighter.(Describe qualifying experience.)
Mandatory Requirements to qualify at the NGA-8F grade level:
(1) Must be an enlisted member or Warrant Officer in the Idaho National Guard. Provide your military grade, job title, MOS/AFSC and unit of assignment.
(2) Must have and maintain a valid and unrestricted state issued driver's license (from any state). Provide your driver's license number, issuing state, license expiration date, and the full name specified on the license.(Do notprovide a copy of your driver's license.)
(3) Must have, or be eligible to obtain, and maintain a favorable NACI/T1 Federal Background Investigation. If a selected candidate does not have a current favorable NACI/T1, as a condition of employment he/she must submit to the investigation process immediately upon hire/appointment. (At a minimum, a favorable suitability determination by the State Security Manager or OPM is required prior to appointment into this position.)
(4) Must possess the following certification levels by an IFSAC or Pro Board Accredited Program (certifications will have affixed IFSAC or Pro Board numbered seal): Fire Officer III, Fire Inspector II, Fire Instructor II, HAZMAT Incident Commander; NIMS ICS 100, ICS 200, ICS 700 and ICS 800, NIMS ICS 300 and ICS 400. Highly qualified candidates will be certified by the Department of Defense (DOD) Firefighter Certification System.(Attach supporting documentation to your application.)
(5) Must possess, or be willing and able to obtain, the following IFSAC or Pro Board Accredited Program certification levels within 1 year of appointment into the position(attach supporting documentation to your application, if applicable):
Fire Instructor III, if assigned as Assistant Chief of Training
Fire Inspector III, if assigned as Assistant Chief of Prevention
Fire Department Health and Safety Officer, if assigned as Assistant Chief of Health and Safety
(6) Must have 1 year of supervisory experience in the Fire Service or military service, and a minimum of 1 year as a lead firefighter.(Describe qualifying experience.)
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:Must have24-months(for NGA-8F) or12-months(for NGA-7F) of specialized experience performing related duties as specified in the announcement listed under Qualification Requirements, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs). Submit a paragraph for each knowledge requirement below that demonstrates the required experience and describes competence in applying the knowledge.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs):
(1) Knowledge of recognized standards covering fire protection and prevention techniques and procedures; agency and installation manuals, rules, and regulations; and federal, state, and local fire protection/prevention ordinances and building codes.
(2) Knowledge of the theory of fire propagation and progression and the application of accepted techniques and principles to reduce or eliminate hazards in a specialized environment with a high fire expectancy and potential for severity.
(3) Knowledge of the layout, design, construction, and contents of buildings; location of fire protection systems; and other similar characteristics outlined in UFC-3600-01 and UFC-3600-02.
(4) Ability to formulate and effectively implement firefighting/emergency response plans and to direct personnel in such operations.
(5) Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Monica at[email protected]
Benefits:
The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please
visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.
EEO/ADA/Veteran:
The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected] .
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
