APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY -
$45,142.56 to
$66,628.08
PAY GRADE: 32
For more information on benefit and retirement programs, please see the sections below.
In order to receive consideration, applicants must indicate their availability for any work type, travel, and location requirements listed.
Air National Guard Airport Rescue Firefighters respond to emergency incidents involving all forms of civilian, commercial and military aircraft, structure or wildland fires, alarms, and other emergencies.
Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training.
The Nevada Air National Guard (NVANG) Fire Department is an all risk department that responds to emergencies on base and supports local Fire Departments through mutual aid agreements.
NVANG Firefighters support statewide response to wildland fire emergencies. ***Documentation verifying successful completion of the 3 level USAF Fire Protection School must be attached to application at time of submittal IF utilizing this option to meet the minimum qualifications required for this
position. If you are utilizing two years of professional firefighting, the experience must equate to two years of full time equivalent (FTE) experience. Failure to attach your documentation or demonstrate the required two years is reason for denial of your application.*** ***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME BASED ON THE AMOUNT OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.***
In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications)
Two years of professional firefighting experience or completion of the 3 level USAF Fire Protection School; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Notes
Applicants must be in good physical condition and may be required to pass a thorough medical examination and physical agility test prior to appointment and as a continuing employment.
Special Requirements
Possession of a Class C driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. Employees must obtain a Military Motor Vehicle Operator card within one month of appointment.
Possession of an International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or equivalent certification as a Driver/Operator ARFF and Driver/Operator Pumper is required within one year of appointment.
Certification in Nevada as an Emergency Medical Technician within 18 months of hire is required.
Possession of current International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) or equivalent certification as a Firefighter II, Airport Firefighter, and Hazardous Materials Operation is required at the time of hire.
Military Position of Trust clearance
The Examination
Application Evaluation Exam
The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process.
The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment
1) If you are qualifying through the completion of the 3 level USAF Fire Protection School, you MUST attach a copy to your application. If applicable, have you attached your documentation?
