Location: Albany Marine Corps Logistics Base, Georgia
Appointment Type: Permanent
Work Schedule: Full Time
Pay Grade: GS 4 to GS 5
Salary Range: $40,736 to $52,957 per year
Security Clearance: Secret
Promotion Potential: GS 7
Announcement Number: DE 12899596 26 RVF
Application Window: March 2, 2026, to March 1, 2027
About the Command
The United States Marine Corps, under the Department of the Navy, safeguards national security by maintaining operational readiness across its installations. At the Albany Marine Corps Logistics Base in Georgia, mission continuity depends on skilled emergency response personnel who protect lives, infrastructure, and critical assets.
This public notice announces anticipated firefighter vacancies. While this notice does not guarantee immediate openings, qualified applicants may be considered for positions as they become available.
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Role Overview
The Firefighter serves as a member of a structured emergency response team responsible for fire suppression, rescue operations, hazardous material response, and emergency medical care. The position supports a large industrial installation where complex structures and specialized equipment demand advanced firefighting capabilities.
The selected individual operates within a crew environment and contributes directly to life safety, environmental protection, and asset preservation.
Core Responsibilities
Structural Fire Suppression
The Firefighter responds to structural incidents involving industrial facilities and operational infrastructure. Duties include controlling and extinguishing fires using hoses, ladders, hydrants, and rescue equipment. The role requires operating pumps, foam systems, and boom nozzles while applying established fire control strategies under hazardous conditions.
Rescue Operations
The incumbent conducts search-and-rescue operations in confined spaces, elevated areas, and other high-risk locations. The role demands physical strength and situational awareness to move and transport individuals weighing up to 180 pounds.
Hazardous Materials Response
As a member of a hazardous materials response team, the Firefighter assists with spill and release containment, control, and mitigation. The position requires adherence to safety protocols to protect personnel, property, and the environment.
Emergency Medical Services
The Firefighter performs duties as an Emergency Medical Technician and delivers Basic Life Support care. Responsibilities include assessing medical emergencies, initiating approved treatment protocols, communicating patient conditions to medical facilities, and documenting vital signs and other critical information.
Equipment and Vehicle Operations
The role involves assisting in the operation and maintenance of firefighting vehicles, including pumpers and aerial ladder trucks. The Firefighter inspects, tests, and maintains tools and apparatus to ensure operational readiness.
Employment Conditions
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Must be a United States citizen
- Must qualify for federal employment suitability determination
- Must obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
- Must complete a pre-appointment physical examination
- Must pass a drug test and remain subject to random testing
- Must participate in the direct deposit pay program
- Must register with the Selective Service if required by law
- Must possess a valid state driver’s license
- Must maintain respirator certification
- Must participate in a mandatory physical fitness program
- Must wear protective equipment during shifts, which may weigh between 50 and 60 pounds
- Must be available for night, weekend, and holiday shifts as mission needs dictate
This position is designated as Mission Essential; the incumbent ensures operational continuity during emergencies or contingency situations.
Relocation expenses or incentives may be authorized in accordance with applicable regulations.
Required Certifications
Applicants must hold the following certifications before appointment:
- Firefighter I and II (ProBoard or IFSAC)
- Hazardous Materials Awareness
- Hazardous Materials Operations
- Emergency Medical Technician Basic Life Support certification at the state level or through the National Registry
For GS 5 consideration, applicants must also possess:
- Hazardous Materials Technician certification
Qualification Standards
GS 4 Level
Applicants must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-3 level in federal service or comparable experience in public or private sector employment.
Qualifying experience includes operating firefighting equipment, applying fire suppression principles, responding to hazardous material incidents, conducting rescue procedures, and maintaining emergency response vehicles and tools.
GS 5 Level
Applicants must demonstrate at least 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-4 level.
Experience must reflect competence in advanced firefighting operations, hazardous material response using protective systems, vehicle inspection procedures, and structured rescue strategies.
Additional qualification standards are available through the Office of Personnel Management Fire Protection and Prevention Series 0081 guidelines.
Education Criteria
Education may substitute for experience under the following standards:
GS 4
Completion of a two-year program in Fire Science, Fire Training, or a closely related field from an accredited institution may qualify. A combination of education and experience may also be accepted if it equals one year of required preparation.
GS 5
Completion of a four-year degree program in Fire Science, Fire Training, or a related discipline from an accredited institution may qualify. A combination of relevant education and experience may also satisfy the requirement.
Applicants relying on education must submit official transcripts. Appropriate firefighter training may substitute for experience on a month-by-month basis.
Evaluation Process
Applicants will be evaluated based on demonstrated experience, education, and documented competencies relevant to the position.
Resumes must not exceed two pages and must clearly describe duties and accomplishments. Illegible or incomplete submissions will not be considered. Inflated or unsupported claims may result in disqualification.
As vacancies arise, the Human Resources Office will review submissions to verify eligibility and qualifications. All requirements must be satisfied before consideration for selection.
Additional Information
This position is part of the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Multiple vacancies may be filled under this announcement.
Failure to meet pre-employment requirements, including attendance at scheduled evaluations or testing, will result in withdrawal of a tentative offer.
Veteran preference does not apply under this hiring authority; however, applicants claiming preference must provide supporting documentation.
Application Process
This announcement serves as a public notice of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted directly through this notice.
Interested applicants must follow the official application instructions provided on the Department of the Navy careers platform and submit required documentation as directed. Complete application details and submission guidelines are available on the agency’s careers page.