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Firefighter

Central Intelligence Agency · Other Agencies and Independent Organizations · Washington, District of Columbia

Federal agencyGS-06
At a glance

A job with Central Intelligence Agency in Washington, District of Columbia. It pays $79,891$123,072 per year at grade GS-06. Applications close on Jan 31, 2027 — 137 days left.

Working pattern
On site
Who can apply
Competitive service, Excepted service, Open to the public
Clearance
Sensitive Compartmented Information

Main duties

  • As a Firefighter (non-supervisory), you will respond to and mitigate emergency incidents, to include fires, Haz Mat incidents, auto accidents, and provide emergency care to ill and injured persons.
  • Firefighters are based out of a Fire Station and drive and operate emergency apparatus, such as an Engine/Pumper, Tower/Ladder, Rescue/Squad, and Ambulance/Medic Unit (Advanced Life Support).
  • Work involves combating and extinguishing fires, vehicle extrication, technical rescue operations, and providing emergency medical care to the sick or injured.
  • A significant amount of the work-day is spent in preparing for emergencies, including training, practical evolutions, and performing standby duties for high hazard activities.
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About the role

As a Firefighter (non-supervisory), you will respond to and mitigate emergency incidents, to include fires, Haz Mat incidents, auto accidents, and provide emergency care to ill and injured persons.

What you will do

  • As a Firefighter (non-supervisory), you will respond to and mitigate emergency incidents, to include fires, Haz Mat incidents, auto accidents, and provide emergency care to ill and injured persons.
  • Firefighters are based out of a Fire Station and drive and operate emergency apparatus, such as an Engine/Pumper, Tower/Ladder, Rescue/Squad, and Ambulance/Medic Unit (Advanced Life Support).
  • Work involves combating and extinguishing fires, vehicle extrication, technical rescue operations, and providing emergency medical care to the sick or injured.
  • A significant amount of the work-day is spent in preparing for emergencies, including training, practical evolutions, and performing standby duties for high hazard activities.
  • Firefighters work 48-hour shifts (144-hour bi-weekly work schedule) and are required to work overtime as needed.
  • In the event of a large-scale emergency, Firefighters may be recalled to work.
  • Work may involve strenuous physical activity and exposure to extreme heat, smoke, falling materials, toxic chemicals, and other hazardous conditions.
  • This position requires a 5-year service commitment.
  • Upon Entrance on Duty (EOD), a 5-year commitment with the Fire Department is required before applying internally to other positions.
  • Firefighter/EMT: $77,386 - $94,592 Firefighter// Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT): $85,993 - $97,474 Firefighter/Paramedic: $95,233 - $104,763

Education

High school diploma or GED

How you will be evaluated

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Documents you must provide

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What to expect next

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