US&R CA-TF5 Logistics Specialist

Location : CA 92602, CA
Job Type: FULL-TIME
Job Number: 2023-78-DS
Department: US&R
Opening Date: 11/14/2023
Closing Date: 12/14/2023 12:00 PM Pacific
DESCRIPTION
The Urban Search and Rescue (US&R) California Task Force 5 (CA-TF5) Logistics Specialist recruitment is an Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) internal recruitment. This recruitment is only open to current OCFA Fire Captain, Fire Apparatus Engineer, and non-probationary Firefighters. The ideal candidate should be technically savvy and be very motivated. The Logistics Specialist is responsible for documenting, tracking, and maintaining items in the FEMA US&R Cache during routine training and on emergency deployments or to support the task force during incident operations.
Successful candidates will be placed on a Candidate Pool List, which will be used to fill future vacancies.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
This position requires participation in rigorous physical and mentally challenging base camp and field operations, encompassing multiple disciplines of the logistics functions in extremely varied and potentially hazardous working conditions. This position requires the ability to provide both verbal and written interaction with all sections of the US&R Task Force, including local, state, and federal officials. The position also requires working in disaster zones, in adverse weather conditions, hazardous atmospheres, and flight in military or civilian aircraft (fixed and rotary). As a member of the US&R Task Force, you will be asked to represent the local, state and federal government, under extremely diverse conditions.
To view complete classification specification, please click the links below:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum requirements for US&R Logistics Specialist (pre-appointment):

• Current, OCFA Fire Captain, Fire Apparatus Engineer, or non-probationary Firefighter
• Participation in the OCFA "WEFIT" program
• Have a basic knowledge of US&R and GPS operations
• Demonstrate the ability to follow orders and personnel management skills
• Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Have the ability to be flexible, resolve conflicts, and solve problems
• Possess basic working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Be willing to work and live in poor conditions for extended periods of time
• Certificate of Achievements for IS 100, 200, 700, and 800

Position Requirement (post selection)

• Maintain a basic knowledge of the use of specialized Task Force equipment and support resources related to your position
• Maintain qualifications for Logistics Team per the FEMA position descriptions
• Completion of the FEMA Logistics Specialist Course
• Participate in air operations - helicopter and fixed wing during deployments or training
• Attend quarterly training
• Maintain/respond by timely communication with Task Force and section administration through email and phone
• Maintain certification in Title 49 IATA and AFMAN 24-204 air cargo transportation
• Obtain and maintain a Commercial Class A Driver License (Task Force provided)
• Follow the Federal "Code of Conduct" for US&R Task Force
• Complete all General Administrative Requirements and General Training Requirements for all Task Force members within two (2) months of selection (see "Task Force General Requirements" under Supplemental Information for details).

Selected individuals will begin the training process immediately after selection, with required attendance at the FEMA Logistics course in early 2024.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
HOW TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION
To apply, go to Interested personnel are to submit the following:

• Online application - application must show current OCFA experience
• Resume (2-pages maximum) outlining your qualifications as they relate to this position
• Memo of Interest
• Attach Certificates of Completion for FEMA IS 100, 200, 700, and 800

All materials must be submitted with your electronic application no later than Thursday, December 14, 2023 at noon.
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

• Recruitment closes - December 14, 2024 at noon
• Panel interviews -January 4, 2024

All dates are subject to change based on organizational need. Should a change occur, Human Resources will notify all affected candidates via email.
CANDIDATE POOL LIST
Placement on the candidate pool list will be established based on successful completion of all recruitment process components. The candidate pool list will remain in effect for a period of one (1) year from the date of establishment or until all names on the list are exhausted. The candidate pool list may be extended or abolished at the discretion of the Assistant Chief of Human Resources/Human Resources Director.
TASK FORCE GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
General Administrative Requirements
The task force will do the following for each member:

• Maintain a current memorandum of agreement with DHS/FEMA, as well as participating agency agreements, and/or affiliated personnel agreements, as applicable
• Maintain a file for each rostered member that includes the following completed forms:
  • Application for Federal Employment; Optional Form 612 or a standard FEMA US&R resume
  • Appointment Affidavits; Standard Form 61

Document each member's successful completion of a quantitative respiratory protection fit test required per 29 CFR 1910.134, as defined in Program Directive

Ensure that each member maintains current inoculations, as defined in Program Directive 2005-008, unless medically contraindicated or refusal is documented

Document that each member has a current Physician Clearance for Deployment documented as defined in Program Directive 2005-008

Document each member has signed a Code of Conduct as defined in Program Directive 2018-006

General Training Requirements
Each member will do the following:

• Complete critical incident stress awareness training
• Complete ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-700 and ICS-800.B courses
• Complete the FEMA National US&R Response System Orientation course (Course Code: 9G6100)
• Complete initial training at the first responder operations level for hazardous materials (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120)
• Complete annual refresher training as required for first responder operations level for hazardous materials (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120)
• Maintain certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Task force members currently licensed or EMT (all levels) or licensed board-certified emergency physicians inherently meet this requirement
• Complete respiratory protection training per OSHA 29 CFR 19110.134 (k)
• Complete refresher training as required for respiratory protection training per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 (k)
• Complete an initial blood-borne pathogen training in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030
• Complete the FEMA US&R Enhanced Operations in the Contaminated Environment - Instructor-Led Training (Course Code: 9G5420)
• Complete NFPA 1670 awareness level training for the following
  • Confined Space Search and Rescue
  • Water Rescue
  • Structural Collapse Search and rescue

Please be advised, the OCFA is continuously monitoring local, State and Federal COVID-19 vaccination requirements and will promptly update our guidance as it relates to the US&R Task Force representatives and Program Managers.
QUESTIONS
All questions regarding this position should be directed to Captain Richard Ventura at
TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES WITH NEOGOV
Please contact the assigned recruiter, Duke Steppe, Human Resources Manager at (714) 573-6807 or at for assistance.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) ACCOMMODATION
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, anyone who needs an ADA accommodation for the purposes of employment testing should contact Duke Steppe, Human Resources Manager at within 72 hours of the need for an accommodation.
WITHDRAWING FROM RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Whenever an applicant chooses to withdraw from this recruitment process, he/she is required to submit an email notification to the assigned recruiter, Duke Steppe, Human Resources Manager at requesting a withdrawal from the process. The email to the recruiter must include the applicant's current phone number.
NOTE
The provisions of this publication do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision in this publication may be modified or revoked without notice.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Orange County Fire Authority is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
FIRE APPARATUS ENGINEERS, FIRE CAPTAINS, FIREFIGHTERS, FIRE PILOTS, AND HEAVY FIRE EQUIPMENT OPERATORS
*Please note: This summary reflects the benefits for shift employees assigned to a 56-hour average duty week. For benefits information related to staff assignments (40-hour workweek), please refer to the
Orange County Professional Firefighters Association (OCPFA) Local 3631: This classification is represented by the OCPFA Local 3631. Please visit for more information.
Base Salary Adjustments: None scheduled through August 31, 2022.
Merit Salary Increases: Employees are eligible for an initial merit salary increase (1 to 4 steps) on the first day of the pay period following completion of fifty-two (52) weeks of service, and thereafter annually based on their work performance and until they reach the top of their 12-step salary range.
Health Benefits: Pursuant to a (see link below), the Authority contributes to the OCPFA medical benefit trust fund for health insurance and other related benefits. Brown Insurance Services (BIS) is the administrator for these benefits. In 2022, BIS offers the following options for medical insurance: Kaiser, Anthem HMO, Anthem PPO and Anthem HMO. Vision insurance is provided through MES, and dental insurance is provided through DeltaCare HMO and Delta Dental DPO. Health Plan Agreement:
(Please note: The Health Plan Agreement expired on 12/31/2021; however, the Agreement was extended via Side Letter Agreement through 12/31/2022. The 2021 contribution to the medical benefit trust fund will continue through 12/31/2022 ($2,199.49/month).
Retirement: All regular OCFA employees are members of the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS) - a defined benefit retirement program. Employees are enrolled in one of the following retirement formulas based on date of hire.
Legacy Safety Members: Employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 who establish reciprocity with OCERS are enrolled in the 3% at age 55 retirement formula (Plan R). The compensation limit for Legacy members for 2022 is $305,000.
New Safety Members: Employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 without reciprocity are enrolled in the 2.7% at age 57 retirement formula (Plan V). The compensation limit for PEPRA members for 2022 is $161,969 (non-Social Security Participants).
For more information about OCERS retirement, please visit:
For more information about reciprocity, please visit:
For more information about the OCERS employer and employee contribution rates, please refer to the (Pages 84-86) and
Deferred Compensation: Employees may voluntarily participate in the Authority's deferred compensation plan. This plan is provided by Nationwide Retirement Services and allows for pre- and post-tax deferrals. This plan is 100% employee funded.
Retiree Medical Savings Plan: Employees are enrolled in a mandatory defined contribution retiree medical savings plan to which they contribute 4.0% of base salary.
OCPFA Supplemental Retiree Medical Plan: Employees contribute 1.0% of their base salary towards the Orange County Professional Firefighters Association Supplemental Retiree Medical Plan Trust Fund.
Social Security: Orange County Fire Authority employees are not covered under the provisions of Federal Social Security (OASDI); therefore, they are not required to contribute 6.2% of salary towards Social Security.
Medicare: Employees contribute 1.45% to Medicare. Employees whose wages exceed $200,000 in a calendar year shall contribute an additional 0.9%.
Educational Incentive Pay: Employees with college-level semester units or a bachelor's degree are eligible for educational incentive pay as follows:

• 60+ college-level semester units = 2.5% of base salary per month; or
  
• 90+ college-level semester units = 5% of base salary per month; or
  
• Baccalaureate Degree = 7.5% of base salary per month

The maximum educational incentive pay an employee shall receive is 7.5% of base salary. To receive educational incentive pay, the employee must submit a written request to receive the educational incentive pay and submit satisfactory proof of qualification (for example, grade cards, transcripts, and/or other verification from an accredited, college-level educational institution). OCFA does not require sealed transcripts.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Pay: Employees (other than Firefighter Trainees) who maintain an active State of California EMT certification will receive, in addition to their regular salary, seven (9%) percent of each employee's base salary per month, prorated on an hourly basis for regular hours paid.
Other Specialty Pays: Employees who move into special assignments at OCFA, or who possess specialized skills, may be eligible for other specialty pays. Please refer to the OCPFA MOU and Side Letter Agreements for further details.
Tuition Reimbursement: Tuition reimbursement is $2,000 per fiscal year to cover certain expenses associated with academic pursuits.
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