How do I know what grade level Wildland Firefighter I would qualify for?
A. A combination of things is used to determine the grade you would qualify for. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) establishes the minimum standards for each grade and occupation. For Wildland Firefighters the standard for “Technical and Medical Support Positions” is used and can be viewed at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/SEC-IV/A/GS-TECH.HTM. The minimum or basic qualification information in addition to any applicable selective placement factors is defined in the vacancy announcement for each grade being recruited.