Përshkrimi

Hiring Path:  Open to the public

Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency: All Interested Applicants / All Sources

Security Clearance Required: Public Trust - Background Investigation

Appointment Type : Permanent

Appointment Type Details: Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period

Marketing Statement: We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.

Summary:The work schedule for this position is: Full Time (40 number of hours per week).

Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (8 weeks) of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Supervisory Position: No

Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No

Detyrat

Duties

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION: Performs guard services at the Embassy to safeguard U.S. Government property and personnel. Under the direction of the Senior Armed Guard, Shift-Leader, Local Guard Supervision, Deputy LGF Supervisor the incumbent of this position performs guard services at the Embassy to safeguard U.S. Government property and personnel. Assists with access control coordination at the entrance to the Embassy Compound and is responsible for assisting the Marine Security Guard with the control of persons and items entering and leaving the building during normal working hours. Compiles and process mission access request forms and distributes them to appropriate Guard Posts, and may be tasked by the RSO or A/RSO to perform other security related functions deemed necessary.   

 

Kualifikimet

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE:  Minimum of one year full time experience in the security service field is required. 

JOB KNOWLEDGE: Basic knowledge of Embassy's organizational structure and operations. Must also have a basic knowledge of First Aid procedures, fire-fighting equipment, radio communications and explosive detection equipment. Must have working knowledge of gas mask function. 

Education Requirements:

EDUCATION: Completion of Secondary School is required.

Evaluations:

Post may choose to add the phrase “This may be tested” after a language, skill, and/or ability.  Review the VA template for specific information.

LANGUAGE:  Mandatory:  Copy from Section 15(d) of PD. Level 3 (good working knowledge) in speaking, reading, and writing of English is required. List each language separately.

Post must not list the language level number (i.e. I, II, III, IV) but only list the term associated to the level (i.e. Basic, Good Working Knowledge).

SKILLS AND ABILITIES Optional: Must be tactful and effective in interpersonal contact. Must be courteous and firm in performing entry duties. Must be physically fit. Must have computer skills, such as Microsoft office suite. 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO):  The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

Qualifications:

All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.

Benefits and Other Info

Benefits:

Agency Benefits:

Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Tirana, Albania, may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.

For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.

The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.

Other Information:

HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS:  Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below.  Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.

HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:

AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*

AEFM / USEFM

FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **

* IMPORTANT:  Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), equivalent documentation, or certification.  A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service.  Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given. 

** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.

For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link.

Shënime

How to Apply:

All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a public trust background clearance. 

https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/vacancy/viewVacancyDetail.hms?_ref=t1n0tlfbpt0&returnToSearch=true&jnum=52256&orgId=115

To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button.  For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.

 

Required Documents:

In order to qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested diploma and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. If you fail to provide requested information, or the information you submit is insufficient to verify your eligibility, you will not be considered for this position.

Copy of Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)

Degree (not transcript)

DD-214 - Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)

SF-50 (if applicable)

Next Steps:

Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email. 

For further information - the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office.

Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Tirana, Albania.