Surveillance Detection Technician at US Embassy

The U.S. Consulate General Lagos is seeking to employ a suitable and qualified candidate for the position of Surveillance Detection Technician in the Regional Security Office (RSO).
 
Responsibilities

• Responsible for compilation of individual reports from Surveillance Detection (SD) team members in a standard format including the input of SD sighting reports and images into an automated data processing database; retrieving/extracting data from reports; regularly reviewing reports to identify trends, patterns, events, occurrences, frequency of sightings and preparing appropriate reports for the RSO’s review.
• Compose daily crime reports from open source news.
•  Assist in developing and facilitating training for SD team members and other members of the RSO section.
• Assist with Embassy drills, official functions and other events as directed by the RSO.
• Conduct field work and act as a mobile patrol officer as directed by the SD Coordinator.
• Act as the SD Coordinator when the SD Coordinator is on leave or performing other duties.

Requirements

• Completion of Secondary school is required.
• Minimum of three years in a professional office
• setting and computer data entry experience is required.
• Level III (Good working knowledge) Speaking/Writing in English is required.
• Must have skills in Microsoft (Word, Excel & Accesswith typing speed of 50WPM.
• Must have basic knowledge of local security issues.
• Must be able to type reports, analyze and manage raw data as it pertains to surveillance detection operation.

Selection Process

• When fully qualified, U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMsand U.S. Veterans are given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate specifically address the required qualifications above in the application.

Additional Selection Criteria

• Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy.
• Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
• Current Ordinarily Resident employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs.
• Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible to apply.
• Currently employed U.S. Citizen EFMs who hold a Family Member Appointment (FMAare ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment.
• Currently employed NORs hired under a Personal Services Agreement (PSAare ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment unless currently hired into a position with a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.

Remuneration

• Ordinarily Resident N1,651,315 p.a (Starting basic salary)
• In addition to the basic salary, all allowances will be paid in accordance with the Mission Local Compensation Plan.

Application Closing Date
1st May, 2013

How to Apply
Interested applicants for this position MUST submit the following, or the application will not be considered:

• Application for US Federal Employment (DS-174); or a current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information as a DS-174; plus.
• Candidates who claim US Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application.
• Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
• A type-written and signed application letter specifically applying for this position, and addressing the minimum requirements as advertised.

Please reference the job title and announcement number on the application letter.
Submit Application To:

Embassy of the United States of America
Human Resources Office
Plot 1075 Diplomatic Drive
Central District Area
Abuja.

Or submit to: HRNigeria@state.gov

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Note:
All applicants MUST address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each criterion or the application will not be considered.