Surveillance Detection Guard at US Embassy

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

Us Embassy is recruiting for the position below:
Position Grade: FSN-04

Responsibilities

• Provides security for USG facilities, employees and family member by performing procedures to detect, recognize and report  surveillance directed against U.S Government facilities and/or personnel and
• Provides support directly, or by calling for assistance. 

Qualifications and Skills

• Completion of Secondary School is required.
• A minimum of three (3) years of Military, Police or other Security experience is required.
• Level III Speaking/Writing/Reading in English is required
• Must have some basic knowledge of security practices and skilled in the use of  surveillance equipment.
• Basic skills in Microsoft (Word, Excel & Access) are required.
• A valid Nigerian driver’s license is required.

Selection Process

• When fully qualified, U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and 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 NORs hired under a Personal Services Agreement (PSA) are 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–N1,393,184 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
12th May, 2013

Method of Application
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:
Abuja.