Residential Security Technician at U.S. Consulate - Lagos

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

Position Title: Residential Security Technician, *FSN-07/FP-07

Location: Lagos

Basic Function of the Position:
The Residential Security Technician (RST) will perform technical duties in support of the Mission residential security program. The incumbent provide a wide variety of technical services to include the installation, maintenance and repair of technical security equipment. Incumbent plans, designs, prepare reports on engineering aspects of maintenance program, operations and repair. Make recommendations to improve the effectiveness of the Missions technical security program and ensure that maintenance strategy, principles and practices are implemented.

Position Requirements:
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.

• Completion of two years of full time post-secondary studies in the field of Electronics/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience as electrician or three years of progressively responsible as an alarm technician with electronics, locks and lighting systems are required.
• Level III (Good working knowledge) Speaking/Reading/Writing in English is required.
• Must have an expert knowledge and understanding of security technology systems.
• Must have basic computer skills and office procedures
• Must possess a Nigeria valid driver’s License

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 U.S. Citizen EFMs who hold a Family Member Appointment (FMA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment.
• 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
Salary: Or–Ordinarily Resident–N2, 957,362 p.a.(Starting basic salary) Position Grade: FSN-07
In addition to the basic salary, all allowances will be paid in accordance with the Mission Local Compensation Plan.
NOR - Not Ordinarily Resident – AEFM - US$40,394 EFM/MOH – US$34,667 (Starting Salary) p.a. Position Grade: FP-07

Application Closing Date:
June 02, 2014

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: [email protected]

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