The U.S. Consulate in Lagos is seeking to employ a suitable and qualified candidate for the position of: Surveillance Detection Shift Supervisor in the Regional Security Office (RSO).
Position Title: Surveillance Detection Shift Supervisor, *FSN-05
Location: Lagos
Basic Function of the Position:
The incumbent provides security for USG facilities, employees and family members by participating in and supervising other Surveillance Detection (SD) personnel. Performs procedures to detect, recognize, and report on surveillance directed against U.S. Government facilities and/or personnel and provide support directly, or by calling for assistance. In case of imminent attack, calls for immediate assistance and takes action, if possible, to prevent injuring and death to personnel, and destruction of properties.
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 Secondary School is required.
- Minimum of three (3) years of military, police or other security experience is required.
- Level IV (Fluent) Speaking/Reading/Writing in English is required. Level III (Good working knowledge) Speaking/Reading/Writing in Hausa, Igbo or Yoruba language is required.
- Must have some basic knowledge of security practices and self-defense.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license.
- Must have basic computer skills.
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.
Application Closing Date:
16th June, 2014
Remuneration
Salary: Or-Ordinarily Resident–N1, 948,552 p.a.(Starting basic salary)
Position Grade: FSN-05
In addition to the basic salary, all allowances will be paid in accordance with the Mission Local Compensation Plan.
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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