Shipment Clerk (OBO) at US Embassy

Summary:

Working under the Supervisory Administrative Assistant of the Overseas Building Operations (OBO) project team, the Shipment Clerk obtains customs clearance for incoming and outgoing official shipments in Support of the New Consulate Compound (NCC) in Lagos, Nigeria. The Incumbent also works with the Ministry of Transportation to facilitate vehicle registration and inspection.

Duties

Incumbent checks daily the status of all known shipments with the Consulate end users and local shipping companies. Arranges for delivery if a shipment needs to be re-sorted or re-packed for delivery to various locations. The incumbent coordinates between contractors and end users. Obtains vehicle registration, licensing and import/export documentation for GOVs. Maintains liaison with the Ministry of Transportation, local customs and airport officials as well as local contractors to facilitate official responsibilities. Operates government owned vehicles (GOVs) to carry out official duties.          

Requirements:

• All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public Trust security clearance. 
• All selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and, may be subject to a pre-employment medical exam.  
• Selected candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (6 weeks) upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Qualifications:

• Experience: At least two (2) years of experience in customs, shipping or logistics is required.

Job Knowledge: 

Good knowledge of USG customs and shipping procedures, OBO guidelines, USG clerical practices and Embassy's vehicle safety and maintenance procedures. Must have strong knowledge of local cargo, shipping and customs procedures and regulations. Strong knowledge of local laws and regulations governing all types of vehicle use registration, insurance, import/export etc. 

Skills And Abilities: 

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) and Internet Research. Good interpersonal skills to interface efficiently with various contacts including end users, vendors, trucking companies, local officials as well as post contacts. Good Knowledge of accepted record keeping methods to include developing a filing system, follow-up on projects, meeting deadlines. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Must hold a valid Nigeria driver's license.