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  • Posted: Sep 27, 2022
    Deadline: Oct 13, 2022
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    A diplomatic mission is a group of people from one state or an international inter-governmental organisation (such as the United Nations) present in another state to represent the sending state/organisation officially in the receiving state. In practice, a diplomatic mission usually denotes the resident mission, namely the office of a country's diplomatic re...
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    Security Investigator - All Interested Candidates (Substitution)

    Announcement Number: Lagos-2022-117S
    Series/Grade: LE - 0705 8
    Promotion Potential: LE-8
    Hiring Agency:Consulate General Lagos
    Work Schedule: Full-time - 40 hours per week

    Overview

    • Hiring Path: Open to the public
    • Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
      • For USEFM - FP is 06.  Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C.
      • All Interested Applicants / All Sources
    • Security Clearance Required: Public Trust - Background Investigation
    • Appointment Type: Temporary
    • Appointment Type Details: Definite not to Exceed 5 years subject to successful completion of probationary period.

    Summary

    • The work schedule for this position is: Full Time (40 hours per week)
    • Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (6 weeks) of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.
    • Supervisory Position: No
    • Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No
    • Travel Required: Not Required

    Duties

    • Under the supervision of the Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO) Site Security Manager (SSM), serves as the Foreign Services National Investigator (FSNI)/Security Investigator for all security related activities associated with the construction of the New Consulate Compound (NCC). 
    • Incumbent works independently and provides security and secretarial services in support of the project including background investigations, screening calls, file maintenances, etc. 
    • Incumbent maintains liaison with local police, OBO contractors, Local Guard Force (LGF), security organizations and other security authorities.

    Qualifications and Evaluations
    Education Requirements:

    • Completion of secondary education is required. 

    Experience: 

    • Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible security related experience in investigative work with police or private security organization is required.

    Job Knowledge:

    • Good working knowledge of procedures and policies of the security office with regards to conducting background investigations and determining suitability for employment and access to U.S. government facilities is required. 
    • Good working knowledge of Nigeria's legal system and institutions, criminal law, and international security standards and regulation procedures is required. 
    • Good working knowledge of documentary sources of information is required. 

    Evaluations:

    • This may be tested. Applicant MUST address ALL language proficiency requirement to be considered.  

    Language:  

    • Good working knowledge of writing/speaking/reading English is required.

    Skills and Abilities : 

    • Ability to maintain extensive contacts with officials of various local agencies, as well as ability to exercise initiative and use research skills in obtaining information or evidence is required. 
    • Good computer skills in Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel. 
    • Ability to draft concise reports and letters of inquiry in English is required.  
    • Must have good interpersonal skills and the ability to develop and maintain contacts with officials of various agencies. 
    • Must be able to conduct thorough interviews and evaluate honesty of candidates or employee. 
    • Must hold a valid Nigeria driver's license.

    Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO):  

    • The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

    Qualifications:

    • All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.

    Other Information:

    • For the current COVID-19 Requirements please visit the following link.

    Hiring Preference Selection Process:

    • Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below.  Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.

    Hiring Preference Order:

    • AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
    • AEFM / USEFM
    • FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **

    * Important

    • Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), Letter from Veterans’ Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability dated within the past six months, equivalent documentation, or certification.  
    • A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. 
    • The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service.  Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given. 
    • ** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.
    • For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link.

    Marketing Statement:

    Salary
    NGN 9,688,215 (USD 43,507) / Annum

    Benefits and Other Info

    Benefits
    Agency Benefits:

    • Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Lagos, Nigeria may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.
    • For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.
    • The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.

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    Security Investigator - All Interested Candidates

    Announcement Number: Lagos-2022-117
    Location: Lagos
    Hiring Agency: Consulate General Lagos
    Promotion Potential: LE-8
    Series/Grade: LE - 0705 8
    Work Schedule: Full-time - 40 hours per week

    Overview

    • Hiring Path: Open to the public
    • Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
      • For USEFM - FP is 06.  Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C.
      • All Interested Applicants / All Sources
    • Security Clearance Required: Public Trust - Background Investigation
    • Appointment Type: Temporary
    • Appointment Type Details: Definite not to Exceed 5 years subject to successful completion of probationary period.

    Summary

    • The work schedule for this position is: Full Time (40 hours per week)
    • Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (6 weeks) of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.
    • Supervisory Position: No
    • Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No
    • Travel Required: Not Required

    Duties

    • Under the supervision of the Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO) Site Security Manager (SSM), serves as the Foreign Services National Investigator (FSNI)/Security Investigator for all security related activities associated with the construction of the New Consulate Compound (NCC). 
    • Incumbent works independently and provides security and secretarial services in support of the project including background investigations, screening calls, file maintenances, etc. Incumbent maintains liaison with local police, OBO contractors, Local Guard Force (LGF), security organizations and other security authorities.

    Qualifications and Evaluations
    Education Requirements:

    • Two years of post-secondary education is required. 

    Experience: 

    • Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible security related experience in investigative work with police or private security organization is required.

    Job Knowledge: 

    • Good working knowledge of procedures and policies of the security office with regards to conducting background investigations and determining suitability for employment and access to U.S. government facilities is required. 
    • Good working knowledge of Nigeria's legal system and institutions, criminal law, and international security standards and regulation procedures is required. 
    • Good working knowledge of documentary sources of information is required. 

    Evaluations:

    • This may be tested. Applicant MUST address ALL language proficiency requirement to be considered.  

    Language: 

    • Good working knowledge of writing/speaking/reading English is required.

    Skills and Abilities: 

    • Ability to maintain extensive contacts with officials of various local agencies, as well as ability to exercise initiative and use research skills in obtaining information or evidence is required. 
    • Good computer skills in Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel. 
    • Ability to draft concise reports and letters of inquiry in English is required.  
    • Must have good interpersonal skills and the ability to develop and maintain contacts with officials of various agencies. 
    • Must be able to conduct thorough interviews and evaluate honesty of candidates or employee. 
    • Must hold a valid Nigeria driver's license.

    Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO):  

    • The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

    Qualifications:

    • All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.

    Other Information:

    • For the current COVID-19 Requirements please visit the following link.

    Hiring Preference Selection Process: 

    • Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below.  Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.

    Hiring Preference Order:

    • AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
    • AEFM / USEFM
    • FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **

    * Important

    • Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), Letter from Veterans’ Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability dated within the past six months, equivalent documentation, or certification.  
    • A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. 
    • The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service.  Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given. 
    • ** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.
    • For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link.

    Marketing Statement:

    Salary
    NGN 9,688,215 (USD 43,507) / Annum

    Method of Application

    Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.

     

    Important Information

    • All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public Trust clearance. 
    • To apply for this position click the “APPLY TO THIS VACANCY” button at the top of the page. Click on the “Submit Application” button to complete your application process.  For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.

    Required Documents

    • To qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested degree and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to provide requested information, or the information is insufficient to verify eligibility, may result in disqualification for this position.

    All Applicants:

    • Residency and/or Work Permit
    • Secondary School Certificate/High School Diploma
    • Driver’s License

    Eligible Family Member Applicants:

    • Copy of Sponsor's Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
    • DD-214 - Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
    • SF-50 (if applicable)

    Note

    • Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email. 
    • For further information - the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office.
    • Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Lagos, Nigeria.

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