Current Job at U.S Embassy for Surveillance Detection Guard

The U.S Embassy in Abuja is seeking to employ suitable and qualified candidates for the position of Surveillance Detection Guard in Regional Security Office.

Job Title: Surveillance Detection Guard – FSN-04

Job Location: Abuja

Basic function of the position:
Provides security for USG facilities, employees and family member by performing procedures to detect, recognize and report surveillance directed against USG facilities and/or personnel and provides support directly, or by calling for assistance and takes action to prevent injury or death of personnel and destruction of property. Works as a mobile patrol officer when directed by the supervisory security personnel.


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.

• A minimum of two (2) years of Military, Police or other Security experience is required. One year of experience on position, which involved intensive vehicle driving in an urban area is required.
• Level III Speaking/Writing/Reading in English is required
• Level IV (fluent) in local Nigerian Language 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 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–N1,643,957 p.a. (Starting basic salary)
• Position Grade: FSN-04
• In addition to the basic salary, all allowances will be paid in accordance with the Mission Local Compensation Plan.

Mode 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.

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