Security Investigator At The U.S. Consulate In Lagos

SALARY: OR–Ordinarily Resident–N3, 810,106 p.a.(Starting basic salary) <P>Position Grade: FSN-08</P><P>In addition to the basic salary, all allowances will be paid</P><P>in accordance with the Mission Local Compensation Plan.</P><P>NOR - Not Ordinarily Resident – AEFM - US$45,185</P><P>EFM/MOH – US$38,779 (Starting Salary) p.a.</P><P>Position Grade: FP-06</P><P>NOTE: ALL NOT ORDINARILY RESIDENT APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE</P><P>REQUIRED WORK AND RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR</P><P>CONSIDERATION. A U.S. CITIZEN EFM DOES NOT HAVE TO BE</P><P>RESIDING IN COUNTRY TO BE CONSIDERED, BUT THE SPONSORING</P><P>OFFICER UNDER CHIEF OF MISSION (COM) AUTHORITY DOES HAVE TO</P><P>BE ASSIGNED OFFICIALLY TO POST.</P><P>The U.S. Consulate in Lagos is seeking to employ a suitable and qualified candidate for</P><P>the position of Security Investigator in the Regional Security Office (RSO).</P><P>BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION:</P><P>The incumbent assist the Senior FSN Investigator in conducting background</P><P>investigations of employees and contractors; assist with special investigations maintains</P><P>police liaison; performs security functions as assigned. Conducts pre-employment and</P><P>recertification security and suitability investigations for all employees and contractors of</P><P>the U.S. Consulate in Lagos as assigned by the Senior FSN Investigator. All</P><P>discrepancies and/or allegations of misconduct resulting from these investigations must</P><P>be satisfactorily resolved prior to employment of the individual. Conducts other</P><P>investigations as assigned by the senior FSNI or RSO.</P><P>To obtain a copy of this announcement please visit our Mission website at:</P><P>http://nigeria.usembassy.gov/hr_office.html</P><P>POSITION REQUIREMENTS:</P><P>NOTE: All applicants MUST address each selection criterion detailed below with</P><P>specific and comprehensive information supporting each criterion or the application will</P><P>not be considered.</P><P>1. Completion of two to three years of University or College studies in the field of</P><P>social sciences or Law is required.</P><P>2. Minimum of one (1) year of progressively responsible experience in investigative</P><P>work with a military, police or private organization is required.</P><P>3. Level III (Good Working Knowledge) Speaking/Reading/Writing in English is</P><P>required.</P><P>Level III (Good working knowledge) Speaking/Reading/Writing in Hausa, Igbo</P><P>or Yoruba language is required.</P><P>4. Must have knowledge of the principles and techniques of investigation.</P><P>5. Must possess ability to maintain extensive contacts with officials of various local</P><P>agencies including the Police.</P><P>SELECTION PROCESS</P><P>When fully qualified, U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and U.S.</P><P>Veterans are given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate specifically</P><P>address the required qualifications above in the application.</P><P>ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA</P><P>1. Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status</P><P>in determining successful candidacy.</P><P>2. Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.</P><P>3. Current Ordinarily Resident employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs</P><P>Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance Report</P><P>are not eligible to apply.</P><P>4. Currently employed U.S. Citizen EFMs who hold a Family Member Appointment</P><P>(FMA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar</P><P>days of their employment.</P><P>5. Currently employed NORs hired under a Personal Services Agreement (PSA) are</P><P>ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their</P><P>employment unless currently hired into a position with a When Actually Employed</P><P>(WAE) work schedule.</P><P>HOW TO APPLY</P><P>Interested applicants for this position MUST submit the following, or the application</P><P>will not be considered:</P><P>1. Application for US Federal Employment (DS-174); or a current resume or</P><P>curriculum vitae that provides the same information as a DS-174; plus.</P><P>2. Candidates who claim US Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form</P><P>DD-214 with their application.</P><P>3. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned)</P><P>that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.</P><P>4. A type-written and signed application letter specifically applying for this</P><P>position, and addressing the minimum requirements as advertised. Please</P><P>reference the job title and announcement number on the application letter.</P><P>SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:</P><P>Embassy of the United States of America</P><P>Human Resources Office</P><P>Plot 1075 Diplomatic Drive</P><P>Central District Area</P><P>Abuja.</P><P>Or submit to HRNigeria@state.gov</P><P>POINT OF CONTACT:</P><P>Tel: 09-461-4000 Ext 4261</P><P>Fax: 09-461-4036</P>

Security Investigator At The U.S. Consulate In Lagos

SALARY: OR–Ordinarily Resident–N3, 810,106 p.a.(Starting basic salary) Position Grade: FSN-08 In addition to the basic salary, all allowanc...

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