Driver / Chauffeur US Embassy

US$ 5,676 – 8,220 USD / year

Security Clearance Required: Local Security Certification. Duration Appointment: Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period Marketing Statement: We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply. Summary: The U.S. Embassy in Dili, Timor-Leste is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Chauffeur. 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 of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end. Reporting Structure: The incumbent operates safely and efficiently an unarmored U.S. Government-owed or leased motor vehicle to transport passengers and/ or cargo. Work as messenger as directed. Qualifications and Evaluations EDUCATION: Completion of high school education is required. Requirements: EXPERIENCE: At least three years of professional driving experience is required. Evaluations: LANGUAGE: Tetum Level 3 good working knowledge speaking/reading/writing (this may be tested) English Level 2 limited knowledge in speaking/reading/writing (this may be tested) Qualifications: All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO): The U.S. Embassy 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. Other information: 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: (1) AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran* (2) AEFM / USEFM (3) 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”), 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 reemployment 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:

https://careers.state.gov/downloads/files/definitions-for-va. How to Apply: All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a local security clearance. Applicants must submit a Universal Application for Employment (DS-174) which is available on Embassy Internet Site. To apply for this position, applicants should electronically submit the documents listed below. Required Documents: Please provide the required documentation listed below with your application: • DS-174 (Application Form) • Certificate/Diploma • Driver License What to Expect Next: 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. Embassy in Dili, TimorLeste

For More Info: Human Resources Office at [email protected]