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Thursday, March 6, 2014

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 allowances will be paid

in accordance with the Mission Local Compensation Plan.

NOR - Not Ordinarily Resident – AEFM - US$45,185

EFM/MOH – US$38,779 (Starting Salary) p.a.



Position Grade: FP-06

NOTE: ALL NOT ORDINARILY RESIDENT APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE

REQUIRED WORK AND RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR

CONSIDERATION. A U.S. CITIZEN EFM DOES NOT HAVE TO BE

RESIDING IN COUNTRY TO BE CONSIDERED, BUT THE SPONSORING

OFFICER UNDER CHIEF OF MISSION (COM) AUTHORITY DOES HAVE TO

BE ASSIGNED OFFICIALLY TO POST.

The U.S. Consulate in Lagos is seeking to employ a suitable and qualified candidate for

the position of Security Investigator in the Regional Security Office (RSO).

BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION:

The incumbent assist the Senior FSN Investigator in conducting background

investigations of employees and contractors; assist with special investigations maintains

police liaison; performs security functions as assigned. Conducts pre-employment and

recertification security and suitability investigations for all employees and contractors of

the U.S. Consulate in Lagos as assigned by the Senior FSN Investigator. All

discrepancies and/or allegations of misconduct resulting from these investigations must

be satisfactorily resolved prior to employment of the individual. Conducts other

investigations as assigned by the senior FSNI or RSO.

To obtain a copy of this announcement please visit our Mission website at:

http://nigeria.usembassy.gov/hr_office.html

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.

1. Completion of two to three years of University or College studies in the field of

social sciences or Law is required.

2. Minimum of one (1) year of progressively responsible experience in investigative

work with a military, police or private organization is required.

3. Level III (Good Working Knowledge) Speaking/Reading/Writing in English is

required.

Level III (Good working knowledge) Speaking/Reading/Writing in Hausa, Igbo

or Yoruba language is required.

4. Must have knowledge of the principles and techniques of investigation.

5. Must possess ability to maintain extensive contacts with officials of various local

agencies including the Police.

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

1. Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status

in determining successful candidacy.

2. Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. 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.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants for this position MUST submit the following, or the application

will not be considered:

1. Application for US Federal Employment (DS-174); or a current resume or

curriculum vitae that provides the same information as a DS-174; plus.

2. Candidates who claim US Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form

DD-214 with their application.

3. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned)

that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.

4. 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.

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:

Embassy of the United States of America

Human Resources Office

Plot 1075 Diplomatic Drive

Central District Area

Abuja.

Or submit to HRNigeria@state.gov

POINT OF CONTACT:

Tel: 09-461-4000 Ext 4261

Fax: 09-461-4036



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