Job Title : Administrative Clerk (Staff support to front office - Open to USEFMs only)Location : Tijdelijk thuiswerken in Den HaagCompany : U.S. Embassy The HagueSalary : Open Date : 2023-02-09Close Date : 2023-06-09
About
Announcement Number:
THEHAGUE-2023-005
Hiring Agency:
Embassy The Hague
Position Title:
Administrative Clerk (Staff support to front office - Open to USEFMs only)
Open Period:
02/09/2023 - 02/16/2023Format MM/DD/YYYY
Vacancy Time Zone:
GMT+1
Series/Grade:
FP - 0105 8
Salary:
USD $36,195
Work Schedule:
Full-time - Full Time - Monday - Friday, 8:15AM - 5:00PM
Promotion Potential:
FP-8
Duty Location(s):
1
in
The Hague, NL
Telework Eligible:
No
For More Info:
Laurie or Tessa
+31-70-310-2228
Overview
Hiring Path:
- Open to the public
Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
For USEFM - FP is 08. Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C.
Open to: U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) - All Agencies
Security Clearance Required:
Top Secret Clearance
Appointment Type
Temporary
Appointment Type Details:
Definite not to Exceed 5 years
Marketing Statement:
We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.
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 (8 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
This position serves as Staff Assistant to the Ambassador, and front office. The incumbent reports to the Deputy Chief of Mission (DCM) and serves as liaison between the front office and other sections/agencies. The primary responsibility of the staff assistant is to ensure that the Ambassador and DCM/Chargé d'Affaires (CDA) are prepared for appointments, meetings, and events by tracking the flow of paper and soliciting supporting documents, briefing materials, talking points, and remarks.
Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
EXPERIENCE: At least two years of administrative work experience in an office setting.
Education Requirements:
High school diploma required.
Evaluations:
LANGUAGE: Fluent speaking/reading/writing in English is required. This may be tested.
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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.
Benefits and Other Info
Benefits:
Agency Benefits:
For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office. For USEFMs hired on a Family Member Appointment, the base salary mentioned above will be supplemented with 21.66% Overseas Comparability Pay.
The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.
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:
1. AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
2. AEFM / USEFM
3. FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **
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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.
How to Apply
How to Apply:
All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Top Secret clearance.
The US Mission to The Netherlands values a workforce of different backgrounds, cultures, and viewpoints. We strive to create a welcoming environment for all and we invite applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button.
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.
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All Applicants:*
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Passport copy
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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)
Next Steps:
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 The Netherlands.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: €8.00 per hour