Residential Security Coordinator - American Embassy

ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.

The US Embassy is seeking an individual for the position of Residential Security Coordinator in the Regional Security Office (RSO).

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION

Incumbent is the focal point for the residential security program and is responsible for developing the residential security plan, conducting residential security surveys, and ensuring official residences are in compliance with Overseas Security Policy Board (OSPB) standards; for management of the residential security program; for coordinating residential security maintenance and repair of residential security equipment; and assisting with the development of residential security logistical and financial plans.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The RSC is responsible for conducting residential security surveys and ensuring that Residences meet OSPB standards as articulated in the Residential Security plan.

25%

The incumbent provides oversight of approximately 78 residential properties and a residential Security program budget of $55,000.

25%

The incumbent assists the RSO and Defense Security Coordinator (DSC) in reviewing prospective logistical support contracts for the residential security program, and participates in Technical Review Panels for residential alarm installation, maintenance and repair contracts.

20%

The RSC provides comprehensive management advice to the RSO, Post Security Officer (PSO) and the Defense Security Coordinator (DSC) on the operational, contractual, and financial aspects of the residential security program under their area of responsibility.

10%

The incumbent assists the RSO and the Defense Security Coordinator (DSC) with the formulation of the annual residential security program budget, provides justification statements, and drafts official cables for RSO/PSO approval; assists with monitoring the residential security portion of budget execution and recommends changes to budget plans and/ or programs based on spending patterns, changes to local economic conditions (high inflation, exchange rate fluctuation) affecting prices of goods and services, funding level changes, etc.

10%

The incumbent will be familiar with Diplomatic Security’s program guidance (12 FAH 8), the Departments budget process and allotment tracking tools, contracting officer representative rules and limitations (6 FAH 2), host country labor law, post labor regulation, procedures and practices, Department of State labor management regulations, and other procedures and policies as directed by A/OPE, AQM and/or DS/IP/OPO/FPD.

5%

The incumbent can serve as the Acting DSC and Local Guard Coordinator when required.

5%

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.

1. Education: Diploma in Electrical Engineering is required.





2. Prior experience: Minimum three years experience in electrical and electronic equipment is required.





3. Language proficiency: Level III in English (good working knowledge) and Level IV (fluent) in Kiswahili (writing, reading and speaking) is required.





4. Knowledge: A strong knowledge in physical protection, standard security practices and procedures, developing security plans, and good working knowledge of standard security equipment as it pertains to residential security. Contract management, budget formulation and tracking, and a thorough knowledge of host-country operational environment, language, law and security entities, and historic criminal and terrorist threats and operational tendencies are required.





5. Skills and Abilities: The work requires keen analytical abilities, originality of ideas, creative solutions, and the exercise of sound, independent judgment, must be able to make independent judgments on institutional capabilities and the adequacy of security systems and controls. Writing skills encompass critical analysis of defensive operations, the preparation of complex reports and plans, preparing written justification statements for the residential security program budgets, drafting requests for work order requests or services and answering and preparing guidance about program performance, funding, or other issues. Must be able to collect and present facts and recommendations in a clear, concise manner. Computer skills are required.

SELECTION PROCESS

When fully qualified, US Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and US 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.

TO APPLY

Interested candidates for this position must submit the following for consideration of the application:

1. Universal Application for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174); or




2. A combination of both; i.e. Sections 1 -24 of the UAE along with a listing of the applicant’s work experience attached as a separate sheet; or




3. A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information found on the UAE (see section 3A below for more information); plus




4. Candidates who claim US Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application. Candidates who claim conditional US Veterans preference must submit documentation confirming eligibility for a conditional preference in hiring with their application.




5. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.

If an applicant is submitting a resume or curriculum vitae, s/he must provide the following information equal to what is found on the UAE.

Failure to do so will result in an incomplete application.

A. Position Title
B. Position Grade
C. Vacancy Announcement Number (if known)
D. Dates Available for Work
E. First, Middle, & Last Names as well as any other names used
F. Date and Place of Birth
G. Current Address, Day, Evening, and Cell phone numbers
H. U.S. Citizenship Status (Yes or No) & status of permanent U.S. Resident (Yes or No; if yes, provide number)
I. U.S. Social Security Number and/or Identification Number
J. Eligibility to work in the country (Yes or No)
K. Special Accommodations the Mission needs to provide
L. If applying for position that includes driving a U.S. Government vehicle, Driver’s License Class / Type
M. Days available to work
N. List any relatives or members of your household that work for the U.S. Government (include their Name, Relationship, & Agency, Position, Location)
O. U.S. Eligible Family Member and Veterans Hiring Preference
P. Education
Q. License, Skills, Training, Membership, & Recognition
R. Language Skills
S. Work Experience
T. References

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO

American Embassy
Human Resources Office
P.O. Box 9123
Dar es Salaam

POINT OF CONTACT

Telephone: 229 4000 , Ext: 4137/4148/4233/4024
Fax: 2294726 or 2294970

The US Mission in Tanzania 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. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs.

The EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.

Only the shortlisted Candidates will be contacted

CLOSING DATE OF THE POSITION: TBA