Consular Associate - Vancouver, Canada - US Embassy and Consulates in Canada
Description
Hiring Path:
- Open to the public
Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
For USEFM FP-0- Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C.
- U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs)
- All Agencies
Security Clearance Required:
Secret/Confidential Clearance
Appointment Type
Permanent
Appointment Type Details:
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)
Supervisory Position:
No
Relocation Expenses Reimbursed:
No
Travel Required:
Not Required
Duties:
Basic function:
Under the direct supervision of the American Citizen Services Chief, the Consular Associate is assigned a wide range of responsibilities in the American Citizen Services (ACS) Unit, Nonimmigrant Visa (NIV) Unit, and Fraud Prevention Unit (FPU).
The jobholder provides consular services to U.S. citizens, conducts non-adjudicatory visa processing, and assists in investigation and validation studies. Incumbent also handles correspondence with the public, attorneys, U.S. and host governments, Congress, and other parties. Must be able to secure and maintain a Secret level security clearance.Qualifications and Evaluations:
- Requirements:
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of three years of office administrative experience is required with at least one year of consular experience. Or,
Two years of office administration (FP-07 (Training Level)). Or
One year of office administration (FP-08 (Training Level)).
JOB KNOWLEDGE:
General understanding of U.S. policies related to consular and visa operations.
- Education Requirements:
- Evaluations:
LANGUAGE:
Level IV (Fluent) Speaking/Reading/Writing of English is required. This may be tested.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Must be able to input data in consular systems with minimum errors, and spot and correct errors made by others (applicants and fellow staff).
- Demonstrated skills in MS Office Suite and general computer skills including information and database management.
- Organizational skills, including task management and filing skills; communication skills including writing skills appropriate for drafting official correspondence and reports.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DOS Secret Security clearance.
- Tact and good judgment in dealing with the public, often under difficult and sensitive circumstances.
- Good interpersonal skills.
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:
Benefits and Other Info:
- Benefits:
- Agency Benefits:
"The US Missions offer competitive salary, robust benefits, professional development and celebration of American and Canadian holidays."
For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.
The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.
- Other Information:
HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:
- AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*AEFM / USEFM
- 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"), 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.
How to Apply:
- How to Apply:
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