LGF Administrative Clerk at the U.S. Consulate General in Adana.

About

Overview

Hiring Path:

• Open to the public

Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:

•    All Interested Applicants / All Sources

Security Clearance Required:

Public Trust – Background Investigation

Appointment Type

Permanent

Appointment Type Details:

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 work schedule for this position is: Full Time (42 hours per week)

Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (4-6 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

Under the direction of the Local Guard Force (LGF) Commander, the LGF Administrator supports all LGF management operations. Incumbent manages shift schedules and time & attendance reporting for all Adana Regional Security Office (RSO) Locally Employed Staff (LES) (over 80) or Adana LGF employees on TDY in other locations such as Ankara, Antalya, Izmir, Gaziantep, or Istanbul. Other major duties include procurement of all RSO supplies, equipment, and uniforms, travel coordination for all RSO staff (specifically the Bodyguards (BGs) assigned to travel with the Principal Officer (PO)), and administering the Guard Electronic Monitoring System (GEMS). Incumbent also maintains LGF Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and other internal documents and policies, conducts quality control inspections to ensure LGF staff are maintaining proper administrative procedures and records. Incumbent also provides regional administrative support and training to newly hired LGF personnel at Mission Turkey’s other Posts (Istanbul, Gaziantep, Ankara, and Izmir) when required, and providing oversight and/or assistance to EBO Gaziantep LGF, ensuring adherence to local labor laws and Department and Post policies..

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE:  A minimum one year of combined experience working in a military, police, or security related field is required, or one year of administrative duties with a security provider (commercial or government).

JOB KNOWLEDGE:  Must have working knowledge of computer software programs and be familiar with Excel and Word based computer programs. Needs to have basic knowledge of security methods.

Education Requirements:

• • High School or Secondary School diploma is required.

Evaluations:

LANGUAGE: Level 4 English and Turkish are required. Must be able to translate between English and Turkish.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Must be able to successfully prepare and manage the duty schedules for up to 80 employees required to work 24-hour shifts on a rotating basis. Must be available to work on evenings, weekends, early mornings, U.S. and Turkish holidays, as needed.

 

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.

All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a security clearance.

To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button.  For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.

Required Documents:

Please provide the required documentation listed below with your application:

• • Copy of Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)

• • Residency and/or Work Permit

• • Copy of ID (Proof of Citizenship) (REQUIRED)

• • Copy of Diploma (REQUIRED)

• • Driver’s License

• • Military Document (for male applicants only) (REQUIRED)

• • Certificate or License

• • 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.

HOW TO APPLY

• To apply please follow this link https://vacanciesinturkey.com/jobs
• To help us track our recruitment effort, please indicate in your cover/motivation letter  where (vacanciesinturkey.com) you saw this job posting.

Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Adana.