Vaga: Local Guard Force

The U.S. Embassy in Dili

Vacancy Announcement

The U.S. Embassy in Dili is seeking an individual for the position of Local Guard Force in its Regional Security office located at Rua Praia dos Coqueiros, Dili, Timor-Leste.
POSITION: Local Guard Force

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION:

The incumbent will be working under the direct supervision of the Regional Security Office to perform basic guard duties for the protection of US Government property, facilities and US Government employee residences. This position has the responsibilities of inspecting vehicles and visitors entering U.S. for contraband, weapon and explosives and other prohibited items, maintain vigilance for suspicious person or other suspicious activity that might cause harm to U. S. Government property and employees, perform access control duties as outlined in the Post Guar Order, Screen visitors at all access point to U.S. Government facilities, Perform Residential Security Protective duties as assigned, Perform emergency actions to secure and protect U.S. facilities as required by the situation and perform other local guard duties as outlined in the Post Guard Order.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
1) Completion of Secondary School is required;
2) Minimum 2 years in enforcement or security fields is desired;
3) Must be able to read and write either English or Bahasa Indonesia at the secondary school level and Tetum as well;
4) A working knowledge of security principles and security practices desirable;
5) Must be able to understand basic security concepts and ideas.

WHO MAY APPLY:
Timor-Leste citizens or individuals with the required permits and documentation to legally seek employment in Timor-Leste.

HOW TO APPLY:
Complete DS-174 (Universal Application for Employment). Application forms and detailed Position Description are available at the U.S. Embassy, Rua Praia dos Coqueiros, Dili, Timor-Leste. Applicants may also attach a resume or CV that contains the same information as required in form DS-174.

An attractive salary and fringe benefits package will be commensurate with candidate’s qualifications and experience.
SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:
Human Resources Office, Attention: Recruitment American Embassy, Rua Praia dos Coqueiros, Dili, Timor-Leste
E-mail: DiliHR2@state.gov or Fax: +670-3324684
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CLOSING DATE FOR THE POSITION: January 23, 2012