Opening Date : October 11, 2023
Closing Date : October 15, 2023
Open to : All Interested Applicants/All Sources
Work Schedule : Full-time (40 hours/week)
SALARY : *Ordinarily Resident (OR) : CFA 5,581,411p.a. (Starting Salary)
(Position Grade : FSN-03)

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

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION :

Provides security for Embassy personnel and facilities by conducting access control and visitor screening duties as a member of a local guard program. Prevents unauthorized access ; protect life ; maintain order ; deter criminal attacks against employees ; dependents and property and terrorist acts against all U.S. assets ; and prevent damage to Government property.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED :

1. EDUCATION : Completion of Primary School (CEP) is required.

2. EXPERIENCE : A minimum of 2-year experience in the military or as a police officer, or security guard required.

3. LANGUAGE : French : Good working knowledge is required. English : Rudimentary knowledge is required. This may be tested.

4. SKILLS AND ABILITIES : Ability to understand the security control panel and to operate emergency alarms and the public address system. Ability to use state-of-the-art security and radio communication equipment. Ability to use Automated External Defibrillator. Ability to use fire extinguisher. Ability to use personal protective equipment (i.e., batons, pepper spray, handcuffs, and flexi cuffs, etc.). Ability to walk and/or stand in a wide variety of weather conditions for an extended period of time. Ability to work flexible shift schedules, to include nights, days, weekends, and/or holidays. This may be tested.

5. JOB KNOWLEDGE : Knowledge of the emergency response procedures and notification process, familiarity with state-of-the-art security equipment and processes, awareness of cultural norms and customs required.

HOW TO APPLY : Applicants must complete the following application process to be considered :

• Create an account on the Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA) Website at https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/bfa/vacancysearch/searchVacancies.hms

• Choose Announcement Number Ouaga-2023-035 Guard (Unarmed) and complete the online application.

• Upload any additional documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed above (e.g., degrees, work attestations/certificates, wok permits & SF 50 if applicable) into the Electronic Recruitment Application system.
For more information on how to apply, visit the Mission internet site : https://bf.usembassy.gov/jobs/

Required Documents : Please provide the required documentation listed below with your application :

All Applicants :

• Residency and/or Work Permit (If applicable)
• Completion of Primary School (CEP) is required.
• Copies of Relevant Work attestations and Certificates.
• Other documents

Eligible Family Member Applicants :

• Copy of Sponsor’s Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
• Passport copy
• DD-214 - Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
• SF-50 (if applicable)

What to Expect Next : Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via telephone calls and email.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION : Contact the Human Resources Office at 25 49 53 00.

Note :

• All applications must be for an open/advertised position.
• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY : 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. 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.