Announcement Number:
Amman-2022-028
Hiring Agency:
Embassy Amman
Position Title:
Chauffeur/Expeditor (All Interested Applicants / All Sources)
Open Period:
06/13/2022 - 06/27/2022Format MM/DD/YYYY
Vacancy Time Zone:
GMT+2
Series/Grade:
LE - 1015 4
Salary:
JOD JD10,218
Work Schedule:
Full-time -
Promotion Potential:
LE-4
Duty Location(s):
1
in
Amman, JO
Telework Eligible:
No
For More Info:
HR Section
000-000-0000
ammanemployment@state.gov
Overview
Hiring Path:
• Open to the public
Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
For USEFM - FP is AA. Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C.
• 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 (48 number of hours per week)
Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (4 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
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Duties
Operate passenger vehicles (armored vehicles) to transport VIP visitors, officials, temporary and permanent staff within Amman city and other parts of Jordan as necessary. Inspect vehicles daily to search for suspicious objects, maintain and clean vehicle and keep a record of trip made and mileage. The incumbent keeps all official vehicles in a clean and serviceable condition, and maintains trip logs and other records. Work on rotational basis as required and respond to call for duty 24 hours/7 days a week.
Per the Department of State Motor Vehicle Safety Management Program for Overseas Posts, Revision 3:6/2016, Chauffeurs must be at least 25 years of age or older.
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Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
EXPERIENCE:
Two years of professional Driver/Chauffeur experience, delivery, or general work experience in which driving was a primary function of the official duties and responsibilities with no accident history is required.
JOB KNOWLEDGE: Thorough knowledge of streets, locations and local traffic patterns within Amman and Jordan. Solid understanding of local driving/traffic laws and regulations. General knowledge of expediting duties to clear VIPs and good through airports and other crossings is required. Must have sufficient knowledge of motor vehicle mechanics to be able to change tires, check oil and water, and replace minor parts. Must have knowledge of safe driving procedures for the Embassy and knowledge of driving rules and regulations for Jordan.
Education Requirements:
Completion of High School is required.
Supporting documents (i.e. education certificate) must be included in the application for eligibility purposes.
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Evaluations:
LANGUAGE:
English :(limited knowledge) of written and spoken English is required, This may be tested.
Arabic: (good working knowledge) of written and spoken Arabic is required.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Must have a valid Category "4" Jordanian driving license. Must have ability to carry luggage and equipment (up to 30 Kg) ability to stand for periods in excess of 30 minutes. Must have excellent health, hearing and vision to meet the Department of Transportation standards. Ability to work fixable hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays is required. Sufficient computer familiarity in order to use Email, and enter data into a spreadsheet is required. Must have excellent customer service 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:
All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.
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Benefits and Other Info
Benefits:
Agency Benefits:
Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Amman, Jordan will receive a in addition to their basic salary the following:
- Local Social Security if Jordanian citizen
- US Social Security if US citizen
- Provident fund
- Severance pay
- Medical and life insurance
- 13th and 14th months Bonuses
- Annual Leave
- Special Immigrant Visa to the US. (Not an entitlement)
- Training opportunities.
- Premium pay to include overtime, night differential, Friday differential.
- Within-Grade Increase
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:
For the current COVID-19 Requirements please visit the following.
HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.
HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:
1. AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
2. AEFM / USEFM
3. 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.
** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.
For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link.
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How to Apply
How to Apply:
All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a security and medical clearance.
To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button. For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site https://jo.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/.
Required Documents:
To qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested degree and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to provide requested information, or the information is insufficient to verify eligibility, may result in disqualification for this position.
All Applicants:
• ID /Residency and/or Work Permit
• Education Certificate
• Valid Type 4 Driver’s License
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)
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.
Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Amman.
Please make sure you enter all your work experience and education through the ERA Application. Attached Curriculum files will not be considered.
For positions that require English Level, applications MUST be submitted in English.
