Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, June 08, 2021 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Position Title: MSG Chauffeur (All Interested Applicants / All Sources)
Vacancy Time Zone: GMT+2
Series/Grade: LE – 1015 4
Salary: ZMW ZK123,840.03
Work Schedule: Full-time –
Promotion Potential: LE-4
Duty Location(s): 2 in Lusaka, ZA
For More Info: HR Section, 260-211-357000, HR_Lusaka@state.gov
Hiring Path:
• Open to the public
Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
For USEFM -FS is FP-BB. 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:

o Full Time (44 hours per week)
Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (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:
75% or less
Chauffeur will be required to make out of town trips for State and/or other agency personnel.
Duties
Incumbent operates motor vehicle dedicated to the Marine Security Guard Detachment and transportation within the Lusaka area and around Zambia. This is one of four chauffeur positions in the GSO motor pool that provides 24/7 support to the MSG Detachment. Daily supervision is provided by the MSG Detachment Commander. Operates a passenger motor vehicle, light truck or any other vehicle in accordance with dispatcher’s instructions to transport Embassy personnel, official visitors, maintenance equipment and cargo within Lusaka or around Zambia. Drives in a safe manner following local traffic laws and regulations. May work different shifts, such as driving marines or duty driver

Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
EXPERIENCE: Two years chauffeuring/driving experience is required.
JOB KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of city locations is essential. Must be familiar with local traffic laws and area’s traffic patterns. Must know and practice defensive and detective driving. Must be able to drive on highways and display a good knowledge of city locations.
Must have some knowledge of vehicle maintenance.
Education Requirements:
Completion of high school education is required.
Evaluations:
LANGUAGE: English level III (Good Working Knowledge) Reading/Writing/Speaking is required. This may be tested. Nyanja level III (Good Working Knowledge) Reading/Writing/Speaking is required.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Must have valid Class C driver’s license. Must have effective personal and communication skills, and be customer oriented.
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.
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 Lusaka, Zambia may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.
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 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*

1. AEFM / USEFM

1. 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”), 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.

Education Requirement: No Requirements

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

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Job application procedure
All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Background Investigation 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:
o Driver’s License (Class C)
o High School Diploma (Grade 12 Certificate)
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 Lusaka, Zambia.
To apply for this job please visit erajobs.state.gov.

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