Investigator
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The U.S Mission in Niamey, Niger
Niamey, Niger
Vacancy Announcement
U.S. Mission Niamey, Niger
Announcement Number: Niamey -2019-02
Position Title: Investigator
Opening Period: January 23, 2019 – February 5, 2019
Series/Grade: LE 705 – FSN-08
Salary: FCFA 12,247,311 – FCFA 17,146,238 (Annual Basic Salary)
For More Info: Human Resources Office: 20722661 ext. 4479/4015/4144
Mailing Address: BP 11201
E-mail Address: HRONiamey@state.gov
Who May Apply: All Interested Applicants / All Sources
Security Clearance Required: Non Sensitive clearance.
Duration Appointment: Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period.
Marketing Statement: We encourage you to read and understand the information at
https://careers.state.gov/downloads/files/eight-qualities-of-overseas-employees before you apply.
https://careers.state.gov/downloads/files/eight-qualities-of-overseas-employees before you apply.
Summary: The U.S Mission in Niamey, Niger, is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Investigator in the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Office, assisting personnel assigned to the FBI’s Legal Attaché Office.
The work schedule for this position is: Full Time: 40 hours per week.
Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.
Supervisory Position: No
Duties: The position operates as Locally Employed Staff (LE Staff) Investigator who will support Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) personnel assigned to the FBI’s Legal Attaché office in Niamey, Niger. The incumbent is required to deal with some complex matters as they may impact upon the FBI’s mission in Niger. This position is being created to intensify investigative efforts and enhance the cooperative liaison established with host country law enforcement entities through interaction between the FBI’s Legal Attaché Office staff, namely the LE Staff Investigator, and the agency’s official counterparts. This position will serve as a mechanism for catapulting investigative initiatives, improving lead response time and bridging the cultural gaps that exist between agencies. Given the limited language skills of term and Temporary Duty (TDY) personnel, the incumbent will be required to provide critical and constant guidance to Bureau personnel during interactions with host nation personnel.
Qualifications and Evaluations
EDUCATION: Completion of High School or host country equivalent is required.
Requirements:
EXPERIENCE: 3 years’ prior investigative experience with U.S. or Nigerien Law Enforcement, Military, or Security Agencies is required.
JOB KNOWLEDGE: A working knowledge of the Nigerien criminal justice system. Knowledge of the country of Niger and surrounding regions. Knowledge on how the Nigerien Ministry of Justice and Ministry of Interior function. Knowledge of FBI procedures and policies; knowledge of how the U.S. Embassy functions; and how the Legal Office functions operationally and administratively is a plus.
Evaluations:
LANGUAGE: Level III (Good Working Knowledge) Speaking/Reading/Writing English and Level IV (Fluent) French is required. Level IV (Fluent) Speaking Hausa and/or Zarma. English will be tested.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to maintain extensive contacts with members of the American and Nigerien Governments. Ability to exercise initiative and resourcefulness in obtaining information and evidence. The individual must be able to conduct liaison/investigations and provide guidance to U.S. and Nigerien personnel. Must have the ability to draft reports in the English language and have typing and computer skills. Computer skills must include Microsoft Word. Must have the ability to safely operate motor vehicles. Must possess a valid local driver’s license. In addition, the individual must be in excellent physical condition in order to travel throughout the country. Must represent the FBI in a highly professional manner, to include behavior, speech, and dress. Computer will be tested.
Qualifications: All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.
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.
Benefits: Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Niamey, Niger 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*
(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”), 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: https://careers.state.gov/downloads/files/definitions-for-va
How to Apply: All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a non-sensitive clearance. Applicants must submit a Universal Application for Employment (DS-174) which is available on HR/OE Intranet Site.
To apply for this position, applicants should electronically send their applications through HRONiamey@state.gov or send via mail: attention to Human Resources Office, American Embassy BP 11201, Niamey, Niger. Submit the documents listed below:
Required Documents: Please provide the required documentation listed below with your application:
DS-174: can be found on https://ne.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/
Copy of Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
Residency and/or Work Permit
Passport copy
Degree (not transcript)
Degree with transcript
Language Scores (if available)
Driver’s License
Certificate or License
DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting
documentation (if applicable)
SF-50 (if applicable)
Letter(s) of recommendation
List of references
USAID only – List of 3 references
USAID only – Current resume addressing requirements of position (no more than 3 pages)
Other
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 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 Niamey, Niger.