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Overview
Hiring Path: Open to the Public
Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
- For USEFM – FP is 08. 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 following successful completion of the probationary period.
Marketing Statement: We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.
Summary
The U.S. Mission in Addis Ababa/Ethiopia is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Carpenter Supervisor. The work schedule for this position is Full Time (44 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
Duties
Under the supervision of the Residential Maintenance Supervisor, the incumbent performs supervisory duties in and on U.S. Embassy controlled facilities. Incumbent supervises 9 (nine) Carpenters who work on Carpentry projects in chancery and leased residences under the control of the Embassy. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring the quality of work performed by the team, inspecting facilities for carpentry-related issues and observing contractor work for reporting back to the FAC office. The incumbent also performs journeyman carpentry work. Incumbent serves as an incidental operator of official vehicles and meets all requirements outlined in 14 FAM 433.
EXPERIENCE: A minimum of (3) three years of work experience in a maintenance field, such as carpentry, or a related discipline, with a focus on work experience in the carpentry field is required. In addition, the incumbent must have at least one year of supervisory experience.
EDUCATION: Completion of Secondary School and two (2) years technical school with certification as a journeyman Carpenter are required.
LANGUAGE: Level 3 (Good Working Knowledge) Speaking/Reading/Writing Amharic is required. (This may be tested)
Skills and Abilities: Must be able to use Microsoft Word and Outlook to prepare emails, EPRs and other documents. The incumbent will be a skilled troubleshooter well versed in the operation and usage of the required tools and equipment needed to perform the duties. Basic arithmetic skills required for determining the correct dimensions, sizes, and angles when performing carpentry work. Must be able to lift 60 lbs items. The incumbent should have ability as a resourceful technician capable of keeping equipment and systems operational under adverse conditions. The incumbent must be able to work through others by delegating and following up for proper supervision of those personnel working on the supervised team. The incumbent must be able to communicate clearly with residents, other employees, and supervisors as well as work in sometimes stressful situations to complete tasks. Must have a valid and current Class 2 driver’s license. Must have had a valid driver’s license for a minimum of five (5) years. (These may be tested)
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 Addis Ababa/Ethiopia 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.
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. 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
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.
How to apply
In order to qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested completion of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. If you fail to provide requested information, or the information you submit is insufficient to verify your eligibility, you will not be considered for this position.
- Copy of Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
- Residency and/or Work Permit
- Passport copy
- Work experience (required)
- Completion of secondary school (required)
- Driving license (required)
- DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
- SF-50 (if applicable)
Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email or phone.
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.