Position: Security Investigator (Trainee Level)

The Embassy of the United States of America

The U.S. Embassy in Dili is seeking an individual for the position of Security Investigator in its Security Office located at Rua Praia dos Coqueiros – Comoro, Dili, Timor-Leste.

Position: Security Investigator (Trainee Level)



BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION:



Incumbent Briefs and keeps the Regional Security Officer informed on police security and civil, criminal and court procedures of the host country. Trains the FSN (Foreign Service National) security staff in investigative techniques, development of personal interviews, and methods of improving liaison with local authorities. Conducts FSN recertification investigations for all FSN employees and maintains appropriate tracking and administrative files. Trains and assists the Local Guard Force Commander in local guard program management. Maintains and establishes liaison with the local police and provides for liaison continuity during RSO (Regional Security Officer) staff turnover. Is the focal point for police liaison for VIP protection for all VIP visits. In coordination with the RSO, reviews the Ambassador’s schedules to identify specific events and times where police assistance, protective coverage, surveillance detection coverage is appropriate. Personally conducts the most complex investigations generated by the RSO office, Diplomatic Security headquarters, other federal, state and local agencies, and other Embassies. These investigations include, but are not limited to: counter terrorist issues, counter intelligence issues; conflicting source testimony in suitability cases, immigration or consular fraud, passport and visa fraud, theft and pilferage of USG (United State Government) property, allegations of malfeasance, fiscal irregularities, threats, security incidents, break-ins, assaults and robberies. Organizes meetings for RSO, with high-ranking Timorese law enforcement and judicial authorities. Also assists in coordinating ILEA (International Law Enforcement Academy) training for Timorese government representatives.



QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:



1) Completion of secondary school; 2) At least two years of experience in investigations or industrial security field with military office, NGOs, police investigative office or private organizations is required 3 Level III (Good working knowledge) of English and host country language (Tetum) is required); 4) A working knowledge of the Foreign Affairs Manual pertaining to security and the Bureau of Diplomatic Security. A working knowledge of documentary sources of information and familiarity with local laws pertaining to marriage, divorce, adoption, military service, etc. Must be familiar with civil and criminal procedures followed at various levels of civil and criminal courts in the host country and with certain local laws particularly those relating to marriage, divorce, adoption, legitimization, and military service; 5) Ability to maintain extensive contacts with officials of various local agencies. Ability to exercise initiative and resourcefulness in obtaining information or evidence. Ability to train and supervise the work of others and reports in precise English



WHO MAY APPLY: Local nationals or anyone with the required permits and documentation to legally seek employment in Timor-Leste.



HOW TO APPLY: Complete DS-174 (Universal Application for Employment). Application forms and detailed Position Description are available at the US. Embassy Rua Praia dos Coqueiros Dili, Timor-Leste. Applicants may also attach a resume or CV which contains the same information as required in form DS-174.



SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:

Human Resources Office, Attention: Recruitment American Embassy, Rua Praia dos Coqueiros Dili, Timor-Leste

E-mail: DiliHR2@State.gov or Fax: +670-3313206

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CLOSING DATE FOR THE POSITION: December 7, 2010