Residential Security Alarm Technician

by U.S. Embassy

in Residential Security Alarm Technician
Full Time
Sierra Leone, Freetown
December 13, 2024

Job Overview

  • Date Posted
    December 13, 2024
  • Location
    Sierra Leone, Freetown
  • Expiration date
    December 27, 2024
  • Experience
    3 Years
  • Qualification
    Certificate, Bachelor Degree
  • Organization
    US EMBASSY
  • Required Languages
    English, Krio

Job Description

 

About

Announcement Number:
FREETOWN-2024-026
Hiring Agency:
Embassy Freetown
Position Title:
Residential Security Alarm Technician (All Interested Applicants/All Sources)
Open Period:
12/13/2024 – 12/27/2024Format MM/DD/YYYY
Vacancy Time Zone:
GMT
Series/Grade:
LE – 0701 7
Salary:
SLL Le75,534 /Per Year
Work Schedule:
Full-time – Monday to Thursday 08:00 – 17:15 Friday 08:00 – 13:00
Promotion Potential:
LE-7
Duty Location(s):
1
in
Freetown, SL
Telework Eligible:
No
For More Info:
 HR Section
+232 (0) 99 105 500
HRFreetown@state.gov

Overview

Hiring Path:
• Open to the public
Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
This position is open to:
•  All Interested Applicants / All Sources

For USEFM – FP grade is 07.  Actual FP salary authorized by Washington D.C.

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 review the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.

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.

Summary:
The U.S. Mission in Sierra Leone is seeking eligible and qualified applicants to fill the position of Residential Security Alarm technician in the Regional Security office (RSO).
Supervisory Position:
No
Relocation Expenses Reimbursed:
No
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Duties

 

Incumbent reports to the Residential Security Coordinator and is part of the Regional Security Office. Technician independently installs, repairs, and maintains all residential security related equipment at 35+ United State Government (USG) owned/leased residential properties. Conducts security surveys and maintains databases of residential security equipment. Serves as point of contact with the General Services Office (GSO) housing section, residents, landlords, and contractors regarding installation and maintenance of RSO security equipment and provides recommendations on ordering needs. Incumbent serves as an incidental operator of official vehicles. Installs, maintains and repairs residential security equipment to include but not limited to alarm systems, locks, deadbolts, exterior security lighting, peep holes, substantial doors, perimeter barriers, anti-climb apparatus and window grills. Maintains accurate computer inventory records and conducts surveys on existing and prospective residences.

 

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Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:
 

All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a:

    • security certificate
    • a valid National Identification Card

Selected candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time Five Weeks upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Education Requirements:
Completion of High School and at least one year of occupational training in any building trade is required.

 

Evaluations:
You will be evaluated against the qualifications and requirements in this vacancy announcement.
You may be asked to complete a pre-employment language or skills test.
You must complete the application form and provide the required documents.  Your application must address all the position qualifications and requirements including education, experience, language, and any knowledge/skills/abilities listed.  If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.
Qualifications:
Experience:

A combined minimum of 3 years’ experience in any of the following fields of work: installing alarm systems, electrical device repairs, general repair services at a commercial building, or mechanical/electrical system installations is required.

Language: 

Good Working Knowledge in speaking/reading/writing English is required. This may be tested.

 

Job Knowledge:

Good knowledge of verbal and written instructions from supervisor, equipment and user manuals. Job holder must have a good knowledge of where to procure goods and services in the country. Must have knowledge of maintenance and repair of alarm systems, electrical devices, and mechanical/electrical system installations in accordance with US and host country regulations. Job holder is expected to have an in-depth knowledge of various activities as it pertains to his/her work area. Incumbent must be well-versed in residential security concepts including perimeters alarm systems and security grills.

Skills And Abilities:

Must be able to effectively correspond in spoken and written English on an advanced level as well as fully comprehend security technical manuals and instructions in English. Incumbent must be proficient in the safe use of relevant security tools and equipment. Basic numerical skills required to make regular calculations when on the field or when doing installations of equipment. Must be able to lift moderately heavy tools, equipment or parts (25 kg). Incumbent must be proficient in the use of computer applications especially MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet, and database programs. These may be tested. Must have a valid, current Class A-C driver’s license. Must have had a valid driver’s license for a minimum of five (5) years.

 

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Benefits and Other Info

    Benefits:Agency Benefits:
    The U.S. Mission offers a competitive compensation and benefits package for local employees.

      • Housing/Rent Allowance 25% (Annual Basic salary) paid yearly.
      • Transportation Allowance 30% (annual Basic Salary) paid Bi-Weekly.
      • Leave Allowance
      • Meal Allowance
      • 13th Month Bonus
      • Miscellaneous Benefit Allowance

    • For Eligible Family Member (EFM) applicants, benefits should be discussed with the HR Office. The pay plan is assigned by the HR Office and confirmed by Washington, D.C.

    Other Information:HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: 

    A hiring preference is extended to eligible and qualified applicants in the order listed below.  It is essential you accurately describe your status in your application, failure to do so may result in a determination that you are not eligible for a hiring preference.

    HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER

      • Appointment Eligible Family Member (AEFM) / U.S. citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM) who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
      • AEFM / USEFM
      • Foreign Service (FS) on Leave without Pay (LWOP) and Civil Service (CS) with reemployment rights **

    • * IMPORTANT:  US citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM) 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”) preferably Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability, 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 FS employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.

    For complete definitions of AEFM, USEFM, EFM, Member of Household, etc., please visit the 3 FAM 7210 Definitions.

    ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT CONSIDERATIONS

    The following apply to EFMs, USEFMs, and AEFMs only:

      • Current employees who used a hiring preference to gain employment who are within their first 90 calendar days of employment are not eligible. This does not apply when the hiring mechanism is TEMP or the work schedule is intermittent or irregular.
      • Candidates with a hiring preference who have already accepted a conditional offer of employment may NOT be extended a second conditional offer of employment unless and until they withdraw their candidacy for the first position in writing.

    • The following apply to Locally Employed (LE) staff only:

      • Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible.
      • Current employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement, Unsatisfactory, or an MBC score of less than 100 points on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible.  
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How to Apply

How to Apply:
Click the “Apply to This Vacancy” button at the top of the page to begin your application.  For an instructional video on how to apply click here.

The following Vacancies Announcement is posted on the Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA). The job details and application instructions can be found online at:   https://sl.usembassy.gov/jobs/#vacancies

 

Please address all relevant experience, education, language skills (including English), and job-related skills or requirements in your application.

You may edit your application any time before the vacancy closing date. If you fail to submit a complete application by the vacancy closing date of this vacancy, then your application may be disqualified for this position.

For a copy of the complete position description, please contact the HR Office.

To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the HR Office.

We foster a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace where employees can be themselves.  We invite qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Required Documents:
All Applicants:

    • Residency Permit
    • Work Permit
    • Driver’s License 
    • valid National ID Card
    • Certificate
    • Resume/CV (if applicable)

In addition, Eligible Family Member (EFM) Applicants must submit:

    • Copy of Sponsor’s Travel 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:
 

The HR Office will contact successful applicants.  For more information on applying for jobs or employment with us, please visit the U.S. Mission website [https://sl.usembassy.gov/jobs/] or follow us at [https://www.facebook.com/sierraleone.usembassy/].

Thank you for your application and your interest in working with us