Announcement Number: Dubai-2023-018 Hiring Agency: Consulate General Dubai Position Title: Consular Associate (Open to USEFMs only) Open Period: 10/16/2023 - 10/21/2023 Format MM/DD/YYYY Vacancy Time Zone: GMT+4 Series/Grade: FP - 0105 6 Salary: USD $45,290 - USD $66,510 /Per Year Work Schedule: Full-time - 40hrs/week Promotion Potential: FP-6 Duty Location(s): 1 Vacancy in Dubai, AE Telework Eligible: No For More Info: HR Section 000-000-0000 HRatPost@state.gov Overview Hiring Path: Open to the public Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency: For USEFM - Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C. U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) - All Agencies For USEFM - Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C. Security Clearance Required: Secret/Confidential Clearance Appointment Type Temporary Appointment Type Details: Definite not to Exceed 5 years 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: Full Time (40 hours per week) Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (8 weeks) of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end. The candidate should be able to work as soon as the position becomes vacant. Supervisory Position: No Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No Travel Required: Not Required Duties Under the direct supervision of the Consular Chief/Deputy Consular Chief/Consular Officer, the Consular Associate is assigned a wide range of responsibilities in the American Citizen Services (ACS) Unit, Nonimmigrant Visa (NIV) Unit, Immigrant Visa Unit, and Fraud Prevention Unit (FPU). The jobholder provides consular services to U.S. citizens, conducts non-adjudicatory visa processing, and assists in investigation and validation studies. Incumbent also handles correspondence with the public, attorneys, U.S. and host governments, Congress, and other parties. Must be able to secure and maintain a Secret level security clearance. Qualifications and Evaluations Requirements: Note: All applicants must currently hold or be able to acquire a UAE residency visa to fill the position. For non-UAE nationals, the Mission assists in obtaining the required residency visa to lawfully work in the UAE. Refer to Eligibility Question #2 and Vacancy Question #1: If a non-UAE national has a valid UAE residency visa, they should answer Yes to Eligibility Q#2 and Vacancy Q#1 and attach a copy of residency visa. EXPERIENCE: Three years of office administrative experience is required with at least one year of consular experience. Education Requirements: Completion of High School is required. Evaluations: LANGUAGE: Level IV (Fluent) Speaking/Reading/Writing in English. “This 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. The U.S. Mission is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce. We foster a culture of inclusion where people feel welcome, heard, and confident in their contributions. We strive to provide growth opportunities for everyone, and we empower all employees to be authentically themselves in the workplace. 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 Dubai, United Arab Emirates 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: AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran* AEFM / USEFM 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”), Letter from Veterans’ Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability dated within the past six months, 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. How to Apply How to Apply: All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a State Secret security clearance. To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button. For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site. https://ae.usembassy.gov/jobs/ Required Documents: To qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested degree and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to provide requested information, or the information is insufficient to verify eligibility, may result in disqualification for this position. Eligible Family Member Applicants: Copy of Sponsor's 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) Proof of education (high or secondary school diploma or a university degree) 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 Dubai, United Arab Emirates.