consular associate

DUTIES Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Consular Chief, the Consular Associate is assigned a wide range of responsibilities in the American Citizen Services (ACS) Unit. 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: EXPERIENCE: Minimum of three years of office administrative experience is required with at least one year of consular experience or two years of office administration (FP-07 Training Level) or one year of office administration (FP-08 Training Level). JOB KNOWLEDGE: General understanding of U.S. policies related to consular and visa operations. Education Requirements: Completion of High School is required. Evaluations: LANGUAGE: Language Level IV (Fluent) Speaking/Reading/Writing of English is required. This may be tested. French level II (Limited knowledge) Written/Speaking/Reading is required in order to communicate with local customers. This may be tested. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: * Must be able to input data in consular systems with minimum errors, and spots and correct errors made by others (applicants and fellow staff). * Demonstrated skills in MS Office Suite and general computer skills including information and database management. * Organizational skills, including task management and filing skills; communications skills including writing skills appropriate for drafting official correspondence and reports. * Ability to obtain and maintain a DOS Secret Security clearance. * Tact and good judgment in dealing with the public, often under difficult and sensitive circumstances. * Sensitivity in evaluating evidence and applying complex regulations correctly. * Ability to learn applicable U.S. and host country laws, regulations, legal precedents, and court decisions. * Good Interpersonal skills. 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. 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 Paris, France, 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: For the current COVID-19 Requirements please visit the following link. 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”), 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.