Administrative Clerk at U.S .Department of State

Duties

• Under the direction of the Site Security Manager (SSM), the Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO) Administrative Clerk is responsible for the overall office management of security operations. When not conducting duties as an Administrative Clerk, the incumbent will fill in, when necessary, to assist the Foreign Service National Investigators (FSNIs) with background investigation and vetting paperwork.  

Requirements:
EXPERIENCE: 

• Minimum two (2) years of administration or management or customer service experience in an office environment is required. 

JOB KNOWLEDGE: 

• Demonstrate knowledge of office administrative standards and procedures. Knowledge of host-nation customs and working practices in general to understand the local protocol for interpersonal interaction, communication, and norms.

Education Requirements:

• Completion of secondary school is required.

Evaluations:
LANGUAGE: 

• English (Good working knowledge) speaking/reading/writing is required.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Must be able to deal effectively with customers and organize own work to meet established deadlines. Good customer service orientation and interpersonal skills are required.  Must be able to use a computer for data entry, spreadsheets, word processing, and email.  Ability to establish and maintain liaison with personnel at all levels in other organizations in order to coordinate personnel matters.