Job details
Full Job Description
- Open to the public
Open to All Interested Candidates/ All Sources
- Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period
We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.
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 (Three weeks) of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.
Duties
Basic function: Serves as a full-time political and economic Assistant at the U.S. Consulate General Vancouver. Acts as an advisor on political, economic, and energy issues, with a focus on local and regional commercial and political dynamics tied to Asia, with emphasis on the People’s Republic of China (PRC). Focuses on research, analysis, reporting, contact development, and event and visit management, leveraging Asia-related expertise and Chinese language skills. Advises USG officials on whom they should meet, their interlocutors views and importance and the best means of presenting USG positions to interlocutors. Reports directly to the Political and Economic Section (Pol/Econ) Officer and works collaboratively with the Pol/Econ Chief, the Pol/Econ specialist, and rotational Pol/Econ interns. Also supports and advises other sections of the Consulate General and officials of other agencies at Post.
Qualifications and Evaluations
EXPERIENCE: Minimum of one year of experience working on (or researching) issues related to political/economic matters in British Columbia and/or Yukon is required.
Completion of Bachelor’s degree in Business/Economics, Political Science, International Relations, History or Interdisciplinary Studies is required.
LANGUAGE: Fluent (Level IV) Speaking/reading/writing in English is required. Good working knowledge (Level III) Speaking/reading/writing in Mandarin is required. This may be tested.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Must possess strong interpersonal communication skills. Excellent organizational and planning abilities are required. Must be able to work independently in carrying out assigned projects, including in potential teleworking settings. Must possess a minimum of Level I typing, proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite to include a good grasp of data manipulation, chart creation, and slide creation.
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.
All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.
Benefits and Other Info
Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Canada 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.
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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.
How to Apply
All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public Trust Clearance.
Applicants who do not submit proof of eligibility to work in Canada, will not be considered.
To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button. For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.
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.
All Applicants:
- Residency and/or Work Permit
- Degree (not transcript)
- Degree with transcript
- Language Scores (if available)
- Driver’s License
- Certificate or License
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)
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 Canada.