Hiring Path:
Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
For USEFM: LE-7 is equivalent to FP-7. Actual LE/FP salary determined by Washington D.C.
All Interested Applicants / All Sources
Security Clearance Required:
Public Trust - Background Investigation
Appointment Type
Temporary
Appointment Type Details:
Not to exceed 12 months
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 (three weeks) of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.
Supervisory Position:
No
Relocation Expenses Reimbursed:
No
Travel Required:
Not Required
Duties
Basic Function of the Position: The assigned, processes applications for the full range of non-immigrant visa (NIV) categories from applicants of various nationalities, by applying visa-class specific and nationality specific regulations defined in the Foreign Affairs Manual (FAM), Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), and the Consular Team Canada - Standard Operating Procedure (CTC-SOP). Responsible for receiving, screening, updating and correcting applications for adjudication by a Consular Officer. Responsible for tracking and processing cases after officer adjudication depending on the status of adjudication. Accepts and maintains accountability of controlled visa foils to process and print authorized cases. Applies sound judgment and knowledge to communicate necessary information about applicants including fraud indicators to supervisor and officers. Keeps current on, and applies changes of visa law and SOPs to daily workflow. Provides customer service in person and through correspondence in a timely and professional manner. Maintains integrity of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and consular processes. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
EXPERIENCE: Two years of consular or similar experience with customer service, administrative, government or paraprofessional work that requires the application of regulatory material in decision making.
JOB KNOWLEDGE: Clear understanding of U.S. immigration regulations, consular processing procedures, and post workflow. Possess knowledge of where and how to look up necessary information in 9 FAM, INA, official websites and CTC-SOP. Gain proficiency with consular systems.
Education Requirements:
Completion of secondary education in general studies.
Evaluations:
LANGUAGE: Level IV (Fluent) in reading/writing/speaking English. This may be tested.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to carry out detailed, repetitive work with accuracy, tact and sound judgment in a fast paced environment, maintaining a time sensitive schedule. Ability to draft clearly and communicate information accurately. Familiarity working with Microsoft Office Suite programs such as Outlook, Word and Excel. Have average typing speed of 35 to 45 words per minute. Ability to use standard office equipment such as a computer, photocopier, scanner and printer.
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 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.
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”), 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.
Candidates who will be employed on either a Personal Services Agreement or a direct hire appointment and compensated under the Mission’s Local Compensation Plan will be required to follow all Mission COVID-19 policies applicable to Locally Employed Staff. If selected for the position, the agency will provide you additional information regarding these requirements.
How to Apply
How to Apply:
All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public Trust clearance.
Candidates who do not provide 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.
Required Documents:
Please provide the required documentation listed below with your application:
Proof of education
Copy of Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
Residency and/or Work Permit
Passport copy
Hiring Manager requests resume/CV - please upload to documents section under "other document"
DD-214 - Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)
SF-50 (if applicable)
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 Canada.