The U.S. Embassy in Kabul is seeking individuals for the
position of Surveillance Detection Guard (SD Guard) with the Regional
Security Office (RSO) based in Kabul.
Basic Function Of Position:
The incumbent is expected to provide security for U.S. Government
facilities, employees and family members by performing procedures to
detect, recognize and report on surveillance directed against U.S.
Government facilities and/or personnel and provides support directly or
by calling assistance. In case of an imminent attack, the incumbent
calls for immediate assistance and takes action to prevent injury or
death to personnel and destruction of property.
Qualifications Required:
NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed
below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
Education: Completion of high school is required. Experience: One year
of general security experience is required. Language: Level II (limited
knowledge) speaking/reading in English and level IV (fluent)
speaking/reading in Dari language is required. Knowledge: Must be
familiar with procedures for conducting and reporting surveillance and
capable of discerning normal traffic patterns, pedestrian behavior and
choke points of embassy facilities access and travel routes. Abilities
and Skills: Must be skilled in the use of surveillance equipment (e.g.
audio/video, binoculars, photographic equipment). Should be able to work
independently and adapt to changing circumstances without requesting
guidance and should have strong organizational skills.
How To Apply:
Interested candidates for this position must submit the following for consideration of the application:
2. Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of
their Form DD-214 with their application. Candidates who claim
conditional U.S. Veterans preference must submit documentation
confirming eligibility for a conditional preference in hiring with their
application.
3. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards) that
addresses the qualification Requirements of the
position as listed above.
Submit Application To:
Human Resources Office, U.S. Embassy Kabul Applications should be submitted through e-mail to this address: xxxxxxx@xxxxx.gov Subject line must be: (Surveillance Detection Guard VA 13-229) or your application may not be considered.
CLOSING DATE FOR THIS POSITION: (Open Till Filled)
SELECTION PROCESS
When fully qualified, US Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and
U.S. Veterans are given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the
candidate specifically address the required qualifications above in the
application.
