U.S. Embassy
Monrovia, Liberia
ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 12-04
OPEN TO: ALL INTERESTED CANDIDATES (Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply)
POSITION: Utilities Maintenance Supervisor, FSN-09, FP-05*
OPENING DATE: February 09, 2012
CLOSING DATE: February 23, 2012
WORK HOURS: Full-time; 40 hours/week
SALARY: **Ordinarily Resident (OR): $19,006 per annum starting salary (Position Grade: FSN-09) *Not-Ordinarily Resident (NOR): FP-05 (to be confirmed by Washington)
NOTE: ALL NON-LIBERIAN APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS ALLOWING WORK IN COUNTRY BEFORE BEING ELIGIBLE TO APPLY. The U.S. Embassy is seeking an individual for the position of Utilities Maintenance Supervisor within the Facility Operations and Maintenance Section.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION: This position is responsible for the operations, supervision and maintenance of all the Embassy power plants which provide twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week electrical supply of all power consumed by the Mission.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Supervises the Continued Operation the Central Power Station on a 24 hour basis. Ensures readiness of 6-satellite stand by plants. Instructs and co-ordinates emergency breakdown repairs. Supervises the ongoing Preventive maintenance program on all generating equipment and ensures proper stock levels are maintained to support the power plants operations.
• Organizes operating procedures and work schedule for both operations and maintenance crew. Maintains records of generator performance, fuel consumption, preventive maintenance service schedule, repairs and replacement of parts.
• Ensures that proper parts are ordered through approved purchased orders and maintains constant power supply with minimal down time. Maintains a system of internal control by monitoring fuel supply and usage by fuel distribution personnel.
• Assists in providing cross training of technical staff, monitors and evaluates their performances, approves leave, institutes action in disciplinary cases and makes recommendations to the AFM and FM as necessary.
• Ensures that the generator crews are transported to their respective work sites in the absence of the maintenance driver and performs other duties as may be assigned by the AFM and or the Facilities Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Completion of Secondary School is required. In addition to specialize vocational training in power plant operations and diesel engine repair, power line distribution management training is also required.
2. Five (5) years in the operation and maintenance of a power plant using diesel engines as prime movers. One to two years supervisory experience also required.
3. Must have level IV (fluent English)
4. Must have advance knowledge of diesel powered generators and hands-on repair maintenance. Knowledge of the various types of generators, spare parts and equipment.
5. Must have basic computer skills and the ability to use basic softwares for the transmission of routine information. Must have good leadership skills and the ability to solve most technical problems relating to major overhaul and breakdowns.
A copy of the complete position description listing all duties and responsibilities is available in the Human Resources Office, (231) 777-054824) and at http://monrovia.usembassy.gov/vacancies.html
SELECTION PROCESS:
When fully qualified, US Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and US Veterans are given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate specifically address the required qualifications above in the application.
ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA:
1. Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy.
2. Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
3. Current Ordinarily Resident employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible to apply.
4. Currently employed US Citizen EFMs who hold a Family Member Appointment (FMA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment. 5. Currently employed NORs hired under a Personal Services Agreement (PSA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment unless currently hired into a position with a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.
TO APPLY: Interested candidates for this position must submit the following for consideration of the application:
1. Universal Application for Employment (UAE) as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174); or
2. A combination of both; i.e. Sections 1 -24 of the UAE along with a listing of the applicant’s work experience attached as a separate sheet; or
3. A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information found on the UAE (see section 3A below for more information); plus
4. Candidates who claim US Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application. Candidates who claim conditional US Veterans preference must submit documentation confirming eligibility for a conditional preference in hiring with their application. 5. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above. 3A.
If an applicant is submitting a resume or curriculum vitae, s/he must provide the following information equal to what is found on the UAE. Failure to do so will result in an incomplete application:
A. Position Title
B. Position Grade
C. Vacancy Announcement Number (if known)
D. Dates Available for Work
E. First, Middle, & Last Names as well as any other names used
F. Date and Place of Birth
G. Current Address, Day, Evening, and Cell phone numbers
H. U.S. Citizenship Status (Yes or No) & status of permanent U.S. Resident (Yes or No; if yes, provide number)
I. U.S. Social Security Number and/or Identification Number
J. Eligibility to work in the country (Yes or No)
K. Special Accommodations the Mission needs to provide
L. If applying for position that includes driving a U.S. Government vehicle, Driver’s License Class/Type
M. Days available to work
N. List any relatives or members of your household that work for the U.S. Government (include their Name, Relationship, & Agency, Position, Location)
O. U.S. Eligible Family Member and Veterans Hiring Preference
P. Education
Q. License, Skills, Training, Membership, & Recognition
R. Language Skills
S. Work Experience
T. References
SUBMIT APPLICATION TO: Human Resources Office Attention: Utilities Maintenance Supervisor American Embassy P. O. Box 98 1000 Monrovia 10 Liberia Drop in application box at Gate #3 The Universal Application Form (DS-174) can be picked up at Gate 3 or the Human Resources Office or accessed on line.
Application Deadline: Feb 23, 2012
