Telephone Technician

Hiring Path:

- Open to the public

Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
For USEFM - FP is 07. Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C.

All Interested Applicants / All Sources

Post policy update: Inbound USEFM applicants DO NOT have to wait until they are within 90 days of arriving at post to apply.

Security Clearance Required:
Public Trust - Background Investigation

Appointment Type

Temporary

Appointment Type Details:
Replacement contract position with a maximum duration of two years.

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 (38 hours per week)

Supervisory Position:
No

Relocation Expenses Reimbursed:
No

Travel Required:
Not Required

**Duties**:
The incumbent is responsible for all telephone system services to include installation, operation, and maintenance. The incumbent is responsible for the embassy radio program which includes installation and maintenance of repeater, base stations radios, handheld radios, vehicle radios, and antennas systems. Additionally, the incumbent is responsible for the television network utilized throughout the Tri-Mission and three Ambassador and three DCM residences.

**Qualifications and Evaluations**:
**Requirements**:
EXPERIENCE: At least three years of experience in telecommunication systems.

JOB KNOWLEDGE: Must possess knowledge in installation, operation, maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, and repair procedures and techniques.

Education Requirements:
Completion of secondary/high school and completion of training in a telecommunications field.

Evaluations:
LANGUAGE: Good working knowledge in English. Good working knowledge in Dutch or French.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Must be a problem-solver who works well under pressure, be analytical and enjoy working with their hands. Must possess troubleshooting skills and conduct information analysis. Must be able to use diagnostic equipment, manual and power tools. Must keep accurate records, draft and translate technical documents. Must have strong customer service skills. Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license B with a good driving record.
**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 Brussels 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:
For the current COVID-19 Requirements please visit the following link.

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.

For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link.

**How to Apply**:
How to Apply:
Required Documents:
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**:

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