Foreign Affairs Officer

Department of State - Agency Wide

Washington, DC

JobSummary

This job is in the Bureau of Consular Affairs, Office of the Executive Director, Post Analysis and Support Staff (CA/EX/PAS). CA/EX/PAS supports consular operations at embassies and consulates. CA/EX/PAS comprises a Regional Team, the Staffing and Assignments Branch, and the Global Support Strategy Program Management Team. This job provides Consular services on an intermittent basis.

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HighGrade

PromotionPotential

OrganizationCodes

ST/ST00

Relocation

False

HiringPath

fed-transition

MCOTags

NatSec

TotalOpenings

MANY

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ApplyOnlineUrl

https://jobs.monstergovt.com/dos/ros/rosDashboard.hms?O=6&J=118480

DetailStatusUrl

https://jobs.monstergovt.com/dos/ros/rosDashboard.hms?O=6&J=118480&S=1

MajorDuties

Receiving, reviewing, and adjudicating applications for non-immigrant visas
Serves as advisor who conducts research, analysis, and assists in overseas site visits; works on issues pertinent to geographic areas in support of U.S. government's stance and reactions.
Provides informational consultations and orientations to colleagues and management officials in the Department and the inter-agency arena.
Develops and proposes resolutions of policy and procedural issues and coordinates implementation of policy decisions.

Education

See the qualifications section of this vacancy announcement for education requirements.

Requirements

Evaluations

Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume limited to two pages will be conducted and evaluated by an HR specialist to determine if you are qualified for this job. Resumes longer than two pages will be deemed ineligible and will not be considered further. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies: Knowledge of the theories and principles in international relations. Ability to use qualitative and/or quantitative methods to analyze, assess, and improve program effectiveness. Ability to analyze and evaluate information derived from a variety of sources. Ability to research and interpret US laws and regulations. Ability to provide advice, guidance and consultation based on results of analysis. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Agency Career and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP and ICTAP) candidates must be rated "Well Qualified" and submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this job to receive consideration for selection priority. To be considered well-qualified, in addition to meeting minimum qualifications, candidates must demonstrate proficiency in some, but not all of the major aspects of the position. You may preview questions for this vacancy.

HowToApply

Prepare your application in USAJOBS To start your application, click Apply and we'll walk you through the process to attach a resume and any required documents. During the application process you can review, edit, delete, and update your information. We'll automatically save your progress as you go, so you won't lose any changes. You have until 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement to complete the application process. STEP 1: Select the "Apply" button and follow the instructions to register or sign into USAJOBS. STEP 2: Submit your resume. Please see the Required Documents section for specific information that should be outlined in your resume. STEP 3: Complete the online assessment questions. STEP 4: Submit all required documentation applicable to you, as listed in the Required Documents section. To learn how to view the status of your submitted supporting documentation and application, visit the Application Instructions section of our agency's Civil Service selection process site. Technical assistance with your on-line application is available through the Help Desk at mgshelp@monster.com or by calling (866) 656-6830 between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. ET Alternate Application Procedures If applying online poses an extreme hardship, you may request alternate application procedures to submit your application package. Contact the Human Resources office listed on the announcement between the business hours of 8:15 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ET at least 2 working days prior to the closing date of this announcement. The application package for alternate application procedures must be submitted and received in the Human Resources office no later than 11:59 p.m. ET on the closing date of this announcement. Paper applications and information sent by mail will not be accepted.

WhatToExpectNext

After all application packages are received, we will review applications and evaluate applicants' qualifications. Then, in approximately two weeks after this announcement closes, we will refer candidates, as described in the “How You Will Be Evaluated” section, to the hiring manager for selection consideration. Your application status will be updated up to four times during the following hiring phases: After applications are received. After applications are assessed to determine qualifications. After candidates are referred to the hiring manager. After a selection is made. For the selected candidates who receive a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability review and/or security background investigation that generally takes an average of at least two to six months.

RequiredDocuments

All required documents listed below, that are applicable to you, must be submitted to our automated system by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. 1. Resume limited to two pages showing relevant work/volunteer experience, education and training. Include the start and end dates (from month/year to month/year) and the number of hours per week worked/volunteered. Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must support your answers to the completed online assessment questions. Resumes longer than two pages will be deemed ineligible and will not be considered further. 2. Transcripts, if applicable and you are qualifying based on education. See the Qualification and Education sections of this announcement for more information. If selected, an official/sealed college transcript(s) will be required to verify education prior to employment. 3. Performance appraisal. Submit your most recent (i.e., usually within the last 18 months) final (not a mid-year review) official (i.e., signed by the rating official and in original format) annual performance appraisal. 4. ICTAP/CTAP eligibility documentation (e.g., reduction-in-force (RIF) separation notice, RIF separation SF-50 personnel action (ICTAP only, if available), most recent SF-50 (ICTAP or CTAP), certification of expected separation, etc.).

Benefits

Temporary employees are generally eligible to enroll in the Federal Employees Health Benefit Program if they are expected to work 130 hours per month or more for at least 90 days, in accordance with 5 CFR 890.102. They are eligible for leave, Federal holidays, and to receive a transit subsidy each month to compensate for travel to and from work via certain types of public transportation. Temporary appointments do not confer eligibility for Federal life insurance or retirement benefits.

BenefitsUrl

https://careers.state.gov/work/benefits/cs/

OtherInformation

For reasonable accommodation at the U.S. Department of State, please contact the Office of Accessibility and Accommodations at (202) 663-3474 or OAA@state.gov. If eligible, situational telework agreements may be permitted with supervisory approval. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. If eligible, applicants to this announcement may be referred to other similar positions in other Bureaus/Offices in the Department for up to 240 days. Telework eligibility and security clearance requirements may vary for such similar positions.

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AgencyContactEmail

HuntE1@state.gov

AgencyContactPhone

771-204-3430

SecurityClearance

Top Secret