Hiring Agency: Consulate General Istanbul
Position Title: Mail Clerk
Open Period: 11/01/2021 - 11/06/2021 Format MM/DD/YYYY
Vacancy Time Zone:GMT+3
Series/Grade:LE - 0130 5
Salary:USD $11,848
Work Schedule:Full-time - 40-hour workweek
Promotion Potential:LE-5
Duty Location(s):
2 Vacancy in

Istanbul, TU Telework Eligible: No

Overview
Hiring Path:
• Open to the public

Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
For USEFM - FP is 09.  Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C.
•    All Interested Applicants / All Sources

Security Clearance Required:
Public Trust - Background Investigation
Appointment Type
Permanent
Appointment Type Details:
Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period
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 (4-6 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
The employee will be responsible for the preparation, dispatch, receipt, and prompt distribution of all mail -- local, Diplomatic Post Office (DPO), Diplomatic Pouch and Mail (DPM), and express courier service.                                                                                                                                               
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Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
EXPERIENCE:  Two years of administrative experience is required.
 
Education Requirements:
Completion of secondary school required.
Evaluations:
LANGUAGE:  Good working knowledge of reading/writing/speaking in English and Turkish required.  This may be tested.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES (This may be tested): Must have a valid driver's license and skill in driving.  Must be able to carry 70lbs (32kgs) and occasionally lift and carry heavy objects with the assistance of appropriate equipment.  Must be familiar with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel. Must be available to work on evenings, weekends, early mornings, and U.S. and Turkish holidays, as needed.
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. Consulate General in Istanbul, Turkey 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.
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:
All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public Trust clearance. 
To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button.  For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.
Required Documents:
In order to qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested diploma and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. If you fail to provide requested information, or the information you submit is insufficient to verify your eligibility, you will not be considered for this position.

• Copy of Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent) (if applicable)


• Copy of National ID Card


• Copy of Diploma


• Residence and/or Work Permit (if applicable)


• Military Discharge Document (for male applicants)


• Driver’s License


• 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. Consulate General in Istanbul, Turkey.