The U.S. Embassy in Accra, Ghana is seeking for an individual for the position of a VEHICLE DIAGNOSTIC TECHNICIAN in the General Services Office of the Embassy.

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION

The incumbent works as Automobile Technician in the Vehicle Maintenance section of the U. S. Embassy, with the ability to use Automotive Diagnostic Scan Consult to trouble shoot and diagnose faults on vehicles and liaise with Automobile Maintenance Foremen/Motor pool

Supervisor in ensuring that information on automotive diagnostic scan/consult is up to date at all times. S/he receives oral instruction or work order concerning work to be done, and proceeds to accomplish the necessary maintenance. This includes reading specifications, using the proper tools/equipment and checking all work for completion. Ability to carry out pre-repair test drive to ascertain reported faults on vehicle complained by its user/owner. Work includes, assisting in the installation of equipment, repair of vehicles and other areas where this trade is required; and advises driver/mechanics on use of vehicle diagnostic scan/consult reading and their meaning.

Qualification Required & Experience

NOTE: All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.

1. Completion of HND Automobile option or /Automobile Motor Vehicle Technician Part III certificate or its equivalent.
2. Two to five years prior work experience in a large garage or similar environment.
3. Level II (good working knowledge) in English is required. Job holder will be able to read and understand, for example, regulations, instructions and related material concerning the field of work, and to prepare correspondence and standardized reports. Job holder will be able to communicate effectively with staff and members of the public in the language. Language proficiency will be tested.
4. Must be able to use all tools in the trade including automotive diagnostic scan/consult automotive maintenance and repairs; and the use of additives as it is necessary during the process of work.
5. Must be computer literate and must know how to use basic MS word and MS Excel.
6. Must have and provide a copy of a valid local driver’s license Class B. Driving experience will be tested.

SELECTION PROCESS

When equally qualified, US Citizen Eligible Family Members (AEFMs) and U.S. Veterans will be given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate 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 FMA appointment 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.

Salary: GH¢11,543 p.a.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

NOTE: ALL APPLICANTS WHO ARE NOT GHANAIAN CITIZENS WILL BE EXPECTED TO RESIDE IN GHANA AND MUST BE ABLE TO QUALIFY FOR A GHANAIAN WORK PERMIT. NO RELOCATION EXPENSES ARE PROVIDED TO THE JOB LOCATION: ACCRA, GHANA. IF TRANSPORTATION TO ACCRA IS REQUIRED, IT WILL BE THE EMPLOYEE’S RESPONSIBILITY

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. Section 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 U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application. Candidates who claim conditional US Veteran 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.
6.   A telephone number, post office box and/or e-mail address where we can contact you to schedule an interview.
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

NOTE:

1. All applications must have the Position Number and Position Title identified.
2. All “Hard Copy”/printed applications must be submitted to the Mail Room at the Chancery. Hard Copy Applications submitted through any other office will not be accepted. You may apply on-line using the AccraHRO@state.gov email address. This is the preferred means of applying for a position with the American Embassy. Please go to our website for additional information, including current openings and tips on applying with the American Embassy in Accra.
3. ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE FOR AN OPEN/ADVERTIZED POSITION.

APPLICATIONS PREVIOUSLY CONSIDERED FOR A JOB WILL NOT BE HELD/CONSIDERED FOR FUTURE JOBS. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, YOU MUST RE-APPLY.

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:

Human Resources Office
Through the Mailroom, Chancery
American Embassy, Accra
P.O. Box GP194, Accra

POINT OF CONTACT:

Telephone: 0302-741000
Fax: 0302-741389
E-mail: AccraHRO@state.gov

Closing Date: 20 August, 2013

The US Mission in Accra, Ghana 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. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs.