Mail Room Clerk – U.S. Embassy Yaounde

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.

•    Current employees of the mission – This includes U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs); Declared Members of Household (MOHs), dependents of U.S. Personal Services Contract (USPSC) who are assigned under COM – All Agencies.

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 upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Supervisory Position:

No

Relocation Expenses Reimbursed:

No

Duties

The Mailroom Clerk receives, dispatches, sorts, and distributes mail from multiple sources.  These include but are not limited to local and international mail, Diplomatic Post Office (DPO) mail, diplomatic pouch material, and commercial courier services. The incumbent spends a large percentage of the time serving customers at the Mailroom service window. The incumbent is supervised by the Mailroom Supervisor.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE:  At least one year of experience in customer care, office assistance, or clerical work.

JOB KNOWLEDGE:  Knowledge of standard office practices. Knowledge of local post offices, airport, and train facilities, as well as local courier systems.  These may be tested.

Education Requirements:

Successful completion of high school or local equivalent is required.

Evaluations:

LANGUAGE: Good Working Knowledge in English (speaking/reading/writing) is required.  Limited knowledge in French (speaking/reading/writing) is required. These may be tested.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  Good organizational skills, thoroughness and accuracy in processing documentation, ability to work well in a team environment.  Must have user knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and Outlook).  Must maintain a courteous and professional demeanor and possess excellent customer service skills. Must be able to work independently on a routine basis.  Must possess a driver’s license with a minimum of five (5) years validity. Must be willing to work flexible hours, if required.  Must be able to lift 70 pounds and safely move up to 250 pounds with assistance from coworkers or use of mechanical devices.  Maximum lift requirements may be subject to local regulations.  These may be tested.

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.

Qualified female applicants are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications:

All applicants under consideration will be required to pass U.S. Embassy issued medical and security certifications.

How to Apply

How to Apply:

All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. Embassy issued Security 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:

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:

• • Residency and/or Work Permit (if applicable)

• • CNI OR Passport copy (as applicable)

• • High School Diploma or equivalent

Eligible Family Member Applicants:

• • Copy of Sponsor’s Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)

• • Passport copy

• • DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)

• • SF-50 (if applicable)

Next Steps:

ONLY 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. Mission in Yaounde, Cameroon.