Computer Operator (Lan)

EXPERIENCE:

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  Minimum of two (2) years of post secondary studies.

JOB KNOWLEDGE:

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  An excellent high level of technical knowledge on desktop and server operating systems (OS) and PC hardware. An excellent high level of technical knowledge required includes standard troubleshooting techniques, systems analysis, network management and telecommunications proficiency. Ability to apply classroom or on the job training information on Department of State corporate application for independently daily work.

Mandatory:

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  Two (2) years of post-secondary studies.

LANGUAGE:

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  English : Level IV (fluent) of written and spoken is required.
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  German: Level II (limited knowledge) of written and spoken is required.

This may be tested.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

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  Installation of hardware, software, operating systems, and peripheral equipment such as printers, scanners, and USB devices is required.
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  Must have the ability to lift 20 KG on a regular basis and 40 KG occasionally as a team lift.
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  Firmly grounded in customer support and effective in user training is required.
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  Ability to multitask in an environment with shifting priorities.
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  Must possess a valid driver’s license.

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.

All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.

Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Germany 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.

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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:
1. AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
2. AEFM / USEFM
3. FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **

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  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.