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Subscribe to receive email updatesThe U.S. Department of State employs adventurous, adaptable, well-rounded strategic problem-solvers, from diverse educational, geographic and cultural backgrounds and perspectives, who want to make a contribution to our global society. If you have the desire to live and work in any country in the world, including those with unstable governments or infrastructures – or both - and have the ability to integrate into culturally diverse environments, we have an opportunity for you.

These U.S. citizens comprise the Foreign and Civil Services, in which there are over 30 different career paths from which to choose.

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Foreign Service Specialists are instrumental in the daily operations of U.S. embassies and consulates, and are responsible for security, safety, and protection of people, technology and structures.

We require specific skills in the financial, technical and support services areas. Opportunities exist in seven different categories with 22 different Specialist jobs. These categories include: Security, Information Technology, Construction Engineering, Medical and Health, Office Management, Administration, and International Information English Language Programs.

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Administration:
Facility Manager
Working closely with the General Services Officer, you will manage the upkeep of buildings, grounds, fixtures and utilities overseas. Closed: November 30, 2011. Sign up to receive email updates
Administration: Financial Management Officer You will develop budgets and financial plans, control obligations and expenditures, prepare and audit payment vouchers, administer payroll plans, approve salary and allowance payments and monitor cash operations. Closed: October 21, 2011. Sign up to receive email updates
Administration: General Services Officer You will develop, plan, implement, and manage an ongoing program of support that includes contracting, inventory/property, physical facilities, space management, travel and transportation, motorpool, and maintenance and repair schedules. Closed: January 24, 2012. Sign up to receive email updates
Administration: Human Resources Officer HROs are responsible for recruitment, employee training and development, performance management, employee relations, salary and benefits administration, employee policies and procedures and position classification. Closed: March 27, 2012. Sign up to receive email updates
Construction Engineering: Construction Engineer CEs monitor and report on contract work overseas to ensure that the construction of new properties and renovation of existing properties are completed properly, on time and within budget. Closed: December 16, 2011. Sign up to receive email updates
IT: Information Management Specialist IMSs manage and operate worldwide information technology infrastructure, including PC local and wide area networks, telecommunications systems, telephone and UHF/VHF programs, and diplomatic pouch and mail services. Closed: March 1, 2012. Sign up to receive email updates
IT: Information Management Technical Specialist (DIGITAL) IMTS/D duties include performing site surveys, installation and maintenance associated hardware and software for PC local and wide area networks. OPEN: Deadline is May 16, 2012. Sign up to receive email updates
IT: Information Management Technical Specialist (RADIO) IMTS/R duties include performing site surveys, installation and maintenance of associated hardware and software for UHF/VHF land mobile systems. OPEN: Deadline is May 16, 2012. Sign up to receive email updates
IT: Information Management Technical Specialist (TELEPHONE) IMTS/T responsibilities involve conducting site surveys, installation and maintenance of associated hardware and software for telephone PBX systems. OPEN: Deadline is May 16, 2012. Sign up to receive email updates
International Information /English Language Programs: English Language Officer ELOs are responsible for all Department of State-sponsored English teaching activities in that country, or as a Regional ELO with responsibilities for English language program activities in several countries, necessitating extensive travel. Closed: October 30, 2009. Sign up to receive email updates
International Information /English Language Programs: Information Resource Officer IROs counsel Mission Officials on effective information program resources and services, assess staff needs, carry out regional training programs, demonstrate and promote U.S. electronic information resources, and establish contacts with host country information and library institutions. Closed: May 1, 2009. Sign up to receive email updates
Medical and Health: Health Practitioner Foreign Service Health Practitioners, Family Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants with a family practice background, assume the role of a primary care provider in diagnosing and treating patients and will be responsible for administering a full range of community health care services, including preventive health education for the official mission community. Closed: January 20, 2012. Sign up to receive email updates
Medical and Health: Regional Medical Officer The RMO's duties include providing primary medical care and appropriate health information and disease prevention program at each post of responsibility as well as a host of other medical and health related responsibilities. Closed: April 20, 2012. Sign up to receive email updates
Medical and Health: Regional Medical Officer/Psychiatrist The RMO/P's duties include providing primary psychiatric care for each post in the supported geographical region as well as a host of other psychiatric and mental health related responsibilities. Closed: April 20, 2012. Sign up to receive email updates
Medical and Health: Foreign Service Regional Medical Technologist/MLS RMT/MLS duties include performing routine visitations to regional area Health Units to evaluate and monitor performance of local laboratory technologists. You will also maintain own laboratory at post of assignment as well as X-RAY equipment at your post of assignment and your assigned region. Closed: April 20, 2012. Sign up to receive email updates
Office Management: Office Management Specialist OMS duties include general office management, conference and visitor support, administrative and secretarial support. Closed: April 3, 2012. Sign up to receive email updates
Security: Diplomatic Courier Couriers are required to safeguard and escort diplomatic pouches containing classified and sensitive material between U.S. diplomatic missions overseas and the Department of State. Closed: July 18, 2011. Sign up to receive email updates
Security: Security Engineering Officer SEOs provide technical security support and engineering expertise to protect U.S. Foreign Service posts overseas, in Washington, D.C., or Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Responsibilities range from security system design, development and analysis to installation and testing. Closed: November 4, 2011. Sign up to receive email updates
Security: Security Technical Specialist STSs provide support and assist in worldwide technical security programs. These programs for which you will give overall program management, maintenance and support provide protection for Department of State facilities and personnel from technical espionage, acts of terrorism, and crime. Closed: January 13, 2012. Sign up to receive email updates
Security: Diplomatic Security Special Agent DSS Agents are specially trained Foreign Service security professionals; they are also sworn Federal law enforcement officers. Overseas, as a Regional Security Officer (RSO), you will advise ambassadors on all security matters and manage a complex range of security programs designed to protect personnel, facilities, and information. In the U.S., Special Agents protect the Secretary of State and visiting foreign dignitaries, investigate passport and visa fraud, and conduct personnel security investigations. Closed: March 30, 2012. Sign up to receive email updates
Security: Security Protective Specialist Protective Specialists provide a variety of personal protective services to Department officials and employees at overseas locations in accordance with Department of State and Bureau of Diplomatic Security established protective security policies, standards, and procedures. Closed: February 20, 2012. Sign up to receive email updates
Security: Supervisory Security Protective Specialist Supervisory Protective Specialists serve as Protective Security Shift Leaders with responsibility for managing and directing protective security operations at overseas locations in accordance with Department of State and Bureau of Diplomatic Security established protective security policies, standards, and procedures. Closed: October 9, 2009. Sign up to receive email updates
For more Diplomatic Security opportunities and information, please go to www.state.gov/m/ds/career.
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  • Staff Assistant - Job Announcement Number:
    RM-2012-0052
    Location Name:
    Washington DC,District of Columbia (Washington, DC, US)
    Government Agency Subelement Name:
    Department of State - Agency Wide
    Occupation Code:
    Miscellaneous Administration And Program
    Pay Plan:
    GS
    Appointment Duration:
    Permanent
    Opening Date:
    Wednesday, May 09, 2012
    Closing Date:
    Wednesday, May 23, 2012
    Job Status:
    Full-Time
    Salary:
    $62,467.00 to $81,204.00 / Per Year
    Pay Grade(s):
    11 to 11
    Who May Apply:
    Public
    Job Summary:
    This position is also being announced through Merit Promotion procedures under Announcement # RM-2012-0051. Candidates who wish to be considered under both Public (US Citizens)and Merit Promotion procedures must apply to both announcements.
  • Special Tactics Instructor - Job Announcement Number:
    DS-2012-0303
    Location Name:
    Dunn Loring,Virginia
    Government Agency Subelement Name:
    Department of State - Agency Wide
    Occupation Code:
    Security Administration
    Pay Plan:
    GS
    Appointment Duration:
    Term
    Opening Date:
    Wednesday, May 09, 2012
    Closing Date:
    Tuesday, May 22, 2012
    Job Status:
    Full-Time
    Salary:
    $89,033.00 to $115,742.00 / Per Year
    Pay Grade(s):
    13 to 13
    Who May Apply:
    Public
    Job Summary:
    This is a non-status, non-permanent position. You do not acquire a competitive or excepted service status from this position. This position is located in the Special Skills Branch (SSB), Security and Law Enforcement Training Division (SLTD), Office of Training Performance Standards (TPS), Bureau of Diplomatic Security (DS). The position may be located in Dunn Lorring, VA, but includes other training locations within the extended Washington DC area. The position may also require travel within the United States and to overseas locations. The incumbent will serve as a Security Specialist-Special Tactics Instructor, Training Safety Officer, and Officer Operations Chief with the responsibility of providing special tactics training, conducting operational coordinational and monitoring support, safety/risk assessment, program development, and daily operations for the office.
  • Deputy Counselor for Host Country Affairs - Job Announcement Number:
    USUN-2012-0007
    Location Name:
    New York County,New York;New York,New York (10017)
    Government Agency Subelement Name:
    Department of State - Agency Wide
    Occupation Code:
    Foreign Affairs
    Pay Plan:
    GG
    Appointment Duration:
    Permanent
    Opening Date:
    Tuesday, May 08, 2012
    Closing Date:
    Monday, May 21, 2012
    Job Status:
    Full-Time
    Salary:
    $128,241.00 to $155,500.00 / Per Year
    Pay Grade(s):
    15 to 15
    Who May Apply:
    Public
    Job Summary:
    This position is located in the Host Country Affairs Section of the United States Mission to the United Nations. The Section carries out the responsibilities of the Mission as host to the United Nations and its member states and observer offices in accordance with UN General Assembly resolution 2819. The incumbent serves as the Deputy Counselor of the Section and the principal advisor responsible for assisting the Minister-Counselor in all policy matters and programs operations. In absence of the Minister-Counselor, acts as Chief of Section.
  • Fire Protection Engineer - Job Announcement Number:
    OBO-2012-0094
    Location Name:
    Arlington,Virginia
    Government Agency Subelement Name:
    Department of State - Agency Wide
    Occupation Code:
    Fire Protection Engineering
    Pay Plan:
    GS
    Appointment Duration:
    Permanent
    Opening Date:
    Tuesday, May 08, 2012
    Closing Date:
    Tuesday, May 22, 2012
    Job Status:
    Full-Time
    Salary:
    $89,033.00 to $115,742.00 / Per Year
    Pay Grade(s):
    13 to 13
    Who May Apply:
    Public
    Job Summary:
    This position located in the Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO), which directs the Department of States worldwide buildings program that serves the U.S. Government community abroad to provide safe, secure and functional facilities for U.S. diplomat's and promote U.S. interest worldwide. This position is located in the Fire Protection Office, Fire Protection Engineering Division, Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO/OPS/FIR/FPE). This position serves as the Fire Protection Engineer and is the recognized expert in fire code analysis, design review, and implementing fire protection engineering criteria, standards, and procedures that insure the quality of installation and performance of OBO's fire protection systems. One year probationary period, unless excepted by regulation.
  • Interior Designer - Job Announcement Number:
    OBO-2012-0088
    Location Name:
    Rosslyn,Virginia
    Government Agency Subelement Name:
    Department of State - Agency Wide
    Occupation Code:
    Interior Design
    Pay Plan:
    GS
    Appointment Duration:
    Permanent
    Opening Date:
    Wednesday, May 09, 2012
    Closing Date:
    Wednesday, May 23, 2012
    Job Status:
    Full-Time
    Salary:
    $89,033.00 to $115,742.00 / Per Year
    Pay Grade(s):
    13 to 13
    Who May Apply:
    Public
    Job Summary:
    This position is located in the Residential Design and Furnishings Program of the Office of Residential Design and Cultural Heritage, Operations, Bureau of Overseas Building Operations (OBO/OPS/RDCH). The incumbent is responsible for planning and coordinating technical design requirements for the variety of overseas residential facilities as well as providing expert advice and assistance on a wide range of residential interior design and space planning matters, including advising on the implementation of programs relating to sustainability, ergonomics and Americans with Disabilities Act standards. He and/or She functions as a Contracting Officer Technical Representative, monitoring services and deliverables of Architectural/ Engineering and other related contractors for residential interior design services and completes work-in house and independently, or through some alternate contractual mix of out-sourcing and internal government responsibilities.
  • Intelligence Research Specialist - Job Announcement Number:
    DS-2012-0280
    Location Name:
    Los Angeles,California
    Government Agency Subelement Name:
    Department of State - Agency Wide
    Occupation Code:
    Intelligence
    Pay Plan:
    GS
    Appointment Duration:
    Permanent
    Opening Date:
    Thursday, May 10, 2012
    Closing Date:
    Monday, May 21, 2012
    Job Status:
    Full-Time
    Salary:
    $52,852.00 to $68,702.00 / Per Year
    Pay Grade(s):
    09 to 09
    Who May Apply:
    Public
    Job Summary:
    This position is located in the Los Angeles Field Office, Office of Domestic Operations, Bureau of Diplomatic Security. This position has been established with responsibility for the systematic research, analysis, and interpretation of intelligence data to detect trends in visa and passport fraud that aid in the investigation, targeting, and disruption of individuals and groups involved in the fraudulent production, distribution, and/or use of travel documents used to gain unlawful entry into the U.S. This position has continuing responsibility for a less complex geographic or functional area, and performs on a recurring basis a variety of tasks for a more complex project. This position is also being announced through Merit Promotion procedures under Announcement #DS-2012-0279. Candidates who wish to be considered under both Public (US Citizens)and Merit Promotion procedures must apply to both announcements.
  • Technical Surveillance Countermeasures In-Place Monitoring System Specialist - Job Announcement Number:
    DS-2012-0323
    Location Name:
    Washington DC,District of Columbia (Washington, DC, US)
    Government Agency Subelement Name:
    Department of State - Agency Wide
    Occupation Code:
    Security Administration
    Pay Plan:
    GS
    Appointment Duration:
    Temporary
    Opening Date:
    Thursday, May 10, 2012
    Closing Date:
    Monday, May 21, 2012
    Job Status:
    Full-Time
    Salary:
    $89,033.00 to $115,742.00 / Per Year
    Pay Grade(s):
    13 to 13
    Who May Apply:
    Public
    Job Summary:
    This is a non-status, non-permanent position. You do not acquire a competitive or excepted status from this position. This position is eligible for a 20% Recruitment Incentive Bonus, however YOU MUST ATTACH YOUR ITC CERTIFICATION FOR CONSIDERATION (see Benefits Section for additional information). This position is located in the Security Technology Operations Division, Office of Security Technology, under the Office of Deputy Assistant Secretary for Countermeasures and Information Security, Bureau of Diplomatic Security. The Security Engineering Service Branch is responsible for providing Technical Surveillance Countermeasures services for all new domestic construction and major renovation projects involving Sensitive and Compartmentalized Information Facilities.
  • Foreign Affairs Officer - Job Announcement Number:
    ISN-2012-0031
    Location Name:
    District of Columbia,District of Columbia;Washington,District of Columbia (20520)
    Government Agency Subelement Name:
    Department of State - Agency Wide
    Occupation Code:
    Foreign Affairs
    Pay Plan:
    GS
    Appointment Duration:
    Permanent
    Opening Date:
    Friday, May 11, 2012
    Closing Date:
    Monday, May 21, 2012
    Job Status:
    Full-Time
    Salary:
    $62,467.00 to $97,333.00 / Per Year
    Pay Grade(s):
    11 to 12
    Who May Apply:
    Public
    Job Summary:
    This position is located in the Office of Weapons of Mass Destruction Terrorism, which is part of the Bureau of International Security and Nonproliferation (ISN/WMDT). ISN/WMDT enhances international security against the threat of WMD terrorism by strengthening political and operational capability of international partners to deter, detect, defeat and respond to terrorists and their facilitators. The incumbent supports the Preventing Nuclear Smuggling Program (PNSP) and creates and implements strategies for engaging partner nations to prevent, detect, and respond to nuclear/radiological illicit trafficking threats and incidents.
  • Information Technology Specialist (Policy & Planning) - Job Announcement Number:
    IRM-2012-0063
    Location Name:
    Washington DC,District of Columbia (Washington, DC, US)
    Government Agency Subelement Name:
    Department of State - Agency Wide
    Occupation Code:
    Information Technology Management
    Pay Plan:
    GS
    Appointment Duration:
    Permanent
    Opening Date:
    Friday, May 11, 2012
    Closing Date:
    Thursday, May 24, 2012
    Job Status:
    Full-Time
    Salary:
    $89,033.00 to $115,742.00 / Per Year
    Pay Grade(s):
    13 to 13
    Who May Apply:
    Public
    Job Summary:
    This position is also being announced under Merit Promotion procedures under announcement no. IRM-2012-0062. This position is located in the Strategic Planning Division of the Office of Strategic Planning, Bureau of Information Resource Management in the Department of State. The position serves as an IT Specialist (Policy and Planning) that administers, develops, delivers, and supports IT systems, processes, services, and projects involving strategic planning, tactical planning, e-Government and Open Government initiatives, application of emerging technologies and other important enterprise IT initiatives in the organization.
  • Executive Director - Job Announcement Number:
    CSHRM-2012-0016
    Location Name:
    District of Columbia,District of Columbia
    Government Agency Subelement Name:
    Department of State - Agency Wide
    Occupation Code:
    Administrative Officer
    Pay Plan:
    ES
    Appointment Duration:
    Permanent
    Opening Date:
    Monday, May 14, 2012
    Closing Date:
    Tuesday, May 29, 2012
    Job Status:
    Full-Time
    Salary:
    $119,554.00 to $179,700.00 / Per Year
    Pay Grade(s):
    00 to 00
    Who May Apply:
    Public
    Job Summary:
    The position is located in the Office of the Executive Director, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and Bureau of International Information Programs. ECA-IIP/EX provides executive direction for the full range of administrative, resource management, planning, and internal control activities for the Bureaus of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) and International Information Programs (IIP). As the Executive Director, the incumbent is responsible for managing staff as well as the overall planning and coordination of decision making on resources (an estimated budget for ECA of over $422 million, including transfers and other appropriations, and $48 million for IIP) for each Bureau; a wide variety of strategic planning, administrative, and internal controls functions; and the Bureaus international exchange grants management process and monitoring. Persons selected for initial appointment to the career Senior Executive Service must have their Executive Core Qualifications certified by an Office of Personnel Management Qualifications Review Board prior to appointment and will be required to serve a one-year probationary period. Veterans Preference does not apply to the Senior Executive Service (SES).
  • Administrative Support Assistant - Job Announcement Number:
    DS-2012-0315
    Location Name:
    Miami,Florida
    Government Agency Subelement Name:
    Department of State - Agency Wide
    Occupation Code:
    Miscellaneous Clerk And Assistant
    Pay Plan:
    GS
    Appointment Duration:
    Permanent
    Opening Date:
    Monday, May 14, 2012
    Closing Date:
    Friday, May 25, 2012
    Job Status:
    Full-Time
    Salary:
    $36,934.00 to $53,360.00 / Per Year
    Pay Grade(s):
    06 to 07
    Who May Apply:
    Public
    Job Summary:
    This position is located in the Miami Regional Office of the Office of Foreign Missions, Bureau of Diplomatic Security, within the Department of State. The incumbent performs general office administrative duties in support of all OFM Regional Office programs, including: Diplomatic Accreditation and Recognition, Diplomatic Motor Vehicle, Diplomatic Tax, Customs Clearance, Travel Restriction, and Real Estate programs. The work entails preparing and transmitting correspondence, maintaining databases, managing information, establishing and organizing files, scheduling and calendar management, time and attendance, and other related administrative tasks as assigned. This position is also being announced through Merit Promotion procedures under Announcement #DS-2012-0316. Candidates who wish to be considered under both Public (US Citizens)and Merit Promotion procedures must apply to both announcements.
  • Aviation Operations Director - Job Announcement Number:
    HRSC/INL-2012-0045
    Location Name:
    Kabul, Afghanistan
    Government Agency Subelement Name:
    Department of State - Agency Wide
    Occupation Code:
    Aircraft Operation
    Pay Plan:
    GS
    Appointment Duration:
    Term
    Opening Date:
    Tuesday, May 15, 2012
    Closing Date:
    Wednesday, May 30, 2012
    Job Status:
    Full-Time
    Salary:
    $99,628.00 to $129,517.00 / Per Year
    Pay Grade(s):
    15 to 15
    Who May Apply:
    Public
    Job Summary:
    This position is located in the Department of State, Bureau for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, Office of Aviation. The incumbent serves as the senior in-country aviation advisor and provides program implementation, direction, mission execution, contract oversight, compliance, and evaluation in support of all Department of State funded aviation transportation services.
  • Supervisory Foreign Affairs Officer - Job Announcement Number:
    HRSC-J/TIP-2012-0001
    Location Name:
    Washington DC,District of Columbia (Washington, DC, US)
    Government Agency Subelement Name:
    Department of State - Agency Wide
    Occupation Code:
    Foreign Affairs
    Pay Plan:
    GS
    Appointment Duration:
    Permanent
    Opening Date:
    Tuesday, May 15, 2012
    Closing Date:
    Tuesday, May 22, 2012
    Job Status:
    Full-Time
    Salary:
    $123,758.00 to $155,500.00 / Per Year
    Pay Grade(s):
    15 to 15
    Who May Apply:
    Public
    Job Summary:
    The incumbent of this position serves as the Senior Coordinator for the International Programs team. This person is accountable and responsible for the Department's success in establishing, monitoring and evaluating international anti-trafficking in persons programs. The incumbent will also supervise a team of program analysts and foreign affairs specialist and directs their day-to-day work load. This position is also being announced through Merit Promotion procedures under Announcement # HRSC-J/TIP-2012-0003. Candidates who wish to be considered under both Public (US Citizens) and Merit Promotion procedures must apply to both announcements.
  • Staff Accountant - Job Announcement Number:
    RM-2012-0058
    Location Name:
    Washington DC,District of Columbia (Washington, DC, US)
    Government Agency Subelement Name:
    Department of State - Agency Wide
    Occupation Code:
    Accounting
    Pay Plan:
    GS
    Appointment Duration:
    Permanent
    Opening Date:
    Tuesday, May 15, 2012
    Closing Date:
    Tuesday, May 29, 2012
    Job Status:
    Full-Time
    Salary:
    $105,211.00 to $136,771.00 / Per Year
    Pay Grade(s):
    14 to 14
    Who May Apply:
    Public
    Job Summary:
    This position is also being announced through Merit Promotion procedures under Announcement # RM-2012-0047. Candidates who wish to be considered under both Public (US Citizens)and Merit Promotion procedures must apply to both announcements.
  • Program Analyst - Job Announcement Number:
    DS-2012-0313
    Location Name:
    District of Columbia,District of Columbia (Arlington, VA)
    Government Agency Subelement Name:
    Department of State - Agency Wide
    Occupation Code:
    Management And Program Analysis
    Pay Plan:
    GS
    Appointment Duration:
    Permanent
    Opening Date:
    Wednesday, May 16, 2012
    Closing Date:
    Friday, May 25, 2012
    Job Status:
    Full-Time
    Salary:
    $51,630.00 to $67,114.00 / Per Year
    Pay Grade(s):
    09 to 09
    Who May Apply:
    Public
    Job Summary:
    This position is located in the Overseas Criminal Investigations Branch, Criminal Investigations Division, Office of Investigations and Counterintelligence, Bureau of Diplomatic Security. The branch is responsible for the investigation and coordination of criminal cases related to international and domestic passport or visa offenses, for providing guidance and oversight of the agencys criminal investigative policies, for providing case support to field units conducting investigations, and for maintaining liaison with other Departments or law enforcement agencies. The incumbent of this position is responsible for providing managerial support and assistance to DS Special Agents, and other investigative personnel, and coordinates overseas criminal investigations. This position is also being announced through Merit Promotion procedures under Announcement # DS-2012-0312. Candidates who wish to be considered under both Public (US Citizens) and Merit Promotion procedures must apply to both announcements.
  • Supervisory Budget Analyst - Job Announcement Number:
    RM-2012-0050
    Location Name:
    Washington DC,District of Columbia (Washington, DC, US)
    Government Agency Subelement Name:
    Department of State - Agency Wide
    Occupation Code:
    Budget Analysis
    Pay Plan:
    GS
    Appointment Duration:
    Permanent
    Opening Date:
    Thursday, May 03, 2012
    Closing Date:
    Thursday, May 17, 2012
    Job Status:
    Full-Time
    Salary:
    $123,758.00 to $155,500.00 / Per Year
    Pay Grade(s):
    15 to 15
    Who May Apply:
    Public
    Job Summary:
    This position is located in the Bureau of Resource Management, Office of Budget and Planning (RM/BP). The Office of Budget and Planning is primarily responsible for presenting appropriations requests and financial plans to OMB, the President, and the Congress and then ensuring available resources are optimally allocated to achieve Department-wide strategic goals. The Office manages a network of Department budget and financial management processes and activities in order to operate a worldwide program for budget formulation, presentation and execution. As a Supervisory Budget Analyst, you will report to the Managing Director of the Office of Resource Planning and Budget information. The incumbent manages and supervises a professional staff of analysts in carrying out the office's duties in support of RM/BP's overall responsibilities. This position is also being announced through Merit Promotion procedures under Announcement RM-2012-0049. Candidates who wish to be considered under both Public (US Citizens)and Merit Promotion procedures must apply to both announcements. This is a supervisory position.
  • Information Technology Specialist (APPSW) - Job Announcement Number:
    IIP-2012-0025
    Location Name:
    District of Columbia,District of Columbia
    Government Agency Subelement Name:
    Department of State - Agency Wide
    Occupation Code:
    Information Technology Management
    Pay Plan:
    GS
    Appointment Duration:
    Permanent
    Opening Date:
    Monday, May 07, 2012
    Closing Date:
    Monday, May 21, 2012
    Job Status:
    Full-Time
    Salary:
    $89,033.00 to $115,742.00 / Per Year
    Pay Grade(s):
    13 to 13
    Who May Apply:
    Public
    Job Summary:
    This position is located in the Mission Activity Tracker Division, Office of Applications, Managing Director for Content Support Services (IIP/CSS/APP/MAT). IIP/CSS/APP/MAT is responsible (1) for developing, implementing, and maintaining custom software specifically developed for Public Diplomacy (PD) programs, domestically and overseas; (2) for managing the use of software and the exchange of IT information with other Federal Agencies, the private sector and non-government organizations (NGOs) who participate in the Department's various education and cultural exchange programs; and (3) for providing advice to IIP/CSS, Bureau, and Department managers on technical, operational, and administrative matters related to IIP/CSS's software and its development, enhancement, and maintenance. This position is also being announced through Merit Promotion procedures under Announcement # IIP-2012-0026. Candidates who wish to be considered under both Public (US Citizens)and Merit Promotion procedures must apply to both announcements.
  • Civil Engineer (structural) - Job Announcement Number:
    OBO-2012-0081
    Location Name:
    Washington,Virginia
    Government Agency Subelement Name:
    Department of State - Agency Wide
    Occupation Code:
    Civil Engineering
    Pay Plan:
    GS
    Appointment Duration:
    Permanent
    Opening Date:
    Monday, May 07, 2012
    Closing Date:
    Monday, May 21, 2012
    Job Status:
    Full-Time
    Salary:
    $89,033.00 to $136,771.00 / Per Year
    Pay Grade(s):
    13 to 14
    Who May Apply:
    Public
    Job Summary:
    This position is located in the Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations, Program Development, Coordination and Support Directorate, Office of Design and Engineering, Civil/Structural Engineering Division (OBO/PDCS/DE/CSE). The Office provides an array of facility design-related consulting services to DoS offices and overseas posts. The incumbent serves as a senior Civil Engineer, providing advice and assistance on design, plans and specifications for civil and structural engineering aspects of buildings owned, leased, or under construction or renovation by the Bureau. Overseas and Domestic travel may be required. Statement of Employment Financial Interest required prior to appointment.
  • Program Support Specialist - Job Announcement Number:
    ECA-2012-0078
    Location Name:
    Washington DC Metro Area,District of Columbia
    Government Agency Subelement Name:
    Department of State - Agency Wide
    Occupation Code:
    Miscellaneous Administration And Program
    Pay Plan:
    GS
    Appointment Duration:
    Permanent
    Opening Date:
    Tuesday, May 08, 2012
    Closing Date:
    Tuesday, May 22, 2012
    Job Status:
    Full-Time
    Salary:
    $51,630.00 to $67,114.00 / Per Year
    Pay Grade(s):
    09 to 09
    Who May Apply:
    Public
    Job Summary:
    This position is located in the North Africa, Near East, South and Central Asia Branch Regional Programs Division, Office of International Visitors, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), Department of State (DOS).
  • Information Technology Specialist - Job Announcement Number:
    CA-2012-0039
    Location Name:
    Washington DC Metro Area, DC
    Government Agency Subelement Name:
    Department of State - Agency Wide
    Occupation Code:
    Information Technology Management
    Pay Plan:
    GS
    Appointment Duration:
    Permanent
    Opening Date:
    Friday, November 18, 2011
    Closing Date:
    Friday, November 16, 2012
    Job Status:
    Full-Time
    Salary:
    $54,032.00 to $81,204.00 / Per Year
    Pay Grade(s):
    09 to 11
    Who May Apply:
    Public
    Job Summary:
    This position is located in the Office of Consular Systems and Technology, Bureau of Consular Affairs (CA/CST). The Bureau was established under the Immigration and Nationality Act. The Bureau assists American citizens traveling or living abroad, issues visas to foreign nationals who wish to visit or reside in the United States, and adjudicates and processes U.S. citizens' applications for passports, the nations' premier identity document. The Office of Consular Systems and Technology provides a full range of systems support for the Consular function worldwide through the planning, design, development, implementation, installation, and ongoing support of automated systems. **** This vacancy announcement is opening a standing inventory of eligible applicants. It will be used to fill immediate and future vacancies for Information Technology Specialist. If qualified, you will have eligibility for 60 days. To continue to be considered for this vacancy, you must reactivate your application before the expiration date by logging into Gateway to State and viewing / modifying your core or vacancy questions and clicking the "finish" or "done" button at the end of the application process and wait to be returned to USAJOBS. Your name will be referred for employment consideration based on your rating and geographic availability, if applicable. Lists of qualified candidates will be referred periodically for employment consideration based on the hiring needs of the Department of State. NOTE: Applications received by the initial cut-off date, 1/20/2012, will receive first employment consideration. After the initial cut-off date, if necessary, applications will be reviewed after subsequent cut-off dates of 3/21/2012, 5/21/2012, 7/23/2012, 9/24/2012 and closing date of 11/15/2012. APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED FROM: All Sources
  • Information Technology Specialist - Job Announcement Number:
    CA-2012-0040
    Location Name:
    Washington DC, District of Columbia (Washington, DC, US)
    Government Agency Subelement Name:
    Department of State - Agency Wide
    Occupation Code:
    Information Technology Management
    Pay Plan:
    GS
    Appointment Duration:
    Permanent
    Opening Date:
    Friday, November 18, 2011
    Closing Date:
    Friday, November 16, 2012
    Job Status:
    Full-Time
    Salary:
    $74,872.00 to $115,742.00 / Per Year
    Pay Grade(s):
    12 to 13
    Who May Apply:
    Public
    Job Summary:
    This position is located in the Office of Consular Systems and Technology, Bureau of Consular Affairs (CA/CST). The Bureau was established under the Immigration and Nationality Act. The Bureau assists American citizens traveling or living abroad, issues visas to foreign nationals who wish to visit or reside in the United States, and adjudicates and processes U.S. citizens' applications for passports, the nations' premier identity document. The Office of Consular Systems and Technology provides a full range of systems support for the Consular function worldwide through the planning, design, development, implementation, installation, and ongoing support of automated systems. **** This vacancy announcement is opening a standing inventory of eligible applicants. It will be used to fill immediate and future vacancies for Information Technology Specialist. If qualified, you will have eligibility for 60 days. To continue to be considered for this vacancy, you must reactivate your application before the expiration date by logging into Gateway to State and viewing / modifying your core or vacancy questions and clicking the "finish" or "done" button at the end of the application process and wait to be returned to USAJOBS. Your name will be referred for employment consideration based on your rating and geographic availability, if applicable. Lists of qualified candidates will be referred periodically for employment consideration based on the hiring needs of the Department of State. NOTE: Applications received by the initial cut-off date, 1/20/2012, will receive first employment consideration. After the initial cut-off date, if necessary, applications will be reviewed after subsequent cut-off dates of 1/20/2012, 3/21/2012, 5/21/2012, 7/23/2012, 9/24/2012 and closing date of 11/16/2012. APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED FROM: All Sources
Student Programs: Internship, fellowships and other programs for Graduate, Undergraduate and High School students +

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PLEASE NOTE: There are several student programs that do not use the Gateway to State/USAJobs online application process (Workforce Recruitment Program, STEP, SCEP, PMF, Pamela Harriman Foreign Service Fellowships, Council of American Ambassadors Fellowships).

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Limited Non-Career Appointments: Consular Adjudicators +

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For more information and to start the online application process, please visit the appropriate Consular Adjudicator page for a position that requires fluency in Spanish, Portuguese, or Mandarin. Or post your questions and view specific career-related topics in the Consular Adjudicator Forum (http://careers.state.gov/engage/forums/consular-adjudicators).

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Professional Fellowships: for mid/upper-level professionals, and Diplomacy Fellows/PMF for grads/post-grads +

Whether you’re a mid- or senior-level professional in the private sector, state or local government, the non-profit world, a tenured or tenure-track academic, or a PhD scientist or an engineer with work experience, one of our professional fellowships may be right for you. These unique programs allow experienced professionals and academics to serve with the United States Government (USG) and work on global issues of vital importance to America, such as counterterrorism, human rights, international development assistance, nonproliferation, and healthy ecosystems.

If you’re ready to apply your expertise and experience to diplomacy, the U.S. Department of State’s professional fellowships are the perfect place to start. You may find a fellowship that fits your background among these opportunities:

If you’re a student, the Presidential Management Fellows Program is a training and development program that provides opportunities for outstanding graduate students to enter the Civil Service. The Diplomacy Fellows Program provides an opportunity for participants in nine fellowship programs to advance to the Foreign Service Oral Assessment, for the competitive selection of entry level Foreign Service Officer Candidates.

Afghanistan Jobs +

The U.S. Department of State is hiring highly skilled and motivated U.S. citizens to work at the U.S. Embassy in Kabul, in east central Afghanistan.

This is a unique opportunity to serve our nation by encouraging better communication between countries to foster democratic ideals, improved human rights, and a healthier global environment.

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  • English Language Program Manager (Afghanistan) - Job Announcement Number:
    PASO-2012-0055
    Location Name:
    Washington DC,District of Columbia (Washington, DC, US)
    Government Agency Subelement Name:
    Department of State - Agency Wide
    Occupation Code:
    General Education And Training
    Pay Plan:
    AD
    Appointment Duration:
    Term
    Opening Date:
    Friday, May 11, 2012
    Closing Date:
    Friday, May 25, 2012
    Job Status:
    Full-Time
    Salary:
    $74,872.00 to $115,742.00 / Per Year
    Pay Grade(s):
    05 to 05
    Who May Apply:
    Public
    Job Summary:
    Under this temporary appointment, compensation includes salary plus danger pay and post differentials paid at the rate of 35% each. Please see benefits section for specific details. THIS POSITION IS BASED IN AFGHANISTAN. The incumbent is assigned to the Public Affairs Section, U.S. Embassy Kabul in Kabul, Afghanistan, with the possibility of travel throughout Afghanistan. The mission of the Public Affairs Section is to plan and implement U.S. Government public diplomacy strategies and programs that support the achievement of U.S. foreign policy goals and objectives, advance national interests, and enhance national security in the U.S. relationship with Afghanistan. The incumbent reports to the Embassys Cultural Affairs Officer (CAO) and through the CAO, to the Counselor for Public Affairs and the Director of Communications and Public Diplomacy. As English Language Program Manager (ELM), the incumbent manages a portfolio of State Department-funded English language programs for Afghans in Afghanistan, as well as English language programs for Afghans in India, Malaysia, and other regional countries. The incumbent also serves as a liaison with the Afghan Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Higher Education, national universities, private universities, training institutes, provincial education offices, and non-government organizations involved in promoting higher education for Afghans. You are encouraged to read the entire announcement before you submit your application package. Your application may not get full consideration if you do not follow the instructions as outlined.
  • CDDEA SENIOR ADVISOR AND PROGRAM MANAGER (Afghanistan) - Job Announcement Number:
    PASO-2012-0054
    Location Name:
    Washington DC,District of Columbia (Washington, DC, US)
    Government Agency Subelement Name:
    Department of State - Agency Wide
    Occupation Code:
    Miscellaneous Administration And Program
    Pay Plan:
    AD
    Appointment Duration:
    Term
    Opening Date:
    Wednesday, May 02, 2012
    Closing Date:
    Wednesday, May 16, 2012
    Job Status:
    Full-Time
    Salary:
    $105,211.00 to $155,500.00 / Per Year
    Pay Grade(s):
    IV to IV
    Who May Apply:
    Public
    Job Summary:
    Under this temporary appointment, compensation includes salary plus danger pay and post differentials paid at the rate of 35% each. Please see benefits section for specific details. The incumbent of this position is assigned to the Office of the Coordinating Director for Development and Economic Affairs (CDDEA), U.S. Embassy Kabul, Kabul, Afghanistan. The incumbent will be embedded into the Afghan Public Protection Force (APPF) Advisory Group, located at Camp Eggers, with frequent trips from Camp Eggers to the APPF Headquarters in Kabul. The APPF Advisory Group (AAG), a part of International Security Assistance Force (ISAF), was established to oversee the APPF effort and to work with the Afghan Ministry of the Interior to increase the capability of the APPF to provide security services and to take over responsibility for security services from private security companies. The incumbent reports to the Coordinating Director and to the Director of the AAG. You are encouraged to read the entire announcement before you submit your application package. Your application may not get full consideration if you do not follow the instructions as outlined.
Iraq Jobs +

Currently, the Iraq Transition Assistance Office (ITAO) is hiring highly skilled and motivated United States citizens, including current permanent Federal employees on behalf of the Department of State to serve our nation in Iraq’s "International Zone" — an area of approximately five square kilometers, about 6 miles from the Baghdad International Airport (BIAP). The U.S. Department of State’s mission is to support the rights of the Iraqi people as they govern themselves, defend their country, and rebuild their economy.

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