Boat Pilot Jobs at U.S. Embassy in Lagos

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Job Title: Boat Pilot, FSN-02/FP-DD

Ref: A52973, A52974, A01000

Location: LAGOS – U.S. CONSULATE GENERAL

Subject: Boat Pilot – 3 Positions

OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates

Organisation: United States Mission, Lagos

WORK HOURS: Full-time; 48 hours/week

SALARY: OR-Ordinarily Resident: N 1,393,164 per annum

(Starting basic Salary)

Position Grade: FSN-02

In addition to the basic salary, all allowances will be paid in accordance with the U.S. Mission Local Compensation Plan (LCP).

NOR-Not Ordinarily Resident:

EFM/MOH – US$17,803 (Starting Salary) per annum.

Position Grade: FP-DD

BASIC FUNCTION OF THE POSITION:

•   The incumbent operates and pilots U.S. Government boats and maintains the boat engines and other boat equipment.

•   It is the operators' responsibility to ensure the boat is seaworthy and in safe operating condition prior to leaving the dock.

•   The operator will inspect the boat and determine that all required operational and safety equipment is on board and in proper working condition.

•   He/she must verify that all safety rules including proper distribution of weight, and regulations pertaining to boat usage are adhered to, and report any violations to the General Services Office immediately.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

NOTE: All applicants MUST address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each criterion or the application will not be considered.

1. Basic Literacy is required.

2. Minimum of two (2) years of professional boat piloting experience on Lagos coast and near offshore waters is required.

3. Knowledge of boat and outboard motor operation and maintenance is required.

4. Level II (Limited knowledge) written and oral English is required. Level III (Good working knowledge) of any local language is required.

5. Thorough knowledge of Lagos Lagoon, creaks, and near offshore waters is required.

6. Must have current boat piloting license. Must be able to swim 50 meters continuously in open water.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested applicants for this position MUST submit the following, or the application will not be considered:

1. Application for U.S. Federal Employment (DS-174) ; plus.

2. Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application.

3. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.

4. A type-written and signed application letter specifically applying for this position, and addressing the minimum requirements as advertised. Please reference the job title and announcement number on the application letter.

Instructions for Completing DS-174

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:

Human Resources Office Abuja

Plot 1075 Dip. Drive Central District, Abuja

Attention: Recruitment.

Email Address: HRNigeria@state.gov

POINT OF CONTACT

Telephone: 09-461-4000 ext 4261

Fax: 09-461-4036

Deadline: 22 May 2012.

Source: United States Mission Nigeria Job Vacancy Announcement

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