Overview

Hiring Path:

• Open to the public

Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:

All Interested Applicants / All Sources

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 qualities of overseas employees at this link:https://careers.state.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Eight-Qualities-of-Overseas-Employees.pdf\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 (2 weeks) of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Supervisory Position:

No

Relocation Expenses Reimbursed:

No

Travel Required:

Occasional Travel

Occasional travels for training outside of host country; local trips to American Corners and grantees in host country, etc.

Duties

The Public Engagement Assistant (Librarian) provides research, outreach, and collection services of a wide scope. Researches electronic and paper-based resources for the American Center Monrovia (ACM), and responds to complex inquiries for information from Liberian users of the American Center Monrovia, Public Affairs staff, and other agencies at post. Develops and maintains contact with target audience members. Contributes to the outreach program and assists with collection development. Position serves under the direct supervision of the Public Engagement Specialist and has no supervisory responsibilities. Coordinates interns in the ACM.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE:

One year specialized experience in the field of library science is required.

JOB KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge of Liberian culture and customs, as well as knowledge of the educational needs of Liberian youth required. Knowledge of electronic retrieval and delivery tools, in particular the Internet and standard information science practices and procedures required. This may be tested. Knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel required.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in English, communications, library science, international relations, business, or local equivalent is required.

Evaluations:

LANGUAGE:

Level 4 (Fluent) writing/reading/speaking of English is required. Incumbent must communicate effectively in English to both Liberian and U.S. audiences. This will be tested.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Ability to acquire quickly a good understanding of Mission’s Integrated Country Strategy and the primary responsibilities of other Embassy sections are required. Must be capable of drafting correspondence and reports in English, and have excellent written and oral communication skills. This may be tested. Skills in Microsoft Office are required.

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.

Qualifications:

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

How to Apply

How to Apply:

All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public Trust Clearance.

To apply for this position click the “Apply now” button below. For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.

Required Documents:

Please provide the required documentation listed below with your application:

• • Residency and/or Work Permit (For Non-Liberians not on the order of a US Direct Hire assigned at US Embassy in Liberia)

• • Degree copy (not transcript)

• • Language Scores (if available)

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

• • SF-50 (if applicable)

Next Steps:

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 Liberia.