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We are currently accepting applications for the following positions:

Open to All Interested Candidates:

Applicants must address each required qualification listed in the vacancy announcement with

specific and comprehensive information supporting each item. Failure to do so may result in a

determination that the applicant is not qualified.

Vacancy Announcement No. / Position Title

Bangkok

FSN#2017/59(T)/ Engineering Assistant FSN#2017/59/ Engineering Assistant FSN#2017/97/Medical Research Scientist

FSN#2017/121(T)/ Thermography Technician

FSN#2017/121/ Thermography Technician FSN#2017/126 (T)/ Engineering Technician (BAS), Trainee

FSN#2017/126/ Engineering Technician (BAS)

FSN#2017/128(T)/Painter

FSN#2017/128/Painter FSN#2017/134/ Carpenter Foreman FSN#2017/139(T)/ Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanic

FSN#2017/139/ Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanic

FSN#2017/141/ Program Management Assistant

U.S. Mission Bangkok Vacancy Announcement Number: FSN#2017/59(T)

OPEN TO: All Interested Candidates / All Sources

The “Open To” category listed above refers to candidates who are eligible to apply for this position. The “Open

To” category should not be confused with a “hiring preference” which is explained later in this vacancy

announcement.

POSITION: Engineering Assistant, Trainee

OPENING DATE: April 7, 2017

CLOSING DATE: November 30, 2017

WORK HOURS: Full-time 40 hours/week

SALARY: Ordinarily Resident (OR): FSN-8 THB 628,040 p.a.

Not-Ordinarily Resident (NOR): FP-6* *Final grade/step for NORs will be determined by Washington.

ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS (See Appendix for definition) MUST HAVE THE

REQUIRED RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.

The U.S. Mission in Bangkok is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Engineering Assistant.

NOTE: Due to the high volume of applications received, we will only contact applicants who are being considered.

Thank you for your understanding.

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION

The work cooperatively within the Engineering Division. The Job Holder will have primary responsibilities for

quantity surveying, project supervision, inspection, and collaborative responsibility in project design.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Applicants must address each required qualification listed below with specific information supporting each

item. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.

“Applicants applying for FSN# 2017/59 (T) will be considered for FSN# 2017/59. Therefore, applicants need only

apply for one of these two vacancy announcements to be considered.”

1. EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is required.

2. EXPERIENCE: A minimum of two years progressive experience in maintenance and repair or construction

engineering field from multinational organization is required. Must have an experience in direction and control of

planning, design, construction, cost estimating, inspection of facilities, and scheduling work, including writing

Bill of Materials, and preparing engineering/technical documents.

3. LANGUAGE: Level IV (Fluent) speaking/reading/writing in Thai and English is required. A copy of valid

TOEIC score of at least 855 is required with your application before the deadline.

4. SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Must have a first level of Thai Professional Engineering License and valid local driving license. (Copy of

licenses is required with application).

Ability to manage, supervise and train a maintenance workforce, manage large amounts of written data and

documentation, read/interpret schematic diagrams, blueprints and technical handbooks.

Ability to operate computers in both English and Thai and work harmoniously with other Embassy personal.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: The complete position description listing all of the duties and responsibilities

may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office at [email protected] or call 02-205-4463.

HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: When qualified, 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**

* IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of the most

recent Member Copy Four (4) of the DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, and, if

applicable, a letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. If claiming conditional eligibility for U.S.

Veterans’ preference, applicants must submit proof of conditional eligibility. If the written documentation confirming

eligibility is not received in the HR office by the closing date of the vacancy announcement, the U.S. Veterans’

preference will not be considered in the application process. Mission HR’s decision on eligibility for U.S. Veterans’

preference after reviewing all required documentation is final.

** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP.

ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA:

1. Management may consider any of the following when determining successful candidacy: nepotism, conflicts of

interest, budget, and residency status.

2. Current OR employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply. Current OR employees with an

Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance

Report (EPR) are not eligible to apply.

3. Current NOR employees hired on a Family Member Appointment (FMA) or a Personal Service Agreement

(PSA) are not eligible to apply within the first 90 calendar days of their employment, unless they have a When

Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.

4. The candidate must be able to obtain and hold the following: local security certification and medical clearance.

5. Candidates who are EFMs, USEFMs, AEFMs, or MOHs must have at least nine months remaining on their

sponsor’s tour of duty to be considered eligible to apply for this position.

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants must submit the following documents to be considered. Failure to do so may result

in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.

1. Universal Application for Employment (UAE) (Form DS-174), which is available on our website or by

contacting Human Resources. (See “For Further Information” above);

2. Any additional documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed above (e.g. transcripts, degrees,

TOEIC, sponsor’s order, visa and residency permits etc.) Failure to do so may result in a determination that the

applicant is not qualified.

WHERE TO APPLY:

Regional Human Resources Office: Talent Recruitment and Staffing Unit

E-mail Address: [email protected]

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: 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,

mailto:[email protected]


political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal

employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs. The EEO

complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon

marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate

grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.

Appendix (DEFINITIONS)

Eligible Family Member (EFM): An EFM for employment purposes is an individual who meets all of the

following criteria:

U.S. Citizen or not a U.S. Citizen; and

Spouse or same-sex domestic partner (as defined in 3 FAM 1610); or

Child, who is unmarried and under 21 years of age or, regardless of age, is incapable of self-support; or

Parent (including stepparents and legally adoptive parents) of employee, spouse, or same-sex domestic partner,

when such parent is at least 51 percent dependent on the employee for support; or

Sister or brother (including stepsisters and stepbrothers, or adoptive sisters or brothers) of the employee, spouse,

or same-sex domestic partner when such sibling is at least 51 percent dependent on the employee for support, unmarried, and under 21 years of age, or regardless of age, incapable of self-support; and

Listed on the travel orders or approved Form OF-126 of a sponsoring employee, i.e., a direct-hire Foreign

Service, Civil Service, or uniformed service member who is permanently assigned to or stationed abroad or, as appropriate, at an office of the American Institute in Taiwan; and

Is under chief of mission authority.

U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM): A USEFM for employment purposes is an individual who meets

all of the following criteria:

U.S. Citizen; and

Spouse or same-sex domestic partner (as defined in 3 FAM 1610) of the sponsoring employee; or

Child of the sponsoring employee who is unmarried and at least 18 years old; and


Service, Civil Service, or uniformed service member who is permanently assigned to or stationed abroad or, as

appropriate, at an office of the American Institute in Taiwan; and resides at the sponsoring employee’s post of

assignment abroad, or as appropriate, at an office of the American Institute in Taiwan; and is under chief of

mission authority; or

Resides at an Involuntary Separate Maintenance Allowance (ISMA) location authorized under 3 FAM 3232.2; or

Currently receives a U.S. Government retirement annuity or pension from a career in the U.S. Foreign Service or

Civil Service.

Appointment Eligible Family Member (AEFM): An AEFM for employment purposes is an individual who meets


U.S. Citizen; and





appropriate, at an office of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT); and

Is under chief of mission authority; and

Is residing at the sponsoring employee's post of assignment abroad or, as appropriate, at an office of the American Institute in Taiwan; and

Does NOT currently receive a U.S. Government retirement annuity or pension from a career in the U.S. Foreign

Service or Civil Service.

Member of Household (MOH): An individual who accompanies or joins a sponsoring employee, i.e., sponsor is a

direct hire employee under Chief of Mission authority, either Foreign Service, Civil Service, or uniformed service

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member who is permanently assigned to or stationed abroad at a U.S. mission, or at an office of the American

Institute in Taiwan. A MOH is an individual who meets the following criteria:

Not an EFM and therefore not on the travel orders or approved through form OF-126 Foreign Service Residence

and Dependency Report of the sponsoring employee; and

Officially declared by the sponsoring U.S. Government employee to the Chief of Mission (COM) as part of his or

her household and approved by the COM; and

Is a parent, grandparent, grandchild, unmarried partner, adult child, foreign born child in the process of being

adopted, father, mother, brother, sister, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in- law, brother-in-

law, sister-in-law, stepfather, stepmother, stepson, stepdaughter, stepbrother, stepsister, half-brother, or half-sister

who falls outside the Department’s current definition of Eligible Family Member 14 FAM 511.3. A MOH may

or may not be a U.S. Citizen.

Not Ordinarily Resident (NOR) – An individual who meets the following criteria:

An EFM, USEFM or AEFM of a direct-hire Foreign Service, Civil Service, or uniformed service member

permanently assigned or stationed abroad, or as appropriate, at an office of the American Institute in Taiwan; or

Has diplomatic privileges and immunities; and

Is eligible for compensation under the FS or GS salary schedule; and

Has a U.S. Social Security Number (SSN); and

Is not a citizen of the host country; and

Does not ordinarily reside in the host country; and

Is not subject to host country employment and tax laws.

Ordinarily Resident (OR) – An individual who meets the following criteria:

A citizen of the host country; or

A non-citizen of the host country (including a U.S. citizen or a third-country national) who is locally resident and

has legal and/or permanent resident status within the host country and/or who is a holder of a non-diplomatic visa/work and/or residency permit; and/or

Is subject to host country employment and tax laws.

U.S. Mission Bangkok Vacancy Announcement Number: FSN#2017/59




announcement.

POSITION: Engineering Assistant

OPENING DATE: April 7, 2017




Not-Ordinarily Resident (NOR): FP-5 (Step 1 thru 4)* *Final grade/step for NORs will be determined by Washington.



The U.S. Mission in Bangkok is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Engineering Assistant.




The work cooperatively within the Engineering Division. The Job Holder will have primary responsibilities for

quantity surveying, project supervision, inspection, and collaborative responsibility in project design.




“Applicants applying for FSN# 2017/59 will be considered for FSN# 2017/59(T). Therefore, applicants need only


1. EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is required.

2. EXPERIENCE: A minimum of three years progressive experience in maintenance and repair or construction

engineering field from multinational organization is required. Must have an experience in direction and control of

planning, design, construction, cost estimating, inspection of facilities, and scheduling work, including writing

Bill of Materials, and preparing engineering/technical documents.

3. LANGUAGE: Level IV (Fluent) speaking/reading/writing in Thai and English is required. A copy of valid

TOEIC score of at least 855 is required with your application before the deadline


Must have a first level of Thai Professional Engineering License and valid local driving license. (Copy of

licenses is required with application).

Ability to manage, supervise and train a maintenance workforce, manage large amounts of written data and

documentation, read/interpret schematic diagrams, blueprints and technical handbooks.

Ability to operate computers in both English and Thai and work harmoniously with other Embassy personal.









(2) AEFM / USEFM

(3) FS on LWOP**




























WHERE TO APPLY:














following criteria:













U.S. Citizen; and










Civil Service.



U.S. Citizen; and









































The “Open To” category listed above refers to candidates who are eligible to apply for this

position. The “Open To” category should not be confused with a “hiring preference” which is

explained later in this vacancy announcement.

POSITION: Medical Research Scientist

(This position is expected to start around June 2018)

OPENING DATE: June 23, 2017

CLOSING DATE: January 18, 2018


SALARY: Ordinarily Resident (OR): FSN-12 THB 1,816,693 p.a.


ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS (See Appendix for definition) MUST HAVE

THE REQUIRED RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.

The U.S. Mission on Rajvithi Road, Bangkok is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of

Medical Research Scientist.

NOTE: Due to the high volume of applications received, we will only contact applicants who are being

considered. Thank you for your understanding.


Serve as Chief of Field Operations under the Clinical Trials Section of the Department of Immunology and

Medicine. Conducts basic and applied research in support of the Department of Immunology and Medicine

mission. Develops and coordinates activities with Thai scientific, public health and medical communities to

support department research mission. Serves as consultant to the Chief, Department of Immunology and

Medicine on matters relating to the proper enrollment and recruitment of potential Thai study participants.

Manages daily operations of the Field Studies Laboratory Section. Travels, as necessary, to support the

development and execution of on going and new departmental research protocols. Maintains proficiency in

all aspects of Good Laboratory and Clinical Practice. Maintains proficiency in written and spoken English.


Applicants must address each required qualification listed below with specific information supporting

each item. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.

1. EDUCATION: MD degree and Thai medical certification or credentials in a medical specialty are

required.

2. EXPERIENCE: A minimum of six years’ clinical, field or Laboratory experience in tropical medicine

research or epidemiology is required.

3. LANGUAGE: Level IV (Fluent) Speaking/Reading/Writing English is required. A copy of valid

TOEIC score (listening and reading) of at least 855 is required with your application before the deadline.

4. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Skills of statistical analysis and interpretation of biomedical research data

and ability to prepare of scientific documents and manuscripts are required.

5. JOB KNOWLEDGE: Working knowledge of basic and applied research methodology, epidemiology,

parasitological and infectious diseases.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: The complete position description listing all of the duties and

responsibilities may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office at [email protected]

or call 02-205-4463.

HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: When qualified, 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.


(1) AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran* (2) AEFM / USEFM (3) FS on LWOP**

* IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of

the most recent Member Copy Four (4) of the DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active

Duty, and, if applicable, a letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. If claiming conditional

eligibility for U.S. Veterans’ preference, applicants must submit proof of conditional eligibility. If the

written documentation confirming eligibility is not received in the HR office by the closing date of the

vacancy announcement, the U.S. Veterans’ preference will not be considered in the application process.

Mission HR’s decision on eligibility for U.S. Veterans’ preference after reviewing all required

documentation is final.



1. Management may consider any of the following when determining successful candidacy: nepotism,

conflicts of interest, budget, and residency status.

2. Current OR employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply. Current OR employees

with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent

Employee Performance Report (EPR) are not eligible to apply.

3. Current NOR employees hired on a Family Member Appointment (FMA) or a Personal Service

Agreement (PSA) are not eligible to apply within the first 90 calendar days of their employment,

unless they have a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.

4. The candidate must be able to obtain and hold the following: local security certification and medical

clearance.

5. Candidates who are EFMs, USEFMs, AEFMs, or MOHs must have at least nine months remaining on

their sponsor’s tour of duty to be considered eligible to apply for this position.

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants must submit the following documents to be considered. Failure to do so

may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.




2. Any additional documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed above (e.g.

transcripts, degrees, TOEIC, sponsor’s order, visa and residency permits etc.) Failure to do so


WHERE TO APPLY:



EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: 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. The Department of State also

strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity

enhancement programs. The EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they

have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such

complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited

personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.



following criteria:


Spouse or same-sex domestic partner (as defined in 3 FAM 1610); or Child, who is unmarried and under 21 years of age or, regardless of age, is incapable of self-support; or Parent (including stepparents and legally adoptive parents) of employee, spouse, or same-sex domestic

partner, when such parent is at least 51 percent dependent on the employee for support; or

Sister or brother (including stepsisters and stepbrothers, or adoptive sisters or brothers) of the employee, spouse, or same-sex domestic partner when such sibling is at least 51 percent dependent on the employee for support, unmarried, and under 21 years of age, or regardless of age, incapable of self-support; and

Listed on the travel orders or approved Form OF-126 of a sponsoring employee, i.e., a direct-hire Foreign Service, Civil Service, or uniformed service member who is permanently assigned to or stationed abroad or, as appropriate, at an office of the American Institute in Taiwan; and


U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Member (USEFM): A USEFM for employment purposes is an individual

who meets all of the following criteria:

U.S. Citizen; and Spouse or same-sex domestic partner (as defined in 3 FAM 1610) of the sponsoring employee; or Child of the sponsoring employee who is unmarried and at least 18 years old; and

Listed on the travel orders or approved Form OF-126 of a sponsoring employee, i.e., a direct-hire

Foreign Service, Civil Service, or uniformed service member who is permanently assigned to or

stationed abroad or, as appropriate, at an office of the American Institute in Taiwan; and resides at the

sponsoring employee’s post of assignment abroad, or as appropriate, at an office of the American

Institute in Taiwan; and is under chief of mission authority; or

Resides at an Involuntary Separate Maintenance Allowance (ISMA) location authorized under 3 FAM



3232.2; or Currently receives a U.S. Government retirement annuity or pension from a career in the U.S. Foreign


Appointment Eligible Family Member (AEFM): An AEFM for employment purposes is an individual



Listed on the travel orders or approved Form OF-126 of a sponsoring employee, i.e., a direct-hire Foreign Service, Civil Service, or uniformed service member who is permanently assigned to or stationed abroad or, as appropriate, at an office of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT); and



Does NOT currently receive a U.S. Government retirement annuity or pension from a career in the U.S. Foreign Service or Civil Service.

Member of Household (MOH): An individual who accompanies or joins a sponsoring employee, i.e.,

sponsor is a direct hire employee under Chief of Mission authority, either Foreign Service, Civil Service, or

uniformed service member who is permanently assigned to or stationed abroad at a U.S. mission, or at an

office of the American Institute in Taiwan. A MOH is an individual who meets the following criteria:

Not an EFM and therefore not on the travel orders or approved through form OF-126 Foreign Service

Residence and Dependency Report of the sponsoring employee; and

Officially declared by the sponsoring U.S. Government employee to the Chief of Mission (COM) as

part of his or her household and approved by the COM; and

Is a parent, grandparent, grandchild, unmarried partner, adult child, foreign born child in the process of

being adopted, father, mother, brother, sister, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-

law, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, stepfather, stepmother, stepson, stepdaughter, stepbrother, stepsister,

half-brother, or half-sister who falls outside the Department’s current definition of Eligible Family

Member 14 FAM 511.3. A MOH may or may not be a U.S. Citizen.


An EFM, USEFM or AEFM of a direct-hire Foreign Service, Civil Service, or uniformed service member permanently assigned or stationed abroad, or as appropriate, at an office of the American Institute in Taiwan; or

Has diplomatic privileges and immunities; and Is eligible for compensation under the FS or GS salary schedule; and Has a U.S. Social Security Number (SSN); and Is not a citizen of the host country; and Does not ordinarily reside in the host country; and Is not subject to host country employment and tax laws.


A citizen of the host country; or A non-citizen of the host country (including a U.S. citizen or a third-country national) who is locally

resident and has legal and/or permanent resident status within the host country and/or who is a holder of a non-diplomatic visa/work and/or residency permit; and/or







announcement.

POSITION: Thermography Technician, Trainee

OPENING DATE: September 8, 2017







The U.S. Mission in Bangkok is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Thermography

Technician.




The incumbent performs full electrical system inspection and analysis using infrared technology. S/He performs

infrared inspection for various governments held properties, building systems, and other US Government (USG)

leased properties as assigned. S/He performs immediately repairs for all cases that need emergency actions.




“Applicants applying for FSN# 2017/121(T) will be considered for FSN# 2017/121. Therefore, applicants need only


1. EDUCATION: Completion of high vocational in electrical or equivalent is required. Must possess three years

of some vocational training in electrical installation, mechanical installation, maintenance and repair or

preventive maintenance.

2. EXPERIENCE: A minimum of two years direct experience in maintenance, repair and installation of electrical

system is required.

3. LANGUAGE: Level III (Good Working Knowledge) Speaking/Reading/Writing English and Thai are required.

A copy of valid TOEIC score (Listening and Reading Section) of at least 600 is required with your application

before the deadline.

4. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: (This will be tested.)

Ability to drive and possess a local driver’s license is required. (A copy of Thai driver’s license is required with

application).

Ability to use the infrared technology equipment is required.

Ability to operate various hand tools, power and electronic equipment, and instruments is required.

Ability to produce journeyman-level quality and quantity of work is required.

Ability to use a computer is required.

Skills in manual and mechanical lifting, security and safety equipment are required.

5. JOB KNOWLEDGE: (This will be tested.)

Must know some local sources of materials and products, local cultures, customs and attitudes in each different

region.

Must possess a lot of skillful knowledge in electricity and must be enthusiastic to learn new technology.









(2) AEFM / USEFM

(3) FS on LWOP**





























WHERE TO APPLY:












following criteria:













U.S. Citizen; and










Civil Service.



U.S. Citizen; and












































announcement.

POSITION: Thermography Technician








The U.S. Mission in Bangkok is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Thermography

Technician.




The incumbent performs full electrical system inspection and analysis using infrared technology. S/He performs

infrared inspection for various governments held properties, building systems, and other US Government (USG)

leased properties as assigned. S/He performs immediately repairs for all cases that need emergency actions.






1. EDUCATION: Completion of high vocational in electrical or equivalent is required. Must possess three years

of some vocational training in electrical installation, mechanical installation, maintenance and repair or

preventive maintenance.

2. EXPERIENCE: A minimum of three years direct experience in maintenance, repair and installation of electrical

system is required.

3. LANGUAGE: Level III (Good Working Knowledge) Speaking/Reading/Writing English and Thai are required.

A copy of valid TOEIC score (Listening and Reading Section) of at least 600 is required with your application



Ability to drive and possess a local driver’s license is required. (A copy of Thai driver’s license is required with

application).

Ability to use the infrared technology equipment is required.

Ability to operate various hand tools, power and electronic equipment, and instruments is required.


Ability to use a computer is required.

Skills in manual and mechanical lifting, security and safety equipment are required.

5. JOB KNOWLEDGE: (This will be tested.)

Must know some local sources of materials and products, local cultures, customs and attitudes in each different

region.

Must possess a lot of skillful knowledge in electricity and must be enthusiastic to learn new technology.









(2) AEFM / USEFM

(3) FS on LWOP**





























WHERE TO APPLY:












following criteria:







Listed on the travel orders or approved Form OF-126 of a sponsoring employee, i.e., a direct-hire Foreign Service, Civil Service, or uniformed service member who is permanently assigned to or stationed abroad or, as

appropriate, at an office of the American Institute in Taiwan; and




U.S. Citizen; and










Civil Service.



U.S. Citizen; and








































U.S. Mission Bangkok

Vacancy Announcement Number: FSN#2017/126(T)


The “Open To” category listed above refers to candidates who are eligible to apply for this position.

The “Open To” category should not be confused with a “hiring preference” which is explained later in

this vacancy announcement.

POSITION: Engineering Technician (BAS), Trainee





Not-Ordinarily Resident (NOR): FP-6*

*Final grade/step for NORs will be determined by Washington.



The U.S. Mission in Bangkok is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Engineering

Technician (BAS).




The Building Automation Engineer (BAE) will work directly for the Operation Engineer and will be

responsible for the operation and maintenance of the building automated systems which is a computer and

micro–processor controlled building automated system management systems, such as; elevator, air

conditioning, fire suppression, potable water, fresh air make-up, fire alarms, and similar systems located

throughout the U.S Embassy buildings and compound. The BAE will oversee outsource contractor to

perform maintenance and troubleshooting actions for the following types of systems, air conditioning and

ventilation, electrical generators, switchgear and switchboard equipment, Elevator, Uninterrupted Power

System, fuel distribution systems, potable water and fire suppression system located throughout the U.S

Embassy buildings. The incumbent receives supervision from Operation Engineer.




1. EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is required.

2. EXPERIENCE: A minimum of two years’ experience in HVAC engineering or in other

mechanical or electrical field for building operation. The job holder must also have two years'

experience in operation and maintenance of building computer and microprocessor control system.

(This will be tested)

The acceptable experience substitution equivalent:

1. EDUCATION: College or university studies – At least two years of full-time, post-secondary study

at college or university is required.

2. EXPERIENCE: A minimum of four years’ experience in HVAC engineering or in other




3. LANGUAGE: Level III (Good Working Knowledge) speaking/writing/reading both Thai and

English (A copy of valid TOEIC score of at least 600 is required with your application before the

deadline.)

4. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: (This will be tested)

Ability to operate automatic building control system and its software as used in GOV facilities,

e.g. JCI-Metasys

Basic truck and common vehicle driving skill (Thai driver license is required to submit with the

application)

5. JOB KNOWLEDGE: (This will be tested)

A thorough knowledge of programming operations, and troubleshooting for computerized and

microprocessor controls.

Advanced knowledge in electrical and mechanical system, including construction practice.



or call 02-205-4463.






1. AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran* 2. AEFM / USEFM 3. FS on LWOP**














2. Current OR employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply. Current OR

employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most

recent Employee Performance Report (EPR) are not eligible to apply.





clearance.

5. Candidates who are EFMs, USEFMs, AEFMs, or MOHs must have at least nine months remaining

on their sponsor’s tour of duty to be considered eligible to apply for this position.



1. Universal Application for Employment (UAE) (Form DS-174), which is available on our website or

by contacting Human Resources. (See “For Further Information” above);


transcripts, degrees, TOEIC, sponsor’s order, visa and residency permits etc.) Failure to do so may

result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.

WHERE TO APPLY:













following criteria:




Sister or brother (including stepsisters and stepbrothers, or adoptive sisters or brothers) of the employee,



spouse, or same-sex domestic partner when such sibling is at least 51 percent dependent on the employee for support, unmarried, and under 21 years of age, or regardless of age, incapable of self-

support; and



stationed abroad or, as appropriate, at an office of the American Institute in Taiwan; and











Currently receives a U.S. Government retirement annuity or pension from a career in the U.S. Foreign Service or Civil Service.























An EFM, USEFM or AEFM of a direct-hire Foreign Service, Civil Service, or uniformed service member permanently assigned or stationed abroad, or as appropriate, at an office of the American

Institute in Taiwan; or Has diplomatic privileges and immunities; and Is eligible for compensation under the FS or GS salary schedule; and Has a U.S. Social Security Number (SSN); and Is not a citizen of the host country; and Does not ordinarily reside in the host country; and Is not subject to host country employment and tax laws.





U.S. Mission Bangkok

Vacancy Announcement Number: FSN#2017/126





POSITION: Engineering Technician (BAS)





Not-Ordinarily Resident (NOR): FP-5(Step 1 thru 4)*




The U.S. Mission in Bangkok is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Engineering

Technician (BAS).




The Building Automation Engineer (BAE) will work directly for the Operation Engineer and will be

responsible for the operation and maintenance of the building automated systems which is a computer and

micro–processor controlled building automated system management systems, such as; elevator, air

conditioning, fire suppression, potable water, fresh air make-up, fire alarms, and similar systems located

throughout the U.S Embassy buildings and compound. The BAE will oversee outsource contractor to

perform maintenance and troubleshooting actions for the following types of systems, air conditioning and

ventilation, electrical generators, switchgear and switchboard equipment, Elevator, Uninterrupted Power

System, fuel distribution systems, potable water and fire suppression system located throughout the U.S

Embassy buildings. The incumbent receives supervision from Operation Engineer.




1. EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering is required.

2. EXPERIENCE: A minimum of three years’ experience in HVAC engineering or in other

mechanical or electrical field for building operation. The job holder must also have three years'



The acceptable experience substitution equivalent:

1. EDUCATION: College or university studies – At least two years of full-time, post-secondary study

at college or university is required.

2. EXPERIENCE: A minimum of five years’ experience in HVAC engineering or in other




3. LANGUAGE: Level III (Good Working Knowledge) speaking/writing/reading both Thai and

English (A copy of valid TOEIC score of at least 600 is required with your application before the

deadline.)

4. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: (This will be tested)

Ability to operate automatic building control system and its software as used in GOV facilities,

e.g. JCI-Metasys

Basic truck and common vehicle driving skill (Thai driver license is required to submit with the

application)

5. JOB KNOWLEDGE: (This will be tested)

A thorough knowledge of programming operations, and troubleshooting for computerized and

microprocessor controls.

Advanced knowledge in electrical and mechanical system, including construction practice.



or call 02-205-4463.
























Agreement (PSA) are not eligible to apply within the first 90 calendar days of their employment, unless

they have a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.


clearance.







2. Any additional documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed above (e.g. transcripts,

degrees, TOEIC, sponsor’s order, visa and residency permits etc.) Failure to do so may result in a


WHERE TO APPLY:













following criteria:




Sister or brother (including stepsisters and stepbrothers, or adoptive sisters or brothers) of the employee,

spouse, or same-sex domestic partner when such sibling is at least 51 percent dependent on the



employee for support, unmarried, and under 21 years of age, or regardless of age, incapable of self-

support; and



stationed abroad or, as appropriate, at an office of the American Institute in Taiwan; and


































An EFM, USEFM or AEFM of a direct-hire Foreign Service, Civil Service, or uniformed service

member permanently assigned or stationed abroad, or as appropriate, at an office of the American Institute in Taiwan; or

Has diplomatic privileges and immunities; and Is eligible for compensation under the FS or GS salary schedule; and Has a U.S. Social Security Number (SSN); and Is not a citizen of the host country; and Does not ordinarily reside in the host country; and Is not subject to host country employment and tax laws.



resident and has legal and/or permanent resident status within the host country and/or who is a holder of

a non-diplomatic visa/work and/or residency permit; and/or Is subject to host country employment and tax laws.





announcement.

POSITION: Painter, Trainee





Not-Ordinarily Resident (NOR): FP-AA* *Final grade/step for NORs will be determined by Washington.



The U.S. Mission in Bangkok is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Painter.




The incumbent performs full journeyman level in painting trade. S/He performs duties involved in coating, painting,

finishing and refurbishing all exposed surface of buildings, structures and furniture of various government held

properties.






1. EDUCATION: Completion of high school or equivalent is required.

2. EXPERIENCE: One year of experience as a fully qualified journeyman is required. (There will be hands on

test related to painting.)

3. LANGUAGE: Level II (Limited knowledge) speaking/reading/writing English and Thai is required. You are

required to pass the English Placement Test (EPT) that is conducted by the Regional Human Resources Office,

or submit a copy of valid TOEIC score of at least 400.


Ability to drive with a local driver’s license is required. A copy of Thai driver’s license is required with

application.

Ability to operate various hand tools, power equipment, and instruments and ability to produce journeyman-

level quality and quantity of work.

Skill in manual and mechanical lifting; driving; security and safety equipment.

Ability to understand continuing technological updates within a reasonable time, and ability to operate

computer.

5. JOB KNOWLEDGE:

The jobholder has to know some local sources of materials and products, local cultures, customs and attitudes

in each different region.

The jobholder has to possess an advanced knowledge in painting and must be enthusiastic to learn new

technology.

The jobholder has to understand the aspects of different jobs and has to learn how to fulfil and complete

various job requirements in accordance.









(2) AEFM / USEFM

(3) FS on LWOP**





























WHERE TO APPLY:












following criteria:












U.S. Citizen; and










Civil Service.



U.S. Citizen; and












































announcement.

POSITION: Painter








The U.S. Mission in Bangkok is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Painter.




The incumbent performs full journeyman level in painting trade. S/He performs duties involved in coating, painting,

finishing and refurbishing all exposed surface of buildings, structures and furniture of various government held

properties.






1. EDUCATION: Completion of high school or equivalent is required.

2. EXPERIENCE: Two years of experience as a fully qualified journeyman is required. (There will be hands on

test related to painting.)

3. LANGUAGE: Level II (Limited knowledge) speaking/reading/writing English and Thai is required. You are

required to pass the English Placement Test (EPT) that is conducted by the Regional Human Resources Office,

or submit a copy of valid TOEIC score of at least 400.


Ability to drive with a local driver’s license is required. A copy of Thai driver’s license is required with

application.

Ability to operate various hand tools, power equipment, and instruments and ability to produce journeyman-

level quality and quantity of work.

Skill in manual and mechanical lifting; driving; security and safety equipment.

Ability to understand continuing technological updates within a reasonable time, and ability to operate

computer.

5. JOB KNOWLEDGE:

The jobholder has to know some local sources of materials and products, local cultures, customs and attitudes

in each different region.

The jobholder has to possess an advanced knowledge in painting and must be enthusiastic to learn new

technology.

The jobholder has to understand the aspects of different jobs and has to learn how to fulfil and complete

various job requirements in accordance.









(2) AEFM / USEFM

(3) FS on LWOP**





























WHERE TO APPLY:












following criteria:












U.S. Citizen; and










Civil Service.



U.S. Citizen; and













































POSITION: Carpenter Foreman

OPENING DATE: October 6, 2017




Not-Ordinarily Resident (NOR): FP-8*




The U.S. Mission in Bangkok is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Carpenter

Foreman.




Working as the supervisor of Post’s carpentry and building construction trade, consisting of five multi-

skilled carpenters. Perform wood construction, renovation, installation, preventive maintenance, and

repair on extensive range of small and large wood structure and wood accessories for various Government

held properties.




1. EDUCATION: Completion of at least two years post-secondary study at college of university (high

vocational school or equivalent). Must possess some vocational training in carpentry (at least 3 year) is

required.

2. EXPERIENCE: At least three years direct experience in maintenance, repair and construction of

carpentry, plus a minimum of six months supervisory experience in the same trade are required.

3. LANGUAGE: Level II (Limited Knowledge) Speaking/Reading/Writing English and Thai are

required.

You are required to pass the English Placement Test (EPT) that is conducted by the Regional Human

Resources Office, or submit a copy of valid TOEIC score (Listening and Reading Section) of at least

400. (This will be tested.)


Ability to operate various hand tools, power equipment, and instruments is required.


Ability to drive and a local driver’s license is required.

Skill in manual and mechanical lifting; driving; security and safety equipment, ability to

understand continuing technological updates within a reasonable time.

Ability to operate computer.

5. JOB KNOWLEDGE:

The jobholder has to know some local sources of materials and products, local cultures, customs

and attitudes in each different region.

The jobholder has to possess a lot of skillful knowledge in carpentry and must be enthusiastic to

learn new technology.

The jobholder has to understand the aspects of different jobs and has to learn how to fulfil and

complete various job requirements in accordance.



or call 02-205-4463.



























clearance.








transcripts, degrees, TOEIC, sponsor’s order, visa and residency permits etc.) Failure to do so may

result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.

WHERE TO APPLY:













following criteria:




Sister or brother (including stepsisters and stepbrothers, or adoptive sisters or brothers) of the employee, spouse, or same-sex domestic partner when such sibling is at least 51 percent dependent on the

employee for support, unmarried, and under 21 years of age, or regardless of age, incapable of self-support; and


Foreign Service, Civil Service, or uniformed service member who is permanently assigned to or stationed abroad or, as appropriate, at an office of the American Institute in Taiwan; and



































An EFM, USEFM or AEFM of a direct-hire Foreign Service, Civil Service, or uniformed service member permanently assigned or stationed abroad, or as appropriate, at an office of the American

Institute in Taiwan; or Has diplomatic privileges and immunities; and Is eligible for compensation under the FS or GS salary schedule; and Has a U.S. Social Security Number (SSN); and


Is not a citizen of the host country; and Does not ordinarily reside in the host country; and Is not subject to host country employment and tax laws.









announcement.

POSITION: Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanic, Trainee





Not-Ordinarily Resident (NOR): FP-AA* *Final grade/step for NORs will be determined by Washington.



The U.S. Mission in Bangkok is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Refrigeration & Air

Conditioning Mechanic.




The incumbent performs at the full journeyman level in support of refrigeration and air conditioning trade duties.

S/He performs duties involved in installation, renovation, modification, preventive maintenance & repair and

rebuilding of machines, equipment, components and control devices associated with refrigeration and air conditioning

systems; including cooling, heating, ventilation and air circulation systems for various government held properties.






1. EDUCATION: Completion of high vocational certificate from technical school is required. Must possess

vocational training in air conditioning, maintenance and repair or preventive maintenance (approx. 3 years).

2. EXPERIENCE: One year direct experience in maintenance, repair and installation of refrigeration and air

conditioning systems is required.

3. LANGUAGE: Ability to read and write Thai is required. Level 2 (Limited knowledge) of both written and

spoken English and Thai. You are required to pass the English Placement Test (EPT) that is conducted by the

Regional Human Resources Office, or submit a copy of valid TOEIC score (Listening and Reading Section) of at

least 400.




Ability to drive and a local driver’s license is required (a copy of Thai driver’s license is required with

application).

5. JOB KNOWLEDGE:

The jobholder has to possess an advanced knowledge in air conditioning and must be enthusiastic to learn new

technology.

The jobholder has to understand the aspects of different jobs and has to learn how to fulfill and complete

various job requirements in accordance with standard procedures and safety rules.









(2) AEFM / USEFM

(3) FS on LWOP**





























WHERE TO APPLY:












following criteria:






Sister or brother (including stepsisters and stepbrothers, or adoptive sisters or brothers) of the employee, spouse, or same-sex domestic partner when such sibling is at least 51 percent dependent on the employee for support,

unmarried, and under 21 years of age, or regardless of age, incapable of self-support; and






U.S. Citizen; and










Civil Service.



U.S. Citizen; and










Is residing at the sponsoring employee's post of assignment abroad or, as appropriate, at an office of the

American Institute in Taiwan; and


































announcement.

POSITION: Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanic








The U.S. Mission in Bangkok is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Refrigeration & Air

Conditioning Mechanic.




The incumbent performs at the full journeyman level in support of refrigeration and air conditioning trade duties.

S/He performs duties involved in installation, renovation, modification, preventive maintenance & repair and

rebuilding of machines, equipment, components and control devices associated with refrigeration and air conditioning

systems; including cooling, heating, ventilation and air circulation systems for various government held properties.






1. EDUCATION: Completion of high vocational certificate from technical school is required. Must possess

vocational training in air conditioning, maintenance and repair or preventive maintenance (approx. 3 years).

2. EXPERIENCE: Two years direct experience in maintenance, repair and installation of refrigeration and air

conditioning systems is required.

3. LANGUAGE: Ability to read and write Thai is required. Level 2 (Limited knowledge) of both written and

spoken English and Thai. You are required to pass the English Placement Test (EPT) that is conducted by the

Regional Human Resources Office, or submit a copy of valid TOEIC score (Listening and Reading Section) of at

least 400.




Ability to drive and a local driver’s license is required (a copy of Thai driver’s license is required with

application).

5. JOB KNOWLEDGE:

The jobholder has to possess an advanced knowledge in air conditioning and must be enthusiastic to learn new

technology.

The jobholder has to understand the aspects of different jobs and has to learn how to fulfill and complete

various job requirements in accordance with standard procedures and safety rules.









(2) AEFM / USEFM

(3) FS on LWOP**





























WHERE TO APPLY:












following criteria:













U.S. Citizen; and










Civil Service.



U.S. Citizen; and













































POSITION: Program Management Assistant

OPENING DATE: November 17, 2017


WORK HOURS: Full-time 40 hours/week SALARY: Ordinarily Resident (OR): FSN-9 THB 699,655 p.a.

Not-Ordinarily Resident (NOR): FP- FP-5 (step 1 thru 4)*




The U.S. Mission in Bangkok is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Program

Management Assistant.




Serves as the principal Export Control and Related Border Security (EXBS) locally-engaged “Subject

Matter Expert” (SME) on Strategic Trade Control (STC) issues and law enforcement capacity-building in

Thailand. Incumbent will be able to advise Post, International Security on Non-Proliferation (ISN)Bureau,

Export Control Cooperation (ECC) Washington, EXBS Bangkok, and other relevant United States

Government (USG) managers and agencies about the history, development, current status, organization,

and personalities concerned with STC issues in Thailand. She/he will initiate planning, negotiations,

implementation, and evaluation of STC capacity-building projects; maintain long-term relationships with

Thai government officials and Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) representatives from working to

senior levels; write and maintain substantive reports, project plans, and bilateral agreements; ensure that

project implementation actions, such as purchase authorizations and contract requests, are prepared timely

and in an accurate manner. She/he would manage all logistics related to participation of Thai officials in

USG-funded STC and law enforcement capacity-building activities. Plan, execute and evaluate EXBS

country programs; coordinate training programs; serves as SME in the development of EXBS related

training modules and computer based training courses; conduct specific EXBS related trainings and

orientation briefings; and manage all administrative and budgetary matters related to the EXBS office

operation and program management. Acts in the capacity of EXBS Regional Advisor during her/his

absence from Post Bangkok. EXBS Regional Advisor divides her/his time between Thailand, Vietnam and

Cambodia, therefore EXBS Program Specialist works independently 50% of her/his time with little to no

supervision and is responsible for the management of all EXBS programs and 100% supervision of

Contractors and Contract Representatives for EXBS In-Country and Out-of-Country Programs.




1. EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Business, Management or Public Administration is

required.

2. EXPERIENCE: At least three years of progressive experience in managing Export Control and

Related Border Security assistance program, or office management, or finance, or accounting.

3. LANGUAGE: Level 4 (Fluency) Speaking/Reading/Writing English and Thai is required. A copy

of valid TOEIC score (Listening and Reading Section) of at least 855 is required with your application



Must have good verbal communication skills, tact, and diplomacy in order to establish and develop

sustainable working relations with senior and middle-level GoTH officials and front line officers.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision or guidance.

Ability to work under time pressure and identify priorities when dealing with overlapping tasks.



or call 02-205-4463.
























Agreement (PSA) are not eligible to apply within the first 90 calendar days of their employment, unless

they have a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.


clearance.







2. Any additional documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed above (e.g. transcripts,

degrees, TOEIC, sponsor’s order, visa and residency permits etc.) Failure to do so may result in a


WHERE TO APPLY:













following criteria:




Sister or brother (including stepsisters and stepbrothers, or adoptive sisters or brothers) of the employee, spouse, or same-sex domestic partner when such sibling is at least 51 percent dependent on the

employee for support, unmarried, and under 21 years of age, or regardless of age, incapable of self-support; and




Foreign Service, Civil Service, or uniformed service member who is permanently assigned to or stationed abroad or, as appropriate, at an office of the American Institute in Taiwan; and

































An EFM, USEFM or AEFM of a direct-hire Foreign Service, Civil Service, or uniformed service

member permanently assigned or stationed abroad, or as appropriate, at an office of the American


Institute in Taiwan; or Has diplomatic privileges and immunities; and Is eligible for compensation under the FS or GS salary schedule; and Has a U.S. Social Security Number (SSN); and Is not a citizen of the host country; and Does not ordinarily reside in the host country; and Is not subject to host country employment and tax laws.



resident and has legal and/or permanent resident status within the host country and/or who is a holder of

a non-diplomatic visa/work and/or residency permit; and/or Is subject to host country employment and tax laws.

Documents

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