(MM/DD/YYYY)03/05/2024
About this Warehouse Worker job opening
- Announcement Number: Accra-2024-007
- Hiring Agency: Embassy Accra
- Position Title: Warehouse Worker (Open to All Interested Applicants/ All Sources)
- Open Period: 02/20/2024 – 03/05/2024Format MM/DD/YYYY
- Vacancy Time Zone: GMT
- Series/Grade: LE – 0805 2
- Salary: USD $4,292 – USD $4,292 /Per Year
- Work Schedule: Full-time –
- Promotion Potential: LE-2
- Duty Location(s): 5 in Accra, GH
- Telework Eligible: No
- For More Info: HR Section
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(233)302741000
AccraHRO@state.gov
US Embassy in Ghana Vacancy for Warehouse Worker Open :Overview
- Hiring Path: Open to the public
- Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency: All Interested Applicants / All Sources.
For USEFM – FP is FP-DD. Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C. - 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 (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply.
- Summary:The U.S. Mission in Accra, Ghana is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of warehouse worker. Work hours for this position is full time 40 hours per week.
- Supervisory Position:No
- Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No
- Travel Required: Not Required
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Duties
This standard job description is for a Warehouse Worker who is responsible for safe handling, moving and storage, and inventory of both expendable and non-expendable items. Job holder performs loading and unloading of both expendable and non-expendable including but not limited to furniture, appliances, etc. from trucks/vans to the warehouse(s). Assists in organizing, preparation and the delivery of items from the warehouse to office buildings, residential properties, and other locations.
Qualifications and Evaluations
- Requirements: EXPERIENCE: A minimum of two (2) years of experience in manual labor or warehouse work is required.
- JOB KNOWLEDGE: Good working knowledge of warehouse operations and procedures, maintenance and efficient usage of warehouse storage space and conducting inventory and stacking of items/equipment.
- Education Requirements: Completion of primary school is required.
- Evaluations: LANGUAGE: Limited working knowledge; speaking, reading & writing
- SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to physically able perform loading and unloading. Must be able to handle heavy objects smoothly and efficiently. Must be able to able to lift a maximum of 51 lbs. (23kg) under OSHA standards. Ability to use warehouse tools and safely operate equipment such as forklifts, hand trolleys, electronic lifters etc.
- 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.
Benefits and Other Info
- Benefits: Agency Benefits:
- Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Accra, Ghana may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.
- For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.
- The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.
- Other Information:
- HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below. Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.
HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:
1. AEFM / USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*
2. AEFM / USEFM
3. FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights *** IMPORTANT: Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (“Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty”), Letter from Veterans’ Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability dated within the past six months, equivalent documentation, or certification. A “certification” is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.
** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.
For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link.
How to Apply for the US Embassy in Ghana Vacancy for Warehouse Worker
- All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public Trust Security clearance.
To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button. For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.
How to Apply – – Go here and click on APPLY FOR THIS VACANCY
1. Create an account on the US Embassy Website or log in if you already have an account.
2. Click submit to apply for the job.
- Required Documents:
- To qualify based on education, you MUST submit the requested degree and / or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to provide requested information, or the information is insufficient to verify eligibility, may result in disqualification for this position.
- All Applicants:
• Residency and/or Work Permit
•Primary school or equivalent
- All Applicants:
- Drivers License/Forklift Operator License
Eligible Family Member Applicants:
• Copy of Sponsor’s Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)
• Passport copy
• 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 Accra, Ghana.