Job Description

As a supervisor of the FSNI Unit in the Regional Security Office (RSO), the Senior Foreign Service National Investigator (SFNI) is the principal security advisor on host country law enforcement and security matters. The SFNI is responsible for maintaining high-level contacts with local police and other host government security entities; assisting in the protection of post personnel and visiting U.S. government officials; obtaining and reporting on information concerning potential security threats to post personnel, facilities, or information; managing the local staff security briefing program and other RSO programs and initiatives; conducting sensitive investigations.

It is required to apply through our recruitment system: https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/vacancy/viewVacancyDetail.hms?_ref=umtmwtvrpt0&returnToSearch=true&jnum=70175&orgId=125

Requirements

Job Knowledge

Minimum of five years of law enforcement, military, private security, or investigative work experience is required.
Estonian and English level IV (Fluent) Reading/Writing/Speaking is required.
A working knowledge of documentary source of information and familiarity with local and regional laws.
A good working knowledge of the FAM and FAH pertaining to security policies and procedures.
A good understanding of RSO's interaction with counterpart agencies at post.

Skills and Abilities

A valid driver's license.
Ability to maintain extensive contacts at all levels within the host country law enforcement and security agencies.
Ability to conduct sensitive investigations with utmost discretion.
Ability to train and supervise the work of others.
Ability to draft correspondence and written reports in English.
Computer software programs to include Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).
Advanced interview techniques, investigative and negotiation skills.
Ability to work closely with a team, as well as be self-sufficient.