Employer: UNited Nations (DSS - Department of Safety and Security)
Location: New York
Closing date: Saturday, 18 July 2015
Recruitment for this position is done on a local basis, whether or not the candidate is a resident of the duty station.
Other Requirements:
Officers are required to be in possession of valid host country licenses, including but not limited to: (1) Handgun License from the Police Department - City of New York; and (2) motor vehicle permit from the appropriate issuing authorities within the New York tri-state area. Officers are required to be in possession of a valid UN Weapons Permit, and meet and maintain all UN firearms qualification standards. They must be mentally and medically fit. All duties are performed in uniform; however, at times the officer may be required to perform duties in civilian clothes.
Candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have
committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United
Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the At-a-Glance on 'The Application Process' and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on 'Manuals' hyper-link on the upper right side of inspira account-holder homepage.
Applications are pre-screened by the system according to the published requirements of the job opening on the basis of the information provided in the application. In relation to the requirements of the job opening, applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their qualifications, including their education, work experience, and language skills. Each applicant must bear in mind that submission of incomplete or inaccurate applications may render that applicant ineligible for consideration for the job opening. Initial screening and evaluation of applications will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted. Applications cannot be amended following submission. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a reference-checking process to verify the information provided in the application.
Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at midnight (New York time) on the deadline date.
Organizational Setting and Reporting
This position is located in the Department of Safety and Security, Security and Safety Service (SSS), New York. DSS was established to unify and strengthen the United Nations Security Management System in order to ensure the safety and security of United Nations staff, operations and premises at United Nations Headquarters, the main duty stations and in the field. The Security and Safety Service at the United Nations Headquarter in New York provides security services to delegates, staff, visiting dignitaries and other visitors.
Under the overall command of the Chief of Service, the security officer is required to perform armed security functions and reports directly to the security sergeant or supervising officer.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Senior Security Officer may be responsible for the following duties:
PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of United Nations Security policies, procedures and practices; possesses high sense of responsibility, including being punctual, alert and reliable when reporting for duty; All duties are performed in uniform; however, at times the officer may be required to perform duties in civilian clothes. Duties may require long periods of standing. Knowledge of United Nations Security policies, procedures and practices. Demonstrated sound judgment in applying technical expertise in applying United Nations Security policies, procedures and practices. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.
COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent. Must have passed the United Nations Security Officer Test (SOT).
Work Experience
Five (5) years of experience in security and safety operations with the United Nations or other similar international organization is required. Security or military experience is required.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.
Assessment Method
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
United Nations Considerations
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.
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Location: New York
Closing date: Saturday, 18 July 2015
Recruitment for this position is done on a local basis, whether or not the candidate is a resident of the duty station.
Other Requirements:
Officers are required to be in possession of valid host country licenses, including but not limited to: (1) Handgun License from the Police Department - City of New York; and (2) motor vehicle permit from the appropriate issuing authorities within the New York tri-state area. Officers are required to be in possession of a valid UN Weapons Permit, and meet and maintain all UN firearms qualification standards. They must be mentally and medically fit. All duties are performed in uniform; however, at times the officer may be required to perform duties in civilian clothes.
Candidates will be required to meet the requirements of Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter as well as the requirements of the position. The United Nations is committed to the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity for all its human resources, including but not limited to respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to whether they have committed, or are alleged to have
committed criminal offences and/or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United
Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the At-a-Glance on 'The Application Process' and the Instructional Manual for the Applicants, which can be accessed by clicking on 'Manuals' hyper-link on the upper right side of inspira account-holder homepage.
Applications are pre-screened by the system according to the published requirements of the job opening on the basis of the information provided in the application. In relation to the requirements of the job opening, applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their qualifications, including their education, work experience, and language skills. Each applicant must bear in mind that submission of incomplete or inaccurate applications may render that applicant ineligible for consideration for the job opening. Initial screening and evaluation of applications will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted. Applications cannot be amended following submission. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to a reference-checking process to verify the information provided in the application.
Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at midnight (New York time) on the deadline date.
Organizational Setting and Reporting
This position is located in the Department of Safety and Security, Security and Safety Service (SSS), New York. DSS was established to unify and strengthen the United Nations Security Management System in order to ensure the safety and security of United Nations staff, operations and premises at United Nations Headquarters, the main duty stations and in the field. The Security and Safety Service at the United Nations Headquarter in New York provides security services to delegates, staff, visiting dignitaries and other visitors.
Under the overall command of the Chief of Service, the security officer is required to perform armed security functions and reports directly to the security sergeant or supervising officer.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Senior Security Officer may be responsible for the following duties:
- Screens all personnel, packages and vehicles entering the UN complex to ensure authorized access.
- Provides continuous coverage of cameras, telephone and radio communications systems and associated recording units in the Security Operations Center.
- In the event of emergencies and incidents, alerts relevant units and New York City emergency units and dispatch security personnel to the site under the direction of the Supervisors in charge of the Security Operations Center.
- Maintains logs and rosters and initiates chronological logs of events during emergency situations.
- Prepares daily and weekly work schedules and various periodic reports.
- Provides information and directions to all persons associated with the organization.
- Controls pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
- Is alert for any potential or actual breaches of security and any disturbances or unusual activity and reports these immediately.
- Ensures that all UN property being carried from the complex is checked for appropriate documentation.
- Acts as the Primary Officer or Team Leader in the temporary absence of the OIC. This includes, but is not limited to, the responsibility for: preparation of the Platoon/Section/Unit/Squad/Team's daily and weekly work schedules and various periodic reports, dispatching security personnel to the site, as directed by the Security Operations Center in case of emergency/incident, coaching and mentoring junior officers on post, performing administrative tasks for the Platoon/Unit/Squad/Section, and representing the Unit OIC in the daily operational meetings.
- Performs other related duties, as required.
PROFESSIONALISM: Knowledge of United Nations Security policies, procedures and practices; possesses high sense of responsibility, including being punctual, alert and reliable when reporting for duty; All duties are performed in uniform; however, at times the officer may be required to perform duties in civilian clothes. Duties may require long periods of standing. Knowledge of United Nations Security policies, procedures and practices. Demonstrated sound judgment in applying technical expertise in applying United Nations Security policies, procedures and practices. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.
COMMUNICATION: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.
TEAMWORK: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent. Must have passed the United Nations Security Officer Test (SOT).
Work Experience
Five (5) years of experience in security and safety operations with the United Nations or other similar international organization is required. Security or military experience is required.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is an advantage.
Assessment Method
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
United Nations Considerations
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.
Apply Online