View Vacancy - JETT Driver, Washington D.C.

The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer.  We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow.
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)
Driver / Messenger

Main purpose of job:
     
•    Provide transportation services to all levels of Diplomatic, Military and VIP personnel.
•    Maintain daily journey records.
•    Deputise for Transport Manager when required.
•    Full compliance with Embassy Transport policy.
•    Perform other duties as assigned.

Roles and responsibilities:
     
•    A minimum of 2 years driving experience is required. Experience in driving Diplomatic, Military or VIP personnel would be preferable. 
•    Good customer service and communication skills are essential.
•    Basic administration/IT skills (data entry, internet research, email and scheduling software).
•    Must have an impeccable driving record and hold clean driving licence.
•    Must be flexible with working hours (shift working).
•    Must be a good team worker.
•    Knowledge of the DC Metro, Maryland and Virginia areas.


Resources managed:

None

Essential on arrival:

  • Must have an impeccable driving record and hold clean driving licence.
  • Must be flexible with working hours (shift working).

Language requirements: 

  • Language: English
  • Level of language required: Proficient

Desirable on Arrival:

  • Previous experience working with Military or Diplomatic missions

Under US State Department requirements, the UK Government in the US may only employ, as non-diplomatic staff, persons who are US citizens, US Permanent Residents or A visa holders with EAD cards*. If you hold a visa other than an A visa you are not currently eligible to work at our office. Please refer to our website for information on exceptions to this policy at www.gov.uk/government/world/usa. All selected candidates are subject to background checks and will require a security clearance prior to starting work. *A visas are acceptable at the Embassy and Consulates. The UK Mission to the UN (UKMIS) accepts G visas, and British Defense Staff (BDS) outposts accept A or NATO visas. 

Seeing the Big Picture, Making Effective Decisions, Managing a Quality Service, Working Together
18 December 2022
S1
Full-time, Permanent
40
Americas, Caribbean & Overseas Territories
United States
Washington
British Embassy
1
USD
USD $ 18.00
6 February 2022
The UK Government operating in the US offers a substantial benefits package including generous leave, a choice of medical insurance, 401(k) matching up to 7%, extensive learning opportunities and a great work/life balance. Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary, eg some non-local national staff and some spouses or partners of UK diplomatic staff, will have their salaries abated by an equivalent amount. Internal candidates must inform their supervisor before they apply to a different position. Only successful candidates will be contacted. Please no phone calls. Due to the high volume of resumes we receive, we cannot guarantee consideration of your application if the submission instructions are not properly followed. The British Embassy is committed to a policy of equal opportunities and to creating a diverse working environment, free from discrimination, where everyone is included and treated fairly, based on merit alone. We are an equal opportunity employer, making all employment decisions without regard to race, gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, political affiliation or any other criterion protected by law.
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This opportunity is closed to applications.