Staff Assistant (Open to U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members only)

About
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Announcement Number:
THEHAGUE\-2026\-016
Hiring Agency:
Embassy The Hague
Position Title:
Staff Assistant (Open to U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members only)
Open Period:
09/10/2026 \- 09/24/2026 Format MM/DD/YYYY
Vacancy Time Zone:
GMT\+1
Series/Grade:
FP \- 0105 8
Salary:
USD $38,926 \- USD $57,164 /Per Year
Work Schedule:
Part\-time \- Part\-time \- 32 hours per week
Promotion Potential:
FP\-8
Duty Location(s):
1
in
The Hague, NL
Telework Eligible:
No
For More Info:
*Gloria Rodriguez*

*\+31\-70\-310\-2228*

*TheHagueRecruitment@state.gov*Overview
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Hiring Path:

• Open to the public

Who May Apply/Clarification From the Agency:
For USEFM \- FP is 08\. Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C.

Open to: U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) \- All Agencies

Security Clearance Required:
Top Secret Clearance
Appointment Type
Temporary
Marketing Statement:
Seeker \- Seeker \- Vacancy Search Results

Summary:
The work schedule for this position is Part\-Time (32 hours per week).

Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (8 weeks) of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.

Supervisory Position:
No
Relocation Expenses Reimbursed:
No
Travel Required:
Not Required

Duties
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This position serves as Staff Assistant to the Ambassador, and Front Office. The incumbent reports to the Deputy Chief of Mission (DCM) and serves as liaison between the Front Office and other sections/agencies. The primary responsibility of the staff assistant is to ensure the Ambassador and DCM/Chargé d’Affaires (CDA) are prepared

for appointments, meetings, and events by tracking the flow of paper and soliciting, and when necessary, editing supporting documents, briefing materials, talking points, and remarks.

Qualifications and Evaluations
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Requirements

EXPERIENCE: At least two years of administrative work experience in an office setting.

NOTE: Provide complete information and details on all work experiences. A curriculum vitae or resume is NOT considered during the qualification analysis process. Only the information completed on the application can be used to determine eligibility and qualifications of applicants.

Education Requirements:
EDUCATION: High school diploma required.

Evaluations:
LANGUAGE: English Level 4 (Fluent) — speaking, reading, and writing; may include the ability to translate. This may be tested.

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:
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Computer literacy on a variety of standard office software. Good organizational, flexibility, communication, interpersonal, research and internet skills. Must be a self\-starter and be able to work independently.

All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.

Benefits and Other Info
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Benefits:
Agency Benefits:
Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third\-CountryNationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Netherlands may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits. ForEFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.

Salary: Salaries listed are base salaries for a 40\-hour work week. Example: $38,926 full\-time annual base salary at grade FP\-08\. An additional 22\.62% will be added to the listed salary for Overseas Comparability Pay.

For U.S. Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) hired under a Family Member Appointment, the base salary noted above will be prorated based on a 32\-hour work week.

The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office. The final salary and grade are determined by Washington.

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.

How to Apply
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How to Apply:
All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Top Secret clearance.

The US Mission to The Netherlands values a workforce of different backgrounds, cultures, and viewpoints. We strive to create a welcoming environment for all and we invite applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

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:

• High School diploma or equivalent


• Passport copy

Eligible Family Member Applicants:

• Copy of Sponsor's Orders/Assignment Notification (or equivalent)


• 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 The Netherlands.

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