Working for the U.S. Mission
We offer you the chance to join a unique team where your work contributes to our Mission: maintaining and strengthening the diplomatic ties between the United States and The Netherlands. Not just in The Netherlands, but all over the world, U.S. Mission employees strive to protect and promote U.S. security, prosperity, and democratic values. Are you ready to join us?
What you do
As Human Resources Assistant, you manage or assist with a variety of Human Resources functions at post, that include Locally Employed (LE) Staff services, as well as American personnel services. Duties may include, but are not limited to, preparing personnel actions, assisting with performance management and training, supporting recruitment activities, assisting with American personnel services, and assisting with post’s awards program.
What we ask (minimal requirements to apply)
· Completion of two (2) years of general college studies is required.
· Minimum of two (2) years of experience in human resources or administrative field is required.
· Good working knowledge English and good working knowledge Dutch are required (reading/speaking/writing).
· Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Internet). You must have excellent customer service and communication skills to manage in-person and telephone contacts. You must be organized, diligent and able to work under pressure. Good interpersonal relationships are required. There is a regular requirement for keyboarding skills.
All applicants under consideration will be required to pass security certification and may be required to obtain a Certificate of Conduct for Natural Persons (VOG) from the Ministry of Safety and Justice of the Netherlands.
What we offer
· Annual salary of €47,459 - €61,696
· 8.33 % End of year bonus (13th month)
· 8.2% Holiday bonus
· 3.67% Duty-free days bonus
· American and Dutch public holidays (approximately 18 days per year)
· Minimum 26 days of paid annual leave per year
· One-year contract which will be renewed under the same conditions based on job performance, funding, and security clearance.
· Sick leave, maternity leave, parental leave, and other leave in line with Dutch regulations
· Pension Plan
· Travel allowance
· Bicycle Benefit Plan
How to apply
Please submit your application via our Electronic Recruitment Application (ERA): https://erajobs.state.gov/dos-era/nld/vacancysearch/searchVacancies.hms
Please note the ERA vacancy announcement prevails over this announcement where there are differences in the text. You can create an account in just a few simple steps and submit your application.
Next steps
When the vacancy closes, HR will conduct an initial screening of the applications. If you are invited for a language test and interview, we will reach out to you via e-mail.
If you have any questions about the position or working for the U.S Mission to The Netherlands, please reach out to Kimberly Reimer-Voois:
Desk: +31703102235
Cell: +31618355320
E-mail: TheHagueRecruitment@state.gov