Supervisory Position: No Duties:

This is the starting level for the Federal Benefits Claims Representative responsible for developing and processing the full range of the federal benefits related claims work, which frequently requires comprehensive investigations to determine initial and continuing benefit eligibility. The incumbent prepares and submits complete and authoritative final adjudication packages to the Social Security Administration (SSA) for final action. Although the most extensive federal benefits program involves SSA benefits and services, the incumbent is also responsible for any claims work involving the benefit programs of the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA), the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), the Railroad Retirement Board (RRB), and the Department of Labor (DOL).

All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a local security clearance.
Applicants must submit a Universal Application for Employment (DS-174) which is available in the Mission internet site: https://ar.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/.
To apply for this position, applicants should electronically submit the documents listed below to buenosaires-rrhh@state.gov. For more information on how to apply, visit the Mission internet site: https://ar.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/.

Qualifications and Evaluations

Education: Two years of college or university studies, in general coursework is required. Requirements: Experience: A minimum of one year of responsible experience in work involving the application of complex regulatory material along with extensive public contact. Evaluations Language: Level IV (fluent) speaking/reading/writing English, Level IV (Fluent) speaking/reading/writing Portuguese and level IV (Fluent) speaking/reading/writing Spanish are required. (This may be tested) Skills and Abilities: Level II keyboarding skills is required. Excellent knowledge of the Windows environment and MS Office is essential. (This may be tested). OR Education: High School diploma is required. Requirements: Experience: A minimum of three years of responsible experience in work involving the application of complex regulatory material along with extensive public contact.

Evaluations Language: Level IV (fluent) speaking/reading/writing English, Level IV (Fluent) speaking/reading/writing Portuguese and level IV (Fluent) speaking/reading/writing Spanish are required. (This may be tested) Skills and Abilities: Level II keyboarding skills is required. Excellent knowledge of the Windows environment and MS Office is essential. (This may be tested). Qualifications: All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.

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. Benefits: Locally Employed Staff working at the U.S. Mission in Buenos Aires, Argentina will receive a compensation package that includes health insurance, life insurance, supplemental pension plan, English language training and other benefits. For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office. The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office. 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”), 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 reemployment rights back to their agency or bureau. For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following link:

https://careers.state.gov/downloads/files/definitions-for-va

How to Apply: All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a local security clearance. Applicants must submit a Universal Application for Employment (DS-174) which is available in the Mission internet site: https://ar.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/.

To apply for this position, applicants should electronically submit the documents listed below to  buenosaires-rrhh@state.gov

For more information on how to apply, visit the Mission internet site: https://ar.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/.

Required Documents: Please provide the required documentation listed below with your application: 1. Universal Application for Employment (UAE) (Form DS-174), which is available on our website. 2. Any additional documentation that supports or addresses the requirements listed above (e.g. transcripts, degrees, etc.) 3. Proof of citizenship (copy of DNI, residency and/or work permit) 4. Copy of orders/Assignment Notification (if applicable) 5. DD-214 – Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans’ Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable) 6. SF-50 (if applicable)

Universal Application for Employment (UAE) (Form DS-174) and supporting documentation must be combined into one document and saved with the applicant’s full name and vacancy announcement number, as follows: “Last Name, First Name – Announcement No.” What to Expect Next: 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 Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Announcement Number: BUE-2018-43 Position Title: Federal Benefits Claims Representative Opening Period: September 20 – October 4, 2018 Series/Grade: LE (1425) 7 – Entry Developmental Level Salary: (ARS) 421,289.00-(ARS) 421,289.00 (Gross Per year) For More Info: Human Resources Office: E-mail Address: buenosaires-rrhh@state.gov Who May Apply: All Interested Applicants / All Sources · For USEFM – FS is 07. Actual FS salary determined by Washington DC. Security Clearance Required: Local Security Certification or Public Trust Duration Appointment: Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary period Marketing Statement: We encourage you to read and understand the Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees before you apply. Summary: The U.S. Mission in Argentina is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Federal Benefits Claims Representative The work schedule for this position is Full Time (40 hours per week). Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (4 weeks) of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.