Foreign Service National Investigator

US Consulate General; Melbourne; Sur place; AUD 85 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Foreign Service National Investigator (FSNI) within the Regional Security Office conducts security investigations and maintains liaison with local police and other security authorities to protect post personnel and visiting U.S. government officials.

The role emphasizes conducting background checks, threat analysis, and reporting on potential security threats to post facilities or information, working with law enforcement and other agencies as needed.

Qualifications

• Background checks and investigations are required for candidates and contractors.
• Detailed knowledge of investigative techniques and local laws.
• Must have a valid, current driver's license.

Responsabilités

• Investigations: Conduct background checks and case research for agencies.
• Liaison: Coordinate with local police, security contacts, and officials.
• Threat Analysis: Collect and report threat information affecting post security.

Connaissances

Investigation experience

Driver's license

Formation

Two years University Studies

Secondary School Year 12

Description du poste

Working in the Regional Security Office (RSO), the Foreign Service National Investigator (FSNI) conducts security investigations and maintains liaison with local police and other security and law enforcement officials. The FSNI assists the RSO team in coordinating protection for post personnel and visiting U.S. government officials, obtaining and reporting on information concerning potential security threats to post personnel, facilities, or information.

Duties

Investigations: Does background checks on job candidates and local contractors, and researches cases for other U.S. law enforcement agencies.

Liaison: Works with local police, government, and security contacts to protect post personnel, support VIP visits and conferences, and help employees involved in crimes or accidents.

Threat Analysis: Collects and checks threat information, tracks crime, terrorism, and political trends, and reports on how they affect post security.

Skills and Experience

FOR THE EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS, APPLICANTS MUST MEET EITHER OPTION 1 OR OPTION 2 TO QUALIFY

Option 1:

Three (3) years experience in law enforcement, military, private security, or investigation is required.

Completion of two (2) years University Studies is required.

OR

Option 2:

Five (5) years of experience in law enforcement, military, private security, or investigation is required.

Completion of Secondary School (Year 12) is required

All Applicants

Job Knowledge

Good working knowledge of the local and regional judicial system including criminal laws and procedures.

Detailed knowledge of investigative techniques.

Skills and Abilities

Must have a valid, current driver's license and have held it for a minimum of five (5) years.

Next Steps

To be considered for this vacancy, local applicants must have at least 12 months of visa validity remaining.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: NOVEMBER 20, 2026