Basic Function of the Position: Under the direct supervision of a Consular Officer the Consular Associate is assigned a wide range of responsibilities in the American Citizen Services (ACS) Unit, Nonimmigrant Visa (NIV) Unit, Immigrant Visa Unit, and/or Fraud Prevention Unit (FPU). The jobholder may provide consular services to U.S. citizens, conducts non-adjudicatory visa processing, and assists in investigation and validation studies. Incumbent also handles correspondence with the public, attorneys, U.S. and host governments, Congress, and other parties. Must be able to secure and maintain a Secret level security clearance. Qualifications and Evaluations: EXPERIENCE: Minimum of three years of office administrative experience is required with at least one year of consular experience. OR Minimum two years of office administration (FP-07 (Training Level)). Or One year of office administration (FP-08 (Training Level)). Note that preference will be given to filling this position at the full performance level. Education Requirements: EDUCATION: Completion of High School is required.