Chief of Mission (COM) Chauffeur
Agency: U. S. Embassy in the Kyrgyz Republic
Deadline: July 16, 2026 (GMT+6)
Series/Grade: LE - 1015 3
Salary: $11,320/Per Year
Work Schedule: Full-time - 40 hours per week.
Who May Apply: This position is open to All Interested Applicants/ All Agencies.
For USEFM - FP grade is FP-BB. Actual FP salary authorized by Washington D.C.
Security Clearance Required: Public Trust - Background Investigation
Appointment Type: Permanent. Indefinite, subject to successful completion of probationary period.
Summary: The U.S. Mission in Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic, is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Chauffeur in the General Services Office (GSO), Management Section.
Supervisory Position: No
Relocation Expenses Reimbursed: No
Travel Required: The position requires the ability to travel and drive within the city, surrounding areas, the country, and the region, as assigned.
Duties
The incumbent operates safely and efficiently an unarmored U. S. Government-owned or leased motor vehicle to transport passengers and/or cargo. Works as messenger as directed.
Chauffeur Responsibilities, 80% of time:
As one of several motor pool chauffeurs, receives work assignments from the Dispatcher to transport State and/or other Agency personnel or cargo. Operates Embassy vehicles in the transportation of official visitors in support of U.S. Government’s official activities. Assumes duty driver responsibility on a rotational basis. Incumbent may be required to make trips that require out-of-town stays. Maintains vehicle in a clean and serviceable condition, to include cleaning the interior and exterior of the vehicle. Performs basic vehicle inspection in accordance with established schedules and policies. Prepares trip reports, vehicle use and fuel logs. Estimates fuel consumption for trips. Safeguards U.S. Government property and uses U.S. Government resources efficiently, including the fuel-efficient operation of vehicles.
Messengers Responsibilities, 20% of time:
To include mail, cargo, documents pickup and delivery, as assigned. Handles cash up to $1,000 and/or handle government fuel credit card for vehicle with $300 limit. Provides driver support for the Ambassador or DCM in the absence of their regularly assigned chauffeurs, as directed.
Note: Incumbent will be required to perform other duties as assigned by the agency.
Qualifications and Evaluations
Requirements:
All selected candidates must be able to obtain and hold a security certificate or Public Trust security clearance.
All selected candidates will be subject to a background investigation and may be subject to a pre-employment medical exam.
Selected candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time upon receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.
Education Requirements: Completion of high school education is required.
Experience: At least three years of professional driving experience is required.
Language: Limited knowledge (speaking/reading/writing) of English is required. Good working knowledge (speaking/reading/writing) of Russian is required. (This may be tested.)
Job Knowledge: Must have a good working knowledge of the city and its environs, including driving routes and traffic patterns. Must be familiar with the location of hospitals, police and fire stations within the city and its immediate surroundings.
Skills And Abilities: Must have the ability to read maps and plan driving routes. Must have good verbal communication skills, and an ability to handle all persons with professionalism and discretion. Must be able to perform basic vehicle inspection and must possess intermediate level automotive maintenance skills. Must have basic computer skills to maintain reports and for communication purposes. Must hold a valid driver’s license (categories B, C, D). (This may be tested.)
Evaluations:
You will be evaluated against the qualifications and requirements in this vacancy announcement.
You may be asked to complete a pre-employment language or skills test.
You must complete the application form and provide the required documents. Your application must address all the position qualifications and requirements including education, experience, language, and any knowledge/skills/abilities listed. If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.
Agency Benefits:
The U.S. Mission offers a competitive compensation and benefits package for local employees. Locally Employed staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Embassy in Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic, may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.
For Eligible Family Member (EFM) applicants, benefits should be discussed with the HR Office. The pay plan is assigned by the HR Office and confirmed by Washington, D.C.
Other Information: For more information on hiring preferences and additional employment considerations, please visit our ERA site.
How to Apply: To apply, please visit our ERA site. For an instructional video on how to apply click here.
Please address all relevant experience, education, language skills (including English), and job related skills or requirements in your application.
You may edit your application any time before the vacancy closing date. If you fail to submit a complete application by the vacancy closing date of this vacancy, then your application may be disqualified for this position.
For a copy of the complete position description, please contact the HR Office.
To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the HR Office.
Required Documents: Please upload all applicable documents to your application. If you fail to submit a complete application, then your application may be disqualified for this position.
All Applicants:
In addition, Eligible Family Member (EFM) Applicants must submit:
The HR Office will contact successful applicants. For more information on applying for jobs or employment with us, please visit the U.S. Mission website.
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.
Thank you for your application and your interest in working with us.
For More Info:
HR Section
+996 597000
BishkekHR@state.gov