Employment Opportunity

2025/4/14

Employment Opportunity

Security Section

Embassy of Japan in Washington DC

POST Security Staff


The Embassy of Japan’s security section is seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented individual for the position of security guard. Please see below for details.

 

Please note: Successful candidates must be able to provide proof of legal authorization to work in the United States. Screening based on resumes submitted will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Only successful candidates will be contacted; they will be requested to submit their background check information.


Required and Preferred Qualifications

  • Fluent in English
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills as well as the ability to work as a part of a team or independently in a multi-cultural work environment
  • Highly organized and able to multitask
  • Ability to work overtime as directed by the needs of the Embassy
  • Ability to follow the instructions of the supervisor

Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Perform security duties such as access control, patrols on foot, monitoring CCTV, security checks, responding to emergencies by following emergency response procedures, paperwork related to the security section, etc. Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned by the supervisor.


Basic Working Hours

Working hours are variable and include nights, weekends, and holidays.
  1. Basic working hours per week: 35 hours (with overtime as needed)
  2. Basic Working hours of each shift
    Day shift: 7 hours
    Night shift: 14 hours (1-2 night shifts required per week)
  3. Days off per week: 2 days per week

Monthly Salary

Salary is commensurate with experience.

The monthly pay range for this position is USD $3,400 - $5,200.


Other Benefits

The Embassy offers group health insurance coverage, paid vacation, and sick leave.


How to apply:

Email your resume, cover letter and reference letter(s)(if any) to: eoj.security.recruit@ws.mofa.go.jp.


Please no phone calls. Due to the high volume of resumes we receive, we cannot guarantee consideration of your application if the submission instructions are not properly followed.