Position Title:
Guard

Reference:
Belfast-2026-021

Location:
U.S. Consulate General, Belfast

Closing Date:
April 27, 2026

Work Hours:
Full -time, 40 hours/week

Salary:
£29,597 gross starting salary per annum

Benefits:
- Bi-weekly salary payments
- Merit Based Compensation (Performance Related Pay awards)
- Private Medical Insurance and Life Insurance Plans
- U.S. Embassy Group Personal Pension Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Annual and Sick Leave
- UK and U.S. paid public holidays
- Season Ticket Loan (Transportation)
- Training opportunities & personal development

The U.S. Consulate General, Belfast, is seeking an experienced police officer, military, or security guard to provide security for Belfast personnel and facilities by conducting access control and visitor screening duties as a member of their local guard program.

The incumbent of this position shall prevent unauthorized access; protect life; maintain order; deter criminal attacks against employees; dependents and property and terrorist acts against all U.S. assets, as well as prevent damage to Government property.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Applicants must address each required qualification listed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not qualified.

EDUCATION:
Primary school education is required.

EXPERIENCE:
A minimum of 2-years’ experience in the military or as a police officer, or security guard is required.

JOB KNOWLEDGE: Awareness of cultural norms and customs is required.

LANGUAGE:
Good working knowledge of English; speaking, reading & writing is required (this may be tested).

SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Ability to stay alert at all times. Ability and willingness to learn and enforce safety procedures. Ability to operate a motor vehicle. Basic computer skills are required. A full current UK/EU/EEA manual driving license is required.

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