Human Resources Assistant

Opening Period: July 7, 2022 – July 14, 2022.
Summary: The U.S. Mission in Sofia, Bulgaria is seeking eligible and qualified applicants for the position of Human Resources Assistant as part of the U.S. Department of State.
Salary: BGN 15.69 per hour (gross).
The work schedule for this position is full time - 40 hours per week.
Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time (one month) of receipt of agency authorization and/or clearances/certifications or their candidacy may end.
Supervisory Position: No
Duties:
The incumbent provides a variety of personnel services in support of all employees in the Mission as part of the Human Resources (HR) section. Prepares and submits the monthly social security and tax information to the Bulgarian National Revenue Agency for the Locally Employed (LE) Staff on a timely basis. Processes annual tax reconciliation and tracks National Revenue Agency reports. Submits sick leave certificates and other required forms and information for payment to the Bulgarian National Social Security Institute. Advises employees on their eligibility and conditions for receiving local social security and health benefits. Responds to inquiries and assists with other social security and tax related matters to LE Staff regarding their employment at the Embassy. Responsible for the salary advance program and processing requests as needed. Provides other HR and administrative support to the section and Management section.
Qualifications, Evaluations and Requirements:
EDUCATION:
• At least two years university or college studies are required.
Please upload the required document to your application.
EXPERIENCE:
• Two years (full-time equivalent) progressively responsible work experience in Bulgarian social security and tax processing, accounting, bookkeeping or related administrative field.
Please address this factor in your application under Main Duties & Responsibilities of your Work Experience.
LANGUAGE (This may be tested):
• English: Good working knowledge; written & spoken
• Bulgarian: Fluent; written & spoken, including the ability to translate
Please address both requirements in your application.
JOB KNOWLEDGE:
• Good knowledge of local institution structure, and Bulgarian labor code, social security code, tax code, and other pertinent regulations to Bulgarian social security and income tax processing.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Excellent computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
• Ability to organize, prioritize work, and complete tasks within deadlines
• Tact and diplomacy in dealing with employees and external counterparts
• High precision in work with numbers
• Should keep confidential the personal information submitted by employees
Qualifications:
To be considered for this position, you must enter the requested information in the Education, Experience and Language sections of your application. Resumes/CVs are not requested and will NOT be reviewed.
All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.
Benefits:
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.
The Embassy provides a variety of benefits such as alternate work schedule, online training possibilities, medical reimbursement plan, community services and events, cafeteria and café, bank office on the premises, as well as gym and other sport facilities and activities.
For Locally Employed Staff, the U.S. Mission in Bulgaria provides a competitive benefits package in addition to the base pay salary.
The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.
How to Apply:
To apply for this position click the “Submit Application” button.
On the external webpage click the “APPLY TO THIS VACANCY” button and create your own personal account in order to apply. For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.
All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a Public Trust clearance.
Required Documents:
If you fail to provide requested information, or the information you submit is insufficient to verify your eligibility, you will not be considered for this position. In order to qualify based on education, you have to submit the requested diploma and/or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement.
• A proof of at least two years university or college studies is required
• Residency and/or Work Permit (for non-Bulgarian citizens only)
For the full list of required documents, please press the "Submit Application" button.
Next Steps:
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email or phone.
For further information - the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office.
Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Sofia, Bulgaria.