At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct security investigations and liaise with local law enforcement.
- Company: Join a vital team in the Regional Security Office.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience in security and law enforcement.
- Other info: Exciting opportunity for career growth in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Make a difference by protecting personnel and ensuring safety.
- Qualifications: Experience in law enforcement or security is essential.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
Working in the Regional Security Office (RSO), the Foreign Service National Investigator (FSNI) conducts security investigations and maintains liaison with local police and other security and law enforcement officials. The FSNI assists the RSO team in coordinating protection for post personnel and visiting U.S. government officials, obtaining and reporting on information concerning potential security threats to post personnel, facilities, or information.
Duties
- Investigations: Does background checks on job candidates and local contractors, and researches cases for other U.S. law enforcement agencies.
- Liaison: Works with local police, government, and security contacts to protect post personnel, support VIP visits and conferences, and help employees involved in crimes or accidents.
- Threat Analysis: Collects and checks threat information, tracks crime, terrorism, and political trends, and reports on how they affect post security.
Skills and Experience
FOR THE EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS, APPLICANTS MUST MEET EITHER OPTION 1 OR OPTION 2 TO QUALIFY
- Option 1: Three (3) years experience in law enforcement, military, private security, or investigation is required. Completion of two (2) years University Studies is required.
- Option 2: Five (5) years of experience in law enforcement, military, private security, or investigation is required. Completion of Secondary School (Year 12) is required.
All Applicants
Job Knowledge: Good working knowledge of the local and regional judicial system including criminal laws and procedures. Detailed knowledge of investigative techniques.
Skills and Abilities: Must have a valid, current driver's license and have held it for a minimum of five (5) years.
Next Steps: To be considered for this vacancy, local applicants must have at least 12 months of visa validity remaining.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE: NOVEMBER 20, 2026
Foreign Service National Investigator in Melbourne employer: US Consulate General
The US Consulate General offers a stable work environment with opportunities for professional growth in various roles, including housing coordination and security investigation. Employees benefit from a collaborative culture that emphasizes project management and independent work. The organization values experience in general services and security, providing a unique opportunity to contribute to the safety and well-being of U.S. personnel abroad.
