Senior Vehicle Fleet Management Advisor - Liberia

•  U.S. Citizen or Third Country National;
• In possession of a current and valid driving license for at least one year;
• Ability to possess/maintain MRPT certification;
• Must satisfy the requirements for Specialist Advisor outlined in the base contract IV.
• Minimum ten years of general vehicle maintenance experience with a field-related Bachelor Degree. Additional experience can substitute for a degree on a year to year basis;
• Minimum of five years’ recent experience as a Vehicle Fleet Maintenance/Management Officer of at least 50 vehicles with supervisory responsibilities in support of an operational mission;
• At least one year of work in an international environment;
• Demonstrated experience implementing effective procedures to maintain accountability of personnel, vehicles, equipment, and supplies;
• Knowledge of principles, practices, tools, materials, equipment, and techniques required for maintaining and repairing a variety of makes and models of vehicles, construction equipment, fire apparatus, and related mobile equipment as found in a municipal police fleet;
• Knowledge of operation and maintenance of a variety of makes and models of vehicles, power tools, and related fleet maintenance tools;
• Knowledge of safety equipment and safety practices related to vehicle use and maintenance;
• Must have demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and direct highly varied and complex operations related to vehicle and equipment services;
• Knowledge of principles and practices of employee supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation, and the training of staff in work procedures;
• Must have the ability to review specifications for new equipment acquisition;
• Strong analytical skills and ability to handle complex situations;
• Strong interpersonal skills; proven ability to work well with others. Ability to work effectively both in a team environment and independently to achieve the desired end state;
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills;
• Proficient with basic MS Office computer programs; able to organize, analyze, prepare, and present information to a variety of audiences;

Desired Qualifications: 

• Experience in police development/reform overseas or other relevant experience overseas, particularly in developing countries.
• Extensive experience managing and/or directing vehicle fleet programs in police forces.
• Knowledge of USG contracting practices and experience in contract oversight.
• Experience working or coordinating with USG agencies (e.g., USAID, Justice, State, and/or Defense).
• Ability to explain, promote, and defend USG policies to senior law enforcement officials of other nations and the host country and representatives of international organizations.
• Possess strong leadership/influencing skills – makes decisions, self-directed, self-confident, positive, good negotiator, able to prioritize personal and team activities
• Ability to exercise a high degree of professional judgment, diplomacy, and tact at all times in order to build successful relationships with Liberian partners and the international community.

Tetra Tech Inc. is a leading provider of consulting, engineering, and technical services worldwide. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—20,000 people working together across disciplines and time zones to provide smart, sustainable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in over 400 locations worldwide. We offer competitive compensation and benefits and are searching for innovative people to join our teams!