Hiring One Local Staff Member (Driver)
2026/10/7
The Consulate General of Japan in Seattle is seeking to hire one local staff member (driver). The Required Qualifications are as follows.
[Required Qualifications]
・fluency in English (proficiency in Japanese at a conversational level is preferred)
・Individuals who hold U.S. permanent residency or U.S. citizenship
・Individuals who hold a driver’s license issued by a government agency
・Individuals with knowledge of traffic conditions in Seattle or elsewhere in the United States
1. Workdays and Hours
・Work Hours: 8:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (1-hour lunch break from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.)
・Days Off: Two days off per week (Saturday and Sunday), and days when the consulate is closed
2. Expected Start Date
January 2027 or later
3. Compensation and Benefits
・$22.14–$28 per hour (Salary is determined based on experience and other factors.)
・Partial subsidies are provided for health insurance and pension contributions.
・No Commuting allowance is provided.
4. Job Responsibilities
・Providing transportation for consulate staff to their work sites and business travel destinations.
・Transporting items and documents necessary for official duties.
・Support for receptions or events.
5. Application Process
To apply, please submit your application either by email or by post at the address listed in Section 6. Your application must include a copy of documentation proving your U. S. citizenship or permanent residency, a copy of your driver’s license and a resume (in any format). The resume must include all the items listed below:
(1) Full Name
(2) Current Address
(3) Phone Number, Email Address
(4) Background (Education, Work Experience, etc.)
(5) Special Skills, Certifications, etc.
(6) Reason for Applying
Application must be received by Friday, November 13, 2026. Please note that submitted resumes and other documentation cannot be returned.
6. Mailing Address
Address: Consulate-General of Japan
701 Pike St., Suite 1000, Seattle, WA 98101
Local Staff Recruitment Section, Admin Section
Email: admin@se.mofa.go.jp
*Please note that we cannot accept telephone inquiries regarding this matter.
[Required Qualifications]
・fluency in English (proficiency in Japanese at a conversational level is preferred)
・Individuals who hold U.S. permanent residency or U.S. citizenship
・Individuals who hold a driver’s license issued by a government agency
・Individuals with knowledge of traffic conditions in Seattle or elsewhere in the United States
1. Workdays and Hours
・Work Hours: 8:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (1-hour lunch break from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.)
・Days Off: Two days off per week (Saturday and Sunday), and days when the consulate is closed
2. Expected Start Date
January 2027 or later
3. Compensation and Benefits
・$22.14–$28 per hour (Salary is determined based on experience and other factors.)
・Partial subsidies are provided for health insurance and pension contributions.
・No Commuting allowance is provided.
4. Job Responsibilities
・Providing transportation for consulate staff to their work sites and business travel destinations.
・Transporting items and documents necessary for official duties.
・Support for receptions or events.
5. Application Process
To apply, please submit your application either by email or by post at the address listed in Section 6. Your application must include a copy of documentation proving your U. S. citizenship or permanent residency, a copy of your driver’s license and a resume (in any format). The resume must include all the items listed below:
(1) Full Name
(2) Current Address
(3) Phone Number, Email Address
(4) Background (Education, Work Experience, etc.)
(5) Special Skills, Certifications, etc.
(6) Reason for Applying
Application must be received by Friday, November 13, 2026. Please note that submitted resumes and other documentation cannot be returned.
6. Mailing Address
Address: Consulate-General of Japan
701 Pike St., Suite 1000, Seattle, WA 98101
Local Staff Recruitment Section, Admin Section
Email: admin@se.mofa.go.jp
*Please note that we cannot accept telephone inquiries regarding this matter.