Protocol Specialist

• Manages and coordinates protocol efforts across the 16 AF enterprise. Research interprets analyzes and applies all protocol guidance and polices outlined in DAFI 90-1201 Protocol.
• Accomplish work assigned by the Chief of Protocol based on organization priorities considerations of difficulty and to effectively meet organization and customer needs.
• Establishes develops and maintains effective working relationships with Air Force Joint Services Joint Base San Antonio foreign embassies state and local organizations executive staff and greets high-ranking dignitaries upon their arrival to the installation.
• Instructs and educates conference/summit project officer on proper customs and courtesies for any special award presentations and recognitions during conferences.

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• All new DCIPS employees are required to complete a two-year DCIPS trial period.
• If authorized PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements may be found at: posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Must be registered for Selective Service see Legal and Regulatory Guide
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
• Involves everyday risks or discomforts and require normal safety precautions typical of such places as meeting/training rooms commercial vehicles kitchens and office spaces.
• Required to lift carry push or move heavy objects equipment and supplies.
• May be required to work other than normal duty hours. Required to work some weekends designated by the 16 AF Chief of Protocol and approved by the 16 AF Chief of Staff to meet mission priorities and goals.
• Incumbent may be subject to psychological screening / polygraph testing as an inherent primary requirement of their position.

This is a GG-11 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-11 duties for the Professional work category are at the Full Performance work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-11 level. The selectees salary will be set within the grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectees qualifications in relation to the job.

In order to qualify you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions Administrative and Management Positions

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge skills abilities and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of creditable experience include knowledge of the principles concepts and methods of executing protocols regarding conferences special events ceremonies and distinguished visitors that has been supplemented by skill gained through job experience to permit independent performance of recurring assignments expanded professional or administrative knowledge gained through relevant graduate study or experience which has provided skill in carrying out assignments operations and procedures and skill in applying this knowledge to such assignments as the design and planning of difficult but well-precedented projects.

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EDUCATION: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge skills and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your official transcripts.

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COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements for the grade level specified. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your official transcripts.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge skills abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
1. Knowledge of protocol official funding sources administrative and security regulations instructions methods and procedures.
2. Knowledge of the organization and its functions sufficient to process incoming and outgoing correspondence.
3. Knowledge of ceremonies for Air Force other U.S. Armed Forces Department of State and other organizations within the federal government. Conducts analysis of complex ceremonial functions and procedures to determine appropriate requirements and independently resolving problems areas and making on-the-spot decisions to correct any problems.
4. Knowledge of rank structure of U.S. or foreign military and civilian distinguished visitors.
5. Knowledge of religious preferences cultural differences customs and courtesies dietary restrictions personal interests and habits of foreign and domestic distinguished visitors in order to afford the proper courtesies and amenities.
6. Skilled in diplomacy when dealing with high-level officials and senior Major Command members joint agency staff either in person video teleconferencing or on the telephone and ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONTD:

1. Position is designated special-sensitive and requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed.
2. DRUG TESTING: This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Testing Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force national security and public safety.
3. The work requires frequent long periods of standing for briefings seminars ceremonies conferences/summits social events flight line arrivals meeting/greeting guests and movement among various locations during visits and tours. Work is sometimes settled. Work is accomplished both inside and outside workspaces. The incumbent may be required to function in varying weather conditions.
4. Incumbent must be able to work under stressful conditions and cope with problems created by dealing on a day-to-day basis with high-ranking officials. Perform well in a fast-paced environment by frequent changes in visit itineraries conference schedules social events guest lists menus facility availability etc.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.