Protocol Specialist Security Clearance

Position: PROTOCOL SPECIALIST with Security Clearance
Location: Scott Air Force Base

Duties Develops, coordinates and monitors protocol plans for Air Mobility Commander hosted conferences and visits by distinguished U.S. and foreign military/civilian visitors. Serves as protocol advisor to Air Mobility Command (AMC) Senior Leaders. Advises AMC Leadership on the impact of protocol issues and problems such as flags, seating, precedence or dress. Plans, arranges, and coordinates many of the myriad of details associated with the large number of distinguished American and foreign visitors to the Command.

Plans and oversees visit agendas, itineraries, conferences, ceremonies, briefings, tours, official functions, support activities, and amenities for numerous distinguished visitors. Prepares correspondence as required. Prepares necessary protocol related correspondence for the AMC Commander or Deputy Commander or Protocol Chief as needed. Requirements Conditions of employment
* U.S. Citizenship Required
* Males must be registered for Selective Service, see (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).
* 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:  
* This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
* Disclosure of Political Appointments
* 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.
* Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
* Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military and/or commercial aircraft.
* Required to work other than normal duty hours, which includes evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
* Travel and Relocation Expenses Will Not Be Paid Qualifications 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. SPECIALIZED

EXPERIENCE:

Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience include: (1) Applying protocol concepts, principles, and techniques to maintain a proactive protocol program of military traditions; (2) developing plans for distinguished visitors that ensure they are accorded all appropriate honors and courtesies; (3) applying analytical and evaluative methods to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of a protocol program OR

EDUCATION:

Successfully completed a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or LL.M which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, if related.

NOTE:

You must submit a copy of your transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND

EDUCATION:

A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%.

NOTE:

You must submit a copy of transcripts. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS:
Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks.

NOTE:

Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. 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 the concepts, principles, and practices typical of a MAJCOM protocol program.
2. Thorough knowledge of written and oral communication principles, methods, and techniques to conduct and coordinate protocol activities for a variety of organizations.
3. Knowledge and general understanding of Air Force, major command, and military traditions related to protocol.
4. Skill in gathering, evaluating, and interpreting data to arrive at valid conclusions and offer meaningful recommendations to senior personnel.
5. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
6. Ability to demonstrate and exercise strong management and leadership skills. 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…