Protocol Specialist (Event Planning & Official Ceremonies)

Quick Facts

• Role: Protocol Specialist for a tenant wing

Description

Plans, manages, coordinates, advises, and trains on protocol matters for a tenant wing, and serves as an event planner for visits by distinguished visitors and groups. Provides policy and procedural guidance for senior leadership on correct protocol requirements for dignitary visits, military ceremonies, conferences, official meetings, briefings, social functions, and special projects. Acts as custodian for Official Representation Funds (ORF) and Special Morale & Welfare (SM&W) funds and prepares protocol briefings, reports, correspondence, and special projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide policy/procedural guidance for protocol requirements for visiting dignitaries and official events

• Serve as protocol advisor to the Commander, staff, and installation-level points of contact

• Manage ORF and SM&W funds for host and associate unit events and activities

• Prepare and update presentations, protocol briefings/reports, correspondence, and special projects

• Independently plan workload and coordinate event support requirements with multiple organizations

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship required

• Male candidates must be registered for Selective Service

• Maintain appropriate security clearance and current certifications

• Be able to work outside normal duty hours as needed (evenings/weekends/holidays)

• May require passing a drug test

• Meet qualification standards: 3 years of qualifying general experience (including 1 year at the next lower broadband NH-01 / GS-04 equivalent) or a qualifying master’s degree/graduate education or an approved combination (transcripts required if using education)

• Demonstrate knowledge and ability to apply military protocol and etiquette guidance to organize and oversee protocol events

Benefits

Comprehensive U.S. government benefits package (eligibility depends on position type and hours).