Protocol Officer

Summary About the Position: This position is in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). Employees occupying DCIPS positions are in the Excepted Service and must adhere to U.S. Code, Title 10, as well as Department of Defense Instruction 1400.25. This position is located in the Personnel, Manpower & Admin Directorate, J1. Applicants are highly encourage to visit https://www.cityofkeywest-fl.gov/ & https://www.monroecounty-fl.gov/ for information regarding the area. Learn more about this agency Duties Responsible for the entire operation of a fast-paced Command Protocol Office. Provide advice on all matters pertaining to ceremonial forms, honors, courtesies, etiquette, and other protocol issues dealing with vising foreign dignitaries and a foreign military community. Plan and provide specialized protocol advice and information on etiquette, customs of the military services, and foreign customs and social mores. Coordinate, facilitate, and execute all protocol requirements and support for DV and high-ranking US and foreign visitors and visiting guests. Prepare detailed itineraries, plans gifts, menus, meals, photographic, graphic, security access, parking support, and seating requirements. Plan, coordinate, and execute protocol support for all formal military ceremonies, conferences, and all visits made by U.S. and foreign flag/general officer equivalents. Responsible for designing and producing formal invitations, flyers, and programs to include coordinating for graphic and photographic supports. Serve as a first line supervisor, performing duties to include directing workload, overseeing performance, and providing training. Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. In accordance with Change 3 to AR 600-85, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Program, individual must successfully pass a urinalysis screening for illegal drug use prior to appointment and periodically thereafter. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret (TS) security clearance based on a Tier 5 investigation/Single Scope Background Information (SSBI) with eligibility for sensitive compartmented information (SCI). Requires temporary duty travel (TDY) up to 25% of the work schedule. Two year trial/probationary period may be required. Qualifications Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. 10-Point Other Veterans’ Rating30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans5-Point Veterans' PreferenceCurrent Army Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) EmployeeCurrent Department of Army Civilian EmployeesCurrent Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)Current DoD Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) Employee (non-Army)Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) Interchange AgreementDisabled Veteran w/ a Service-Connected Disability, More than 10%, Less than 30%Non-Department of Defense (DoD) TransferPrior Federal Service EmployeePriority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability RetirementPriority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference EligibleUnited States Citizen Applying to a DCIPS Position Army DCIPS positions apply Veteran's Preference to preference eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes advising or assisting with advising on matters pertaining to protocol issues such as ceremonial forms, honors, courtesies, etiquette and/or customs of the military service; assisting with the preparation of site visitors such as creating itineraries, designing formal invites or programs, planning gifts, developing appropriate menus, obtaining security access, and/or arranging parking support; and providing direction, advisement, or leadership to subordinates. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS/GG-12). Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Customer ServiceDecision MakingExternal Awareness Additional information This position requires a 2 year trial period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a(n) 51 Career Program position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. Advance in hire maybe authorized. Recruitment and/or Relocation incentive may be authorized. If you are driven by purpose, energized by innovation, and want to be part of a high-performing team on the front lines, your place is here with us. This is not a typical government job. Imagine a career with direct, visible, and life-saving impact. At Joint Interagency Task Force South (JIATF South), you can work against our Nation's adversaries. You will see tangible impact of your contributions in real time and will go home each day knowing you disrupted transnational criminal networks, saved lives, and protected our national security. Expand Hide  additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. 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