Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Chief of Protocol and to plan, manage, coordinate, advise, execute, and train on matters pertaining to protocol for the 319th Reconnaissance Wing.

Duties

Serve as Chief of Protocol, develop and implement protocol and procedural guidance for the 319th Reconnaissance Wing Commander, Vice Commander, Director of Staff, and Public Affairs concerning proper protocol requirements for visiting dignitaries, military ceremonies, conferences, official meetings, briefings, etc Perform or arrange to meet and greet high-ranking dignitaries upon their arrival and accompany them through various phases of their visit Serve as protocol advisor to 319th Reconnaissance Wing Commander Manage the 319th Reconnaissance Wing Commander's Contingency Fund and use of Non-appropriated Funds in addition to Official Representation Funds and Special morale and Welfare accounts

Requirements

• Must complete initial online questionnaire and additional assessment(s)
• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle, an appropriate, valid driver’s license is required.
• This is a designated Key Position.
• The duties of this position meet all requirements as a category 4 designation, (Cont.)
• ...and shall not be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization without seriously impairing the capability of the parent Federal Agency or office to function effectively (Cont.)
• This position must be removed from the Ready Reserve and CANNOT become a member of the Ready Reserve. (IAW: DoDD 1200.7, Screening the Ready Reserve).
• Required to work an uncommon tour of duty and frequently scheduled and unscheduled overtime. Work after normal business hours is expected and should be anticipated. May be required to carry a pager, phone or radio during on and off-duty hours.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing
• Superior Qualifications may be considered
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
• 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 includes (1) knowledge of the customs, concepts, practices, and regulations dealing with national and international diplomatic formality, precedence, and etiquette; (2) adapting analytical techniques and evaluation criteria to the measurement and improvement of the protocol programs; (3) developing and implementing protocol plans, programs, complex projects, and procedures, setting overall objectives and priorities; (4) instructing and supervising project officers on all procedures start to finish for social events, conferences, meetings, briefings, visits, ceremonies, invitations, seating, programs and other associated protocol functions. OR EDUCATION: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position; or LL.M., 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 your 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 and thorough understanding of the concepts, principles and practices of protocol, military ceremonies, traditions, customs and courtesies, and governing policies, pertinent laws, regulations, and precedents. 2. Knowledge of Air Force, Major Command, and military traditions related to protocol. 3. Knowledge of regulations and procedures affecting Official Representation Funds (ORF), Special Morale and Welfare (SM&W) Funds, and Operations and Maintenance Funds (O&M) and skill in applying basic resource, budget, and funds management. 4. Skill and ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions of a protocol organization and provide guidance to military and civilian personnel. 5. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with skill in working with high level military and civilian officials and maintaining effective working relationships with groups interested in or affected by ceremonial and protocol programs and policies. 6. Ability to apply various office automation software tools, programs, and techniques to support office operations and produce a wide range of products. 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.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

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ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act requires federal agencies to treat an eligible active duty service member as a veteran, disabled veteran, and preference eligible (as applicable) when applying for civil service positions before the effective release or discharge date. Appointment of military members before the release or discharge date is permissible if the member is on terminal leave. At the time the active duty member applies for a civil position, he or she must submit a "certification" memo in lieu of a DD-Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. Active duty members applying for a civil service position without submitting a valid certification memo or DD-Form 214 with their application will render the member ineligible for the position. The certification memo must originate from the member's military service branch on official letterhead and contain the following:

• Name/Rank/Grade of Service Member
• Branch of Armed Forces
• Dates of Active Service (Start and End Date(s)
• Expected Date of Discharge/Release from Active Duty
• Terminal leave start date (if applicable)
• Expected character of service (honorable or general) and type of separation (i.e. separation or retirement)
• Must be certified within 120 days of anticipated discharge
• Signature by, or by direction of the adjutant, personnel office, unit commander, or higher headquarters commander.

Note: The VOW Act provides tentative preference. If appointed, a DD Form-214 must be submitted upon receipt

Contacts

• Address Grand Forks AFB 226 Steen Blvd Bldg 101 Grand Forks AFB, ND 58205 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]