The Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) Chief Operating Officer (COO) administers the Director of National Intelligence (DNI's) vision and direction to the ODNI enterprise. This includes synchronizing policy, plans, procedures, and cross-functional issues. The COO oversees all ODNI business operations, including such areas as human resources, diversity & inclusion, finance and budget, information technology, security, facilities, and information management.

Duties

We encourage you to read the entire announcement prior to submitting your application. The COO's Executive Secretariat Office (ESO) directly supports the ODNI's executive leadership, to include the DNI, PDDNI, COO, and other senior executives. The COO is seeking a Protocol Officer to successfully coordinate and execute official, ceremonial, and social events on behalf of ODNI leadership. Major Duties and Responsibilities: Successful execution of large, complex, high-level official functions in support of the DNI, PDDNI, COO, and other senior officials that qualify for protocol support. Provide event support, in the selection and approval of internal and external locations for official functions, and in the integration of resources and support activities of multiple ODNI organizations and disciplines. Execution of complex protocol activities and functions, understanding of the interdependencies of various support disciplines and organizations. Maintain productive working relationships with ODNI staff, other Intelligence Community (IC) organizations, and private service providers in order to effectively develop and deliver integrated mission driven solutions to ODNI customers' protocol requirements. Prepare and produce invitations, seating diagrams, guest rosters, make recommendations and purchase official gifts, and perform other administrative items related to official events and meetings. Define and manage customer relations, ensuring that customer expectations are consistent with realistic time and cost projections and technical feasibility; discuss and resolve issues with customers, proactively identify appropriate service providers from across the ODNI, and integrating their service delivery activities. Resolve support issues; implement procedures and processes to solve difficult problems across ODNI projects and/or programs. Coordinate and monitor all aspects of delegated events in accordance with Chief of Protocol's guidance.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen residing in the United States
• Appointment is subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance based on an SBI with eligibility for sensitive compartmented information (SCI)
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• A two-year trial period is required for all new permanent appointments to the ODNI.

Qualifications

Mandatory Requirements: Thorough knowledge of sophisticated diplomatic and protocol procedures and ability to plan and implement events, VIP visits, meetings, military ceremonies, and other special occasions, basic knowledge of internationally accepted protocol methodologies and standards of diplomacy. Thorough knowledge of IC membership, structures, interrelationships, and DNI mission priorities as well as all branches of the U.S. Military Services. Ability to adhere to best practices, standard operating procedures and guidance from leadership. Ability and willingness to perform a wide variety of tasks, ability to change focus quickly and adapt work habits/schedule to meet mission requirements. Ability to provide leadership and guidance in the effective coordination of support for high-level official functions; ability to manage and mitigate risks, assess customer requirements, identify dependencies, and develop responsive plans. Ability to establish regular contact with high-level internal and external resources and have periodic contacts with other offices; use of tact and diplomacy in addressing confidential or highly sensitive events, and during contact with foreign dignitaries, senior leaders, employees and customers. Ability to balance responsibilities and manage multiple projects and assignments; ability to transition effectively from task to task, adapting to varying customer needs. Interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills, including ability to work effectively both independently and in a team or collaborative environment. Ability to communicate, both verbally and in writing, complex information in a clear, concise manner that is targeted to and meets the needs of diverse audiences with different perspectives and objectives. Ability to apply knowledge of the program principles, concepts, policies, objects and methods of official events and meeting planning. Ability to apply judgment in order to deliver mission driven solutions. At least two years of Protocol (or similar) experience supporting senior executives. Bachelor's Degree. Desired Requirements: 3-5 years of relevant experience.

Education

Bachelor's Degree.

Contacts

• Address EXECUTIVE SECRETARIAT Director Of National Intelligence Washington, DC 20511 US
• Name: Vacancy Team ODNI
• Phone: 0000000000