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 Deputy Chief of the Headquarters Air Education and Training Command (AETC) Protocol Office. Primary focus of the position is to serve as the Command SME for the planning, managing and executing of all aspects of the HQ AETC protocol program.

Duties

Deputy Chief of the Headquarters Air Education and Training Command (AETC) Protocol Office. Develops Protocol Training Courses and implements protocol policy and procedural guidance based on DOD and AF objectives to AETC. As SME, responsible for oversight of effective and accurate expenditures of Official Representation Funds (ORF), Special Morale and Welfare Funds (SM&W) and Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Funds, and management of expenditures for the office government purchase card and travel budget. As the Protocol Expert, he/she will serve, along with the Chief of Protocol, as the principle point of contact for all protocol aspects of conferences hosted by the AETC Commander or Deputy Commander.

Requirements

• 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.
• May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft to accomplish temporary duty.
• May be expected to perform duties outside of normal scheduled duty hours to include weekends, holidays, and overtime. Subject to being on-call to support mission requirements and during periods of high activity.
• These irregular hours are usually not forecasted and require flexibility on the part of the member.
• Employee must possess the ability to perform moderate physical activity involving lifting, brisk walking, and standing for long periods of time.
• May be required to carry a phone or radio during on and off-duty hours.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• This is a TERM position not to exceed 01 August 2027
• This is an obligated position to which an employee has Return Rights. Upon the employee’s return, incumbent could be subject to reassignment. If not possible, Selectee will be entitled to an assignment under Reduction-In-Force procedures (RIF).
• Severance pay is/is not authorized - A break in service of more than 3 calendar days may be required for permanent federal internal and transfer employees.

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-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes: (1) knowledge of the concepts, principles, and techniques of protocol matters, both international and national to develop, establish, and maintain a proactive protocol program; as well as, broad knowledge of military traditions and skill in working with high level military and civilian officials. (2) Knowledge and skill in applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of the program; and (3) Knowledge of the major issues, program goals and objectives, work processes and administrative operations of the Protocol Office. 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-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. 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. Extensive knowledge of the concepts, principles, and practices of a protocol, precedence, funding, military ceremonies and traditions, both national and international. 2. Knowledge of the protocol and military operational planning process and ability to apply that knowledge in routine exercise, contingency, and real world operations. 3. Knowledge of communication techniques, principles, and regulations to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing in responding to work related problems and questions. 4. Knowledge of standard organizational budge procedures. 5. Sill in working with people to maintain effective working relationships with groups interested in or affected by ceremonial and protocol programs and policies and skill in working with high level military and civilian officials. 6. Ability to plan, organize and direct functions and staff of a large sized organization to include providing guidance to both military, civilian, and contract personnel. 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

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

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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 JBSA Randolph AFB 550 D Street East JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]