The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Chief of Protocol,Jeanne M. Holm Center for Officer Accessions and Citizen Development and provide protocol expertise and advice to the Holm Center Commander.

Duties

Develops and implements protocol policy and procedural guidance for the Holm Center Commander as well as other senior staff members of the Holm Center concerning official and proper protocol requirements for visiting dignitaries, conferences, special events, official meetings and briefings, military ceremonies Schedules, plans, directs, and monitors cradle-to-grave requirements for the visits of senior distinguished military and civilian leaders to the Holm Center to support the mission, OTS and AFROTC field training graduation events, orientation visits, conferences, and special events Serves as protocol advisor to the Holm Center Commander, subordinate commanders/directors, staff, and cadets/trainees Monitors and coordinates long-range planning of special and annual events, and provides input and coordination regarding the Holm Center commander's activities and calendar

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• A Secret security clearance will be required
• PCS will not be paid
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• An uncommon tour of duty or overtime work may be required to support Holm Center activities, with includes evening, weekend, and/or holidays
• Attendance at social functions may be required.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• A 3-day beak in service may be required for current federal employees.
• Term position NTE 01-MAR-2026
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station
• Relocation and recruitment incentives are not authorized

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 and 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 include: (1) knowledge and skill in applying analytical and evaluative methods to issues concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of a protocol program and its operations of supporting functions to include the funding, human resources, and materials/equipment associated with fulfilling complex requirements with planning and execution of high-level functions; (2) knowledge of budgeting and accounting practices to project, monitor and document expenditures; (3)ability to apply successful problem-solving techniques to a wide range of complex planning situations and to coordinate and control implementation of solutions; (4) knowledge and skill in applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of protocol programs or policies; (5) knowledge and skill sufficient to speak to a variety of individuals and groups in explaining the program and its objectives and policies to obtain the cooperation of others. OR EDUCATION: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or LL.M., if related. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. OR Combination of Education and Experience: 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 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. 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. Thorough knowledge of the concepts, principles and practices of a protocol program, and ability and knowledge of qualitative and quantitative techniques for measuring, analyzing, and establishing a metrics system to review the effectiveness and efficiency of functions/events. 2. Strong communication skills (both written and oral) required for conducting and coordinating protocol activities for a variety of organizations. 3. Detailed knowledge and general understanding of Air Force, Major Command, and military traditions related to protocol. 4. Working knowledge of budgeting and accounting practices to project, monitor, and document expenditures. 5. Knowledge of safety, security, personnel management and EEO regulations, practices and procedures. 6. Ability to revise aspects of protocol functions based on information gathered and how it relates to the overall mission of a large geographically dispersed unit headquartered on a multi-mission installation and the support services needed to carry out complex assignments for different programs and organizations. 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.

Contacts

• Address Maxwell AFB 50 Lemay Plaza South Maxwell AFB, AL 36112 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]