PROTOCOL SPECIALIST

Full Job Description

You will serve as a Protocol Specialist in the EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR/COS FIRST SUBDIVISION of COMMANDER US FLEET FORCES COMMAND.

Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-09 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.

Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Experience applying comprehensive knowledge of protocol principles, methods, practices, and techniques and of organizations within the federal government, Department of Defense, Department of Navy, and U.S.

Fleet Forces Command.

Experience applying comprehensive and detailed knowledge of protocol subtleties associated with international engagements to include sensitive cultural practices and procedures involved with traditional and formal diplomatic customs, courtesies, and etiquette.

Experience applying comprehensive knowledge and skill for developing informational materials to include detailed itineraries, scripts, briefings, background papers, guest lists, historical participation and local organizational trends that directly support USFFC programs.

Experience with understanding Official Representation Fund (ORF) policies and guidelines in acquiring ORF funds.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Major Duties:

• You will provide advice and training on matters relating to policy, written regulations and associated customs that govern diplomatic formality, precedence, and service etiquette.
• You will coordinate, plan, and implement all aspects of dignitary visits.
• You will provide protocol guidance and support on matters concerning visits, conferences, ceremonies, and official social events.
• You will be responsible for initial planning, directing, controlling, implementing, and executing required support for the Commander, Deputy Commander, and Chief of Staff.
• You will maintain strict Official Representation Fund (ORF) accounting records and required events.
• You will interpret pertinent regulations concerning use of ORF SECNAVINST 7042.7L and provide guidance as required.
• You will be responsible for completing Event Approval Form for Legal review and Commander’s approval.
• You will monitor, recommend, brief, and maintain updated information on all protocol engagements in direct support of the Chief of Protocol.
• You will demonstrate an understanding of proper etiquette and the order of precedence to facilitate an event’s goals.