This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/782569800. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
This position is located in Office of Congressional Affairs
The supervisor is Kimberly Sargent
This position is Non Bargaining Unit
This position IS not subject to Confidential Financial Disclosure reporting requirements.
This position IS not subject to security ownership restriction reporting requirements
Learn more about this agency03/20/2024 to 04/10/2024
$82,764 - $153,354 per year
GG 11 - 13
1 vacancy in the following location:
No
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Not required
Yes—Travel expenses associated with interview and/or relocation expenses associated with job offer may be paid to the extent allowed by Federal Travel Regulations.
Permanent
Full-time - Full Time
Excepted
13
No
Yes
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782569800
Current or former competitive service federal employees.
Current excepted service federal employees.
Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
Native Americans or Alaskan Natives with a tribal affiliation.
Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.
All NRC Employees are encouraged to apply. Based on the staffing needs of the agency/area of consideration, additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement.
Serves as the Protocol Officer in the Office of Congressional Affairs and is responsible for formulating internal protocol policies and procedures for the effective handling of distinguished visitors to the Agency. The incumbent (1) plans and executes detailed programs for Members of Congress, officials from other Federal departments and non-governmental officials, and other distinguished guests visiting the Commission, (2) advises and assists the Commission with protocol matters, (3) develops internal protocol policies and procedures for the effective handling of distinguished visitors, (4) plans, coordinates, and oversees conferences hosted by the agency, (5) makes all arrangements associated with conferences, meetings, and events including the agenda, social functions, official photos, escorts, and refreshments, and (6) greets and escorts distinguished visitors through their visit or arranges for suitable escorts.
You must meet the qualifications for this position by no later than 30 calendar days after the closing date of this announcement and before placement in the position.
In order to qualify for this position, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
Specialized experience is defined as working experience that includes the following:
GG-11: Specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-9) is defined as general knowledge of and experience that demonstrates coordination of projects with multiple tasks and anticipating issues before they arise, assisting in development of procedures and standards for protocol functions, and interacting with various levels of staff, high level officials, CEOs, Congressional Members and members of their staff.
GG-12: Specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-11) is defined as thorough knowledge of and experience that demonstrates coordination of projects with multiple tasks and anticipating issues before they arise, assisting in development of procedures and standards for protocol functions, and interacting with various levels of staff, high level officials, CEOs, Congressional Members and members of their staff.
GG-13: Specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS-12) is defined as substantial knowledge of and experience that demonstrates coordination of projects with multiple tasks and anticipating issues before they arise, assisting in development of procedures and standards for protocol functions, and interacting with various levels of staff, high level officials, CEOs, Congressional Members and members of their staff.
The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:
1. Demonstrated expert knowledge of policies, procedures, and practices pertaining to protocol, conference planning and management in coordinating large events with multiple tasks, interacting with various staff levels. Comprehensive knowledge of the NRC’s organization, programs, polices, and operations to assure their full consideration and utilization in the planning of events.
(Example: Describe types of events you have been responsible for coordinating. Describe your level of involvement, detail responsibilities and interaction with various NRC staff. Outline of your involvement in event from conception to execution.).
2. Demonstrated expert ability to interact tactfully and professionally with all levels of government, industry officials and personnel. Demonstrated ability to skillfully negotiate under difficult circumstances, make sound judgements under time constraints, and to effectively communicate.
(Example: Describe level of individuals you interact with on a daily basis and how you communicate. Provide examples of an event that required you to work with various team members in a stressful situation. Outline your areas of responsibility and describe your interaction with a team, provide specific examples)
3. Demonstrate knowledge of protocol standards and practices, precedence, national, military, and international diplomatic customs, courtesies, and etiquette, flag etiquette, and execution of large conferences, meetings and visits of dignitaries.
(Example: Provide specific examples of the types of events you have planned and executed. Include your understanding of proper protocol and how this effected the planning of the event.)
4. Demonstrate the ability to be flexible in a fast-paced environment with constantly changing requirements and deadlines. Ability to solve complex issues in a timely manner.
(Example: Provide specific examples of your ability to problem solve and make last minute decisions, independently, in dealing with issues that required quick action. Explain the issue, potential outcome, and final result based on your decisions. Give examples of situations that required using tack and diplomacy to reach an outcome.)
5. Demonstrate your knowledge and experience with appropriations law to properly manage appropriated funds.
(Example: Provide examples of your knowledge and use of appropriated funding.)
The duty location of this position is (Rockville, MD). In general, employees are expected to be in the office at a minimum of 4 days per pay period**. Telework schedules, including full-time telework, are approved, on a case-by-case basis. If selected, telework will be determined in accordance with Agency policy and the Collective Bargaining Agreement, if applicable.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
When the application process is complete, your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the job requirements. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to any vacancy questions to determine your level of knowledge, skill and ability related to the job requirements. If you are among the top candidates for this position, your application will be referred to the hiring manager.
Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to submit a thorough resume that directly relates to this position.
List of supplemental material that may be applicable:
If you are an NRC employee, you are required to submit your most recent Rating of Record (Performance Appraisal) or a statement saying that one is not available. Additionally, you must also submit a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action).
If you are a current/reinstatement eligible Federal employee with status (Tenure Group 1 or 2), you will be considered under our merit promotion procedures and must submit a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) to verify competitive status or reinstatement eligibility.
Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable (e.g. DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; Current Active Duty members must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter.) You can find additional information about Veterans' Preference at http://www.fedshirevets.gov/.
If you are applying for a position that requires a college degree, you must submit your College Transcripts.
All supplemental documents will now be collected electronically and should be submitted before the closing date of this vacancy announcement. You have three choices for submitting your supplemental documents:
1. Use the "USAJOBS" feature to download documents from your USAJOBS portfolio; or
2. use the "Upload" feature to upload documents directly from your computer. The following types of documents can be uploaded: .gif, .jpeg, .png, .rtf, .pdf, and .doc; or
3. use the "Fax" feature to print the Fax Cover Sheet and fax it, along with your supplemental documents to 1-571-258-4052.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
We strongly encourage you to complete your USAJOBS profile before you submit your application for this position.
Please read the entire announcement. Your application for this vacancy must be received online via the USAJOBS application system BEFORE 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of this announcement. If you fail to submit a complete online application, you will not be considered for this position.
The NRC requires that applicants submit resumes built using the USAJOBS Resume Builder tool. The Resume Builder tool is activated upon selecting "Build New Resume" under the "Resumes" section of your USAJOBS account.
Resumes uploaded to your USAJOBS jobseeker account that have not been built using the USAJOBS Resume Builder tool WILL NOT be accepted and you WILL NOT be allowed to further advance through the NRC application process.
To ensure you are using the correct resume type when applying to our vacancies, please make sure that the resume you are using during the application process is listed with a format type of "USAJOBS Resume" and a source type of "Built with USAJOBS Resume Builder. Verifying this information on your USAJOBS resume before applying will ensure the successful submission of your application to the NRC job vacancy.
Paper applications will not be accepted unless hardship circumstances can be demonstrated. Requests for extensions WILL NOT be granted. If applying online poses a hardship for you, the Human Resources Specialist listed on the announcement will provide assistance to ensure that applications are submitted online by the closing date. Applicants must contact the Human Resources Specialist during business hours BEFORE the closing date of the announcement and speak to someone who can provide assistance for your online submission.
You must answer any job specific vacancy questions. You will be rated based on your responses to any vacancy questions and especially the information provided in your resume. Breadth, recency, and length of experience in the field; training, awards, and commendations; past and current performance; and community or outside professional activities will be considered to determine your level of knowledge, skill or ability for this position. Abbreviated responses to the vacancy questions, such as “significant experience” or “see resume” do not provide enough information and should not be used. You will not be considered for this position if you leave any of the vacancy questions unanswered.
To begin the application process, select the "Apply On-line" button to the right on this screen. Then follow the prompts to login/register, submit all required supplemental documents, and complete the application process.
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