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The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as the 35th Fighter Wing, Protocol Officer; assisting the Wing Commander, and other subordinate command staff with activities related to Protocol and the Protocol Office and area surrounding Misawa Air Base. The location of this position is: PACAF, 35th Fighter Wing (35 FW), Protocol Office (CCP), Misawa AB, Misawa Japan.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
02/18/2026 to 02/24/2026
Salary
$63,795 to - $82,938 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 11
Location
FEW vacancies in the following location:
Misawa AFB, Japan
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
No
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
9T-AFPC-12890208-151599-FCM
Control number
857923000

Duties

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  • Serves as the Wing Protocol Officer, responsible for coordinating and directing appropriate transportation billeting, honors and other requirements for distinguished local, state, foreign and U.S. visitor's transiting or lodging at Misawa AB. Ensures the timely availability of Distinguished Visitor (DV) vehicles and drivers.
  • Serves as first level supervisor to (3) Protocol Specialists and (1) NCOIC of Protocol. Supervises/trains subordinates in protocol functions to include all initial and continuation protocol training, scheduling all their activities in protocol support. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short-term priorities, and prepares schedules.
  • Assists in planning and implementation of all official social functions and wing visits hosted by the Wing Commander and Vice Commander. Plans, organizes, and directs the activities of 35th Wing Protocol to comply with legal and regulatory statutes and meet customer needs. Develops goals and objectives that integrate 35th Wing and Protocol Office objectives.
  • Administers the Special Morale and Welfare (SM&W) funds that are used to support events that benefit the entire military community. Coordinates and implements special ceremonies through scheduling of DV ramp, providing for display of DV flags and providing DV lounge support. Responsible for the assessment of programs eligible for SM&W funding, to include Individual Recognition, Civic Affairs and Events, Memorial Observances, Welcoming and Orientation, Hosting of Visiting Personnel, and Change of Command Ceremonies.
  • Oversees the Wing Greeter Program for training and scheduling of group commanders and all wing 0-6s who are on 24-hour call to represent the Wing Commander for all DV actions. Schedules one week tours, gives pre-tour instructions, receives post tour briefs, and provides additional protocol support as necessary.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
  • If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
  • This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
  • Disclosure of Political Appointments
  • Employees and family members requiring medical/dental care in the overseas location are responsible for obtaining/paying for care. Access for these members to military medical/dental treatment facilities is on space-available/reimbursable basis only.
  • Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
  • Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
  • Required to work an uncommon tour of duty and frequently scheduled and unscheduled overtime; work after normal hours is expected and should be anticipated.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
  • Employee must possess ability to perform moderate physical activity involving lifting, brisk walking, and standing for long periods of time.
  • Public speaking and active training of large groups is an integral part of this position.
  • Employee must be articulate, polite/tactful, flexible to change, and demonstrate leadership under pressure.
  • Position can be mentally demanding and requires the employee to resolve problems quickly, applying tact and diplomacy in all situations.
  • A one (1) year supervisory probationary period is required if applicant selected has not previously met this requirement.
  • Tour Length 36 Months

Qualifications

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-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes (1) Applying knowledge of AF protocol/general protocol to plan/coordinate activities for general officers, distinguished civilians (e.g. congressional, presidential appointees, host country dignitaries and leaders, etc.) (2) have a high degree of judgment and discretion in expeditiously responding to taskers, Congressional inquiries, and correspondence (3) adept at dealing with people of all types, understand the interrelationship between the military and Congress, and must work efficiently and accurately under pressure, with a high degree of alertness, sound judgment, and intelligence.

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EDUCATION: Successfully completed a Ph.D. or equivalent graduate degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit copies of your college transcripts.

OR
COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: I have a combination of specialized experience and education. 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-inĀ­-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. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.

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. Knowledge of the rules of etiquette that apply to military and civilian leaders (foreign and US) and knowledge of the protocol requirements for DV code 4 or higher (foreign and US).
  2. Knowledge of the key positions at the Unified and Specified Command levels in the Pacific Command and
    knowledge of the positions in the governments of all countries in the Pacific Region.
  3. Knowledge of management's objectives and prioritized operational requirements.
  4. Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures.
  5. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organization.
  6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, complex ideas and instructions. Ability to plan, organize, and meet deadlines and master contingency planning under duress.

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.

ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
  • This position is emergency-essential (E-E). The incumbent of this position must meet all requirements of E-E positions and may be required as a condition of employment to take a series of vaccinations and annual boosters to immunize against anthrax and other diseases. In the event of a crisis situation, the incumbent or designated alternate, must continue to perform the E-E duties until relieved by proper authority. The incumbent or the designated alternate may be required to take part in readiness exercises. This position cannot be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization without seriously impairing the capability of the organization to function effectively. This meets the criteria of an E-E position and requires that the incumbent, or the designated alternate, be removed from any recall status.
  • Physical Requirement - selectee is required to meet specific physical standards and medical requirements consistent with being able to perform the essential functions of the overseas position. (Add Statement on the Announcement) - REF: AFMAN 36-204, 8.1.169.
  • Must possess and exercise a high degree of sensitivity, tact, expertise and diplomacy in dealing with high-ranking Air Force and DoD military and civilian employees, as well as equivalently high-ranking foreign personnel, family members and the general public.

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 programs. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Additional information

Important Overseas Information: Applicants interested in applying for overseas locations please click here to review important information regarding the exceptional family member program.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

Incentives: Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used.

Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

BASIS OF RATING: Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable.

Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements.
Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements.
Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements.

The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: When job announcements indicate PCS costs are authorized, overseas allowances may be authorized in accordance with Department of State Standardized Regulation (DSSR) and any applicable Federal Overseas Regulations.

Selectees who physically reside permanently in the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during the entire recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) and selected for employment in the foreign area are eligible to receive certain foreign area benefits such as: Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) or government quarters, Post Allowance, Home Leave, etc. (subject to approval).

Selectees who physically reside outside the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during any step of the recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) will have foreign area benefits eligibility be determined on a case by case basis.

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