PROTOCOL SPECIALIST

Commander, Navy Installations Command

Santa Rita (GU)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 97,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Commander, Navy Installations Command on Guam seeks a Protocol Officer to plan and coordinate events requiring protocol support for Naval Base Guam. The role includes escorting guests and adjusting event schedules as needed to meet mission requirements.

Work may involve irregular hours, with potential overtime and holidays. A Secret security clearance is required for this position.

Qualifications

Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree required.
Or three years of graduate study toward a Ph.D.
Or LL.M. degree related to the position.

Responsibilities

Plan and coordinate events requiring protocol support for Naval Base Guam (NBG).
Escort and adjust visit schedules to meet guest and dignitary needs where required.

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree

Three years of progressive graduate education toward a Ph.D.

LL.M. degree related to the position

Job description

Hiring Agency: Commander, Navy Installations Command

You will serve as the Protocol Officer on US NAVAL BASE GUAM.

Key Responsibilities

You will plan and coordinate events requiring protocol support for Naval Base Guam (NBG).

Requirements & Education

In lieu of specialized experience, you may qualify with the following education or combination of both education and experience: I have successfully completed a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree. OR I have successfully completed three full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or equivalent degree. OR I have successfully completed an LL.M. degree that is related to the position being filled.

https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/students/federal-occupations-by-college-major/ OR I have a combination of experience and education as described above that equates to one year of experience. My percentage of the required education plus my percentage of the required experience equal one hundred percent. A transcript must be submitted with your application if qualifying using education. See Required Documents for additional information.

Additional Information: The majority of the preparations for the visits and functions are conducted in an office environment, while execution is usually conducted out of the office, to include offsite and field settings. The physical aspects of the position are centered around the actual visit / function. This includes a myriad of events, from escort, to on the spot adjustment of scheduled events, to attending any special concerns of the guest / dignitaries.

While not physically challenging, the work demands mental acumen, flexibility and responsiveness. Work hours can and often includes overtime, holidays, and weekends. This position is subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements. Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required.

ICTAP Applicants: To be considered well-qualified and exercise selection priority as an ICTAP candidate, displaced Federal employees must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a rating in the highly qualified category (score 85) or higher.

ICTAP candidates must provide copies of all of the following documentation at the time of application: 1) agency notice; 2) most recent performance appraisal; 3) most recent SF-50 or notification of personnel action that includes position, grade level, and duty location. Applicants who do not provide this documentation will not receive consideration as an ICTAP candidate.

For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/ Guam is designated as a medically underserved area. Military medical facilities offer space-available primary and limited specialty medical care; however, services are not guaranteed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Commander, Navy Installations Command, Department of the Navy.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $74678 – $97087/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-06.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.