EPG - Protocol Specialist GS-0301-11

Full TimeAZ-SIERRA VISTAEPG
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Eligibility Requirements

US Citizenship

Career Category

Public Affairs (PAO)

Job Summary

  • This job is a civilian position and does not require military service (including commission and enlistment)
     
    WHAT IS ATEC?

    ATEC is the Army’s independent test and evaluation organization. We are a team of Civilian and Military personnel working together to provide America’s Military with the best equipment to win and return home safely. At ATEC, we have a saying: If a soldier rides, wears, shoots, or deploys it, we test it. ATEC is at the forefront of testing and evaluating technologies of the future from autonomous aerial/ground vehicles to hypersonic weapons. Each day, top scientists and engineers test and evaluate cutting-edge equipment. Our workforce is highly technical and skilled, comprised of more than 8,500 military, civilian, and contract personnel. Engineers, scientists, technicians, researchers, and evaluators work with innovative, advanced technologies in 24 testing and research locations across the U.S. States and around the world. If you are a civilian who wants their work to make a difference, we look forward to hearing from you. For more information on ATEC, salary, benefits, etc., see: ATEC Civilian Careers
     
    This is a Direct Hire (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Domestic Defense Industrial Base (DIB) & Major Range and Test Facilities Base (MRTFB) in DoD to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service.
     
    The Electronic Proving Ground (EPG) mission statement:  The U.S. Army Electronic Proving Ground (EPG) executes developmental testing in direct support of Army Futures Command, Program Executive Offices, DOD partners and industry partners to ensure our War fighters are enabled to dominate the future battlefield. 
     
    The U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command has various incentives that may be available for highly qualified candidates. These include Recruitment Incentives, Relocation Incentives, credit for Leave Accrual. Incentives may be authorized IAW agency policy.  
     
    The Army values diversity of perspectives, backgrounds, cultures, and skills, which connects employees to organizations that are committed to building an inclusive work environment where they can contribute to their fullest potential. 
     
    Sierra Vista is a Purple Heart City and veteran friendly, where the average commute is 16 minutes. This mid-sized city experiences a mild climate with a laidback lifestyle and athletic environment. The surrounding area has a wealth of outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking, cycling (30 miles of path) and wildlife viewing. Water activities are available at two nearby lakes, and the city’s Cove Aquatic Center. There is a weekly Farmer’s Market and many holiday festivals throughout the year. The city is just a short drive away from Southern Arizona’s bustling wine country, Cochise County alone has over 10 wineries. Sierra Vista is home to a community college and two universities. Fort Huachuca’s Housing Office even offers local relocation assistance for our Civilian workforce. Those wishing to live in Tucson for additional housing options and work on post, may utilize a weekday shuttle. 
     
    More information about EPG can be found at: EPG Homepage   Follow EPG at:   EPG Facebook Page

Job Responsibilities

  • Serves as Protocol Specialist, formulates, develops, coordinates, executes and supervises the functions of the Protocol Office including Distinguished Visitor (DV) programs and ceremonies.
  • Serves as the Command’s Unit Public Affairs Representative (UPAR) responsible for planning, preparing, coordinating, communicating, reporting, informing and monitoring all aspects of public affairs.
  • Provides advice and assistance on protocol matters to the Command Group and others throughout the command and outside the command as required.
    Plans, directs, coordinates, executes and supervises the conduct of the Command DV programs and ceremonies.
  • Plans and coordinates the conduct of official social functions.
  • Meets with customers/clients during the developmental stages of visual presentation projects to help define objectives, recommend solutions, and help determine methods and procedures for production.
  • Provides timely briefings to senior leaders to ensure that senior leader expectations are met within the respective framework of the ceremonies/events.

Job Qualification

  • U.S. Citizens who meet the minimum qualification requirements for the following series:  0301 Qualification Standards
     
    Basic Requirement for 0301: In order to qualify, you must meet the requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.   Minimum Requirements for 0301 Series can be found here.
     
     

Specialized Experience

  • In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
     
    Specialized Experience: Applicants must meet the basic requirements for the GS 0301–09, and have at least one (1) year of specialized experience in the GS-09 (or higher) grade level or equivalent pay system (may have been obtained in the Federal service, military, or private sector).
     
    GS 11: I have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 grade level in the Federal service, which includes: experience with protocol responsibilities and functions such as 1.) Updates organizational content of material on public websites, social media, and blogs to ensure accurate information is disseminated to the public; (2) Follows accepted operating policies, procedures, and protocol related to communicating and receiving high-level Federal leaders, state leaders and distinguished visitors; (3.) Assists with the planning and development and delivery of products; utilizing various graphic design, art media, maps, diagrams, charts, slides, and presentation applications for use in communicating information through visual means.  This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09).  
     
     

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED. You will be evaluated based on your level of competency in the following areas:

  • Administration and Management
  • Customer Service 
  • Oral Communication
  • Communications and Media
Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support the specialized experience described above. If your resume includes a photograph/inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility/qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy. For qualifications determinations, your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., hours per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked incomplete, and you may not receive consideration for this position. For additional information on what to include in your resume, click Resume

You will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Your application will be used to determine eligibility and qualifications for this position. If determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.

Conditions of Employment

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • A trial/probationary period may be required.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • Direct deposit of pay is required.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement
  • Incumbent of the position must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance: Secret
  • Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances are NOT authorized.
  • Relocation/Recruitment/Relocation Incentive maybe offered.
  • The incumbent may be required to work nights and weekends to support the mission. 
  • This is NOT a REMOTE Position.
  • This is a Career Program (CP) 22 - Public Affairs and Communications Media.
  • A government Driver License is required.
  • Temporary travel maybe up to 15% of the time.

Travel Requirements

Up to 20% Travel

QUESTIONS or issues please send us a message with the vacancy announcement URL, position title, and location to:

usarmy.huachuca.atec.list.epg-hr@army.mil