Protocol Specialist - USCG

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Position Overview

Provide support to the United States Coast Guard (USCG), CG‑AIR’s Aviation Logistics Center (ALC), Aviation Projects Acquisition Center (APAC), and Office of Aeronautical Engineering (CG‑AIR‑E).

Essential Job Functions

• ALC tours: Organize and coordinate base‑wide tours, including itineraries and transportation, for distinguished visits (e.g., Congressional staff, USCG Flag Officers, DHS staff, other governmental agencies); conduct weekly tours for newly hired employees, visitors, and others as directed; lead specialized tours for civic organizations, government representatives, schools, and other designated groups.
• Guest escort and itineraries: Greet arriving aircraft; arrange transportation for visitors; escort guests throughout the base complex; manage and coordinate visitor itineraries.
• Command briefings, meetings, and conference rooms: Set up and operate audio/visual equipment; manage the schedule for the Commanding Officer’s conference rooms, update metric boards, and handle related tasks; attend designated meetings, record minutes, and publish them; maintain and update weekly briefing materials; keep the Command Brief (ALC101) current and accurate; regularly attend meetings as required.
• Ceremonies, social functions, and events: Plan and manage ceremonies (retirements, promotions, awards, etc.), handling invitations, scripts, speeches, and programs; provide protocol support; organize and assist in hosting social functions for the Wardroom (Officers); coordinate the Enlisted Person of the Quarter recognition program with USCG Public Affairs and local media; assist the CG‑AIR Commanding Officer’s Secretary; perform other ALC and command administrative duties.

Minimum Qualifications

• U.S. citizen
• Read, write, speak, and comprehend English
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of basic arithmetic
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines
• Ability to work with minimal Government oversight
• Obtain Military/DoW Protocol Specialist certification (from the Protocol School of Washington) within 12 months of hire; proof of certification required upon completion
• At least 2 years’ experience in protocol and event planning, including applying protocol and etiquette to organize events, coordinate ceremonies, and manage receptions for dignitaries, military and civilian representatives, and high‑ranking officials

Desired Qualifications

• 1 year experience in USCG procedures
• Proficiency in ALMIS
• Proficiency in AMMIS

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage
• Retirement savings – 401(k)
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday leave
• Alternate work schedules (depending on work site)
• Flexible spending account options

Pay

Target Salary Range: market comparative at time of award.