Summary
The Senate Sergeant at Arms is seeking a Assistant Protocol Officer. The complete vacancy announcement and application can be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/J5NY. This vacancy announcement closes at 7pm EST on the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.
Duties
Assists the Protocol Officer in planning, organizing, and executing protocol-related activities. Works in collaboration and coordination with Senate leadership, and other partnering entities such as the Architect of the Capitol, U.S. Capitol Police, U.S. Secret Service, and the House Sergeant at Arms office. Supports official visits by Domestic and Foreign Heads of State and their delegations to the Senate; supports the Protocol Officer as he/she manages a detailed schedule of movements/events, collaborates with appropriate security and law enforcement entities, and arranges greetings, escorts, and introductions as needed. Supports Senate participation in Capitol special events such as state funerals, statue unveilings, Congressional Gold Medal ceremonies, Joint Sessions/Joint Meetings, swearing-in ceremonies, and Inaugurations; assists in
coordinating SAA entities in support of these events. Aids in the preparations and execution of official Senate delegations or CODEL logistics for large gatherings
such as funerals and White House bill signings; includes managing Senator RSVPs and assisting in logistical communications and support. Performs other duties, as assigned, under the direction of the Protocol Officer and serves as the Protocol Officer in his/her absence.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- For conditions of employment and citizenship requirements, please visit the job announcement on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/J5NY.
Qualifications
Other Duties/ Responsibilities - Manages record keeping and event artifacts.
- Assists with Executive office administrative duties and events and as needed.
- Provides protocol-related customer service for Senate offices, including maintaining a scheduler contact list.
- Fields SAA media inquiries to the Senate Sergeant at Arms.
Required Work Experience - 2- 3 years of protocol, Capitol Hill, or special event experience. Experience working with VIPs and high-profile individuals.
Required Special Skills/ Knowledge - Ability to communicate clearly, orally and in writing, and give directions calmly and with authority.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships, both within the SAA organization and with partnering entities, embassies, and Senate offices.
- Superb organizational skills with the ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.
- Maintains fluency in appropriate work applications, software, tools, and best practices in protocol and event management.
- Ability to handle complex, sensitive, and confidential matters with discretion.
- Ability to represent the U.S. Senate in-person to foreign leaders and their delegations, and in planning meetings.
- Willingness to learn quickly and use Senate institutional and SAA organizational knowledge for problem solving.
- Ability to implement protocol skills and knowledge for event and visit planning.
As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role. Working Conditions - Work is performed in an office environment and is generally sedentary except when supporting special events, visits, and/or Senate travel. In those scenarios, work requires physical exertion such as long periods of standing, walking, and climbing stairs. The ability to travel by bus and plane is required.
Benefits
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application will be evaluated by a panel on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education. Highly qualified candidates may be interviewed and a reference check conducted.
Required Documents
Subject to background/security investigation.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
How to Apply
All applicants must apply for jobs online using this link: https://sen.gov/J5NY. Paper application materials, resumes and attachments that are sent via email, mail or brought in-person will not be considered or accepted. All applicants MUST attach their documents to the online employment application.
Next steps
Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.
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