Protocol Specialist

Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. To qualify for GS-11, you must have: a) One year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level: Coordinating high level visits and engagements; Supporting event planning following protocol requirements; Scheduling and preparing visitor information such as facility access or facilitating transportation. OR b) Completed all requirements for a doctoral degree (i.e., Ph.D. or equivalent) in an appropriate field OR c) Completed 3 full academic years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or equivalent doctoral degree in an appropriate field OR d) LL.M., if related OR e) Have an equivalent combination of experience and graduate study as discussed in a), b), c) and d) above To qualify for GS-12, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level: Utilizing protocol practices and techniques of communication; Providing recommendations or solutions to cultural differences; Conducting official visits in support of high-level personnel. Your resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description, in your own words, of how you meet the required specialized experience. Experience statements copied from a position description, vacancy announcement or other reference material constitutes plagiarism and may result in disqualification and losing consideration for the job. NASA prohibits the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or AI-assisted tool in drafting application and assessment responses. Please visit https://www.nasa.gov/careers/how-to-apply/#Artificial-Intelligence to review NASA’s guidance on the use of AI tools during the application process.
As a Protocol Specialist at NASA Ames Research Center, you will be responsible for planning and managing all aspects of site visits, meetings, and VIP tours for distinguished government, industry, academic, and foreign officials, including badging, itineraries, transportation, hotel, and restaurant recommendations. Serving as the subject matter expert for scheduling and facility access, you will coordinate and facilitate visits of distinguished guests from initial inquiry to final farewell.