Overview

i3 is seeking a Senior Protocol Specialist within Program Executive Office, Aviation (PEO AVN) Operations, Plans, and Strategy (OPS). Serves as the primary advisor on protocol functions for Operations, and as the primary operations officer for Strategic Initiatives Group (SIG). Incumbent's recommendations provide the basis for the observance of correct protocol procedures and precedence for the serviced activity, to include the offices of the PEO, Deputy PEO, Chief of Staff, and subordinate Project Management offices. This position is located in Huntsville, AL at Redstone Arsenal. 

Responsibilities

• For assigned visits, independently conceptualizes, plans, coordinates, and executes all aspects of visits of high-ranking U.S. and foreign dignitaries, and special ceremonies hosted by the senior PEO AVN leadership. Requires considerable interpretation of policies and development of very detailed plans for visits – all of which have different, unique requirements. Coordinates directly with appropriate individuals to facilitate arrangements for site and facility selection, procurement of awards, press coverage, gift exchanges, appropriate menu selections, meetings, invitations, seating arrangements, etc. Provides timely briefings to the senior PEO AVN leadership and works closely with their designated representatives to ensure personal requests are coordinated within the framework of the ceremony when feasible and proper. Serves as protocol escort for the duration of the scheduled event, providing advice and assistance as needed and making immediate corrections if necessary to allow the event to continue to a successful conclusion. This requires developing specific guidelines and procedures in administering the program. Assistance provided must always exhibit total professionalism, tact, diplomacy, and ensure a favorable impression, and absolute successful conclusions. (25%)
• Determines protocol support requirements for members of Congress, Presidential appointees, local community leaders, General Officers, Senior Executive Service (SES) and other executive level civilians within Department of the Army, dignitaries from foreign countries, and industry leaders. Ensures official visits, ceremonies, and functions with senior level employees are given the appropriate protocol related recognition and attention commensurate with their assigned grade levels and protocol codes. Provides recommendations and assists in the establishment of an effective protocol policy addressing the special needs of PEO AVN senior executives. Maintains close coordination with the protocol offices of Army Materiel Command (AMC), Headquarters Department of the Army (HQDA), and other organizations to exchange information and coordinate events. (15%)
• Responds to requests for advice/assistance in all matters/activities relative to proper protocol procedures. Ensures responses are coordinated, while maintaining confidentiality appropriate to the issue. Advice and assistance must be timely, accurate, and reflect a sound application of protocol principles. Provides both formal and informal briefings to groups and individuals which convey useful information that can be applied to specific situations the audience can reasonably anticipate encountering and to promote a more positive and informative understanding of protocol related issues. (15%)
• Serves as an office automation technical support expert for PEO AVN SIG. Performs office automation duties using such software applications as electronic mail, Enterprise Task Management Software Solution (ETMS2), desktop publishing, calendar, spreadsheet, database, and/or graphics. Uses Microsoft PowerPoint or other comparable graphics software to develop extensive presentation materials. Prepares recurring and one-time narrative reports and summaries, such as status of ongoing actions or closeout reports of assigned functions. (25%)
• Performs a wide variety of office support and administrative assistance duties in support of the PEO AVN SIG to develop smooth management of the office. Plans, coordinates, and oversees office support functions such as communications, procurement of administrative supplies and equipment, graphics support, printing, reproduction, space management, records management, and mail service. Maintains information control and tracks equipment and services. Processes incoming and outgoing materials such as ETMS2 Taskers, reports, memoranda, briefings, and other forms of written communication. Schedules appointments, coordinates meetings, and/or schedules conferences. Researches and provides background on subject matter of meetings without direction. Attends meetings, prepares meeting minutes, and follows up on action items with appropriate staff members independently. (20%)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 6 years of related experience is required. Additional experience may be allowed to substitute for degree. Master's degree and minimum of 4 years of related experience may also be substituted. 
• Active SECRET security clearance is required. 
• Must be able to maintain the level of clearance required for this position. 
• Must be willing and able to travel up to 25%.
• U.S. Citizenship is required. 

About i3

Headquartered in Huntsville, AL, i3 is a national leader in providing innovative technical and engineering solutions to a broad customer base across the U.S. DoD. Specializing in missile and aviation engineering and logistic services, electronic warfare and electromagnetic affects analysis, UAS system integration and flight operations, full lifecycle C5ISR engineering services, engineering analysis, cybersecurity and IT/IA innovative solutions and virtual training, simulation & serious game development and implementation.

• We were founded in 2007 with the intent to do business differently.
• Our focus is to leave our team members, our customers and our communities better than we found them.
• Our ultimate goal is to strengthen our Nation and our warfighter.

Perks and Benefits at i3:

• 100% team member owned
• Outstanding insurance coverage
• 401(k) match
• Health and wellness incentives
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Generous PTO
• Fun culture with company activities
• Countless opportunities to give back to the community through our charitable organization, i3 Cares

We work hard. We compete hard. We play hard. Apply now to join us!