HomeMy WebLinkAbout2.227 EXECUTIVE PROTOCOL OFFICER 20130923DEPARTMENT OF PERSONNEL SERVICES
COUNTY OF KAUAI
EXECUTIVE PROTOCOL OFFICER 2.227
SR -22, BU -13
Duties Summary:
Serves as protocol officer for the Mayor of the County of Kauai; performs protocol
and public appearance support activities for the Mayor; and performs other related
duties as required.
Distiuruishing Characteristics:
This class is distinguished by its responsibility for providing support activities
associated with the Chief Executive's protocol and public appearance functions and the
coordination essential for the overall success of the public appearance responsibilities of
the Office of the Mayor.
Examples of Duties:
• Plans and supports the protocol and public appearance functions of the Mayor;
• Serves as liaison and contact point for community groups, professional
organizations, public and private entities requesting the appearance of the Mayor
at special events and ceremonies;
• Oversees the manner in which community ceremonies and celebrations are to be
conducted to promote the stature and appearance of the Office of the Mayor;
• Ensures that proper protocol is observed at all public appearances of the Mayor
and other dignitaries;
• Maintains public engagement calendar;
• Participates in planning activities to effectuate official recognition of outstanding
community services and achievements;
• Assists in planning activities for the official welcome of visiting dignitaries;
• Arranges for advance -event activities, including scheduling events, coordinating
with master schedule, checking of physical arrangements and logistics, briefings,
transportation arrangements, and other aspects;
• Prepares status reports of activities;
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• Attends meetings and functions with the Mayor or as the Mayor's representative;
• Researches and reports on matters as requested by the Mayor; and
0 Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Mayor.
Minimum Qualification Requirements for the Class:
Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience
substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with
baccalaureate degree in business or public administration, the social sciences or a
related field, and two (2) years of responsible public relations or related experience
involving community or public service work.
License Requirement: Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license
(Hawaii Type 3 or equivalent).
Knowledge of: the organization and functions of the County government;
geography, history and peoples of the island; principles and practices of public relations;
current and special events; rules and procedures of protocol; report and letter writing.
Ability to: meet and deal tactfully and diplomatically with domestic and foreign
officials, representatives and people; formulate and carry out protocol policies and
procedures; explain the organization and functions of County government and the history
of the peoples of Hawaii; serve effectively in a liaison and coordination capacity;
communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Health and Physical Condition:
Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and
physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of the
duties.
This is an amendment to the specification for the class, EXECUTIVE PROTOCOL
OFFICER, which was approved on November 23, 1994 and effective on
December 1, 1994, and is to be substituted for that specification.
APPROVED:
(Date) THOMAS T. TAKATSUKI
Acting Director of Personnel Services