AFJQS8A300 — Air Force Job Qualification Standard (AFJQS) Protocol Special Duty Identifier (SDI) (8A300)

AFJQS8A300 governs protocol duty requirements, minimum training, and standardized on-the-job training tasks for the Air Force Protocol program.

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  • Publication number: AFJQS8A300
  • Title: Air Force Job Qualification Standard (AFJQS) Protocol Special Duty Identifier (SDI) (8A300)
  • Date: 2026-07-15

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It contains task lists covering protocol operations, flags and plates, funding, gifts and mementos, transportation, titles, precedence, customs, attire, and administration. It requires GO/NO GO qualification and documents training in accordance with DAFMAN 36-2689.

Applies to: This AFJQS identifies tasks and duty requirements for individuals performing duties with the Protocol Special Duty Identifier (SDI).

Topics covered

  • Protocol program operations
  • Flags and plates
  • Funding
  • Gifts and mementos
  • Transportation
  • Titles and forms of address
  • Precedence
  • Customs and courtesies

Questions and answers

What qualification standard does AFJQS8A300 require?

Personnel will be qualified to the GO/NO GO standard on this AFJQS. (paragraph 2)

What does GO mean under AFJQS8A300?

GO means the individual can perform the task without assistance utilizing appropriate instructions or other procedural guidance. (paragraph 2)

What happens when a member receives an additional duty not listed in AFJQS8A300?

If personnel are assigned an additional duty or task not listed in this AFJQS, the supervisor will develop an AF IMT 797, Job Qualification Standard Continuation/Command JQS. The supervisor/trainer will then develop a plan for the member to receive training and become duty position qualified. (paragraph 3)

How must AFJQS8A300 training be documented?

Document training required by this AFJQS in accordance with DAFMAN 36-2689, Training Program. (paragraph 4)

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