Protocol/Event Coordinator

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Job Description:

• Clearance: Must currently possess an active TS/SCI security clearance and be able to obtain a polygraph level clearance after hire

  Location: Springfield, VA

  Years of Experience: 7-10 Years

  Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience within a related field

  Position Overview:

  Supports in planning, coordinating, and executing NGA international partner engagements and other IC outreach activities.

  Responsibilities:

  • Executes logistics and administrative functions in support of partner engagements/visits/trips/outreach (e.g. badging, parking, name tents, scheduling briefings, photographers, etc.).
  • Coordinates with Protocol, SI, OCC, and all IA elements on all Top 6 hosted visits or trips.
  • Supports International Officers in developing agendas, event planning, executing official courtesies (e.g. refreshments or hosted meals), and gift recommendations for all international partner engagements.
  • Maintains master list of all scheduled partner engagements to assist in calendar deconfliction.
  • Participates in the NGA Leadership Engagement Board (NLEB) in support of planning for leadership participation in foreign partner visits.

  Required Qualifications:

  • Must currently possess an active TS/SCI security clearance and be able to obtain a polygraph level clearance after hire
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience within a related field
  • Demonstrated experience planning, coordinating, and executing communication and event planning related functions for senior leadership, foreign dignitaries, diplomats, foreign military personnel, legislative, and government officials.
  • Demonstrated experience in providing on-site logistical support for events including site preparation.

  Desired Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated experience in applying principles, methods, practices, and techniques associated with the execution of the protocol program.
  • Event Management or Protocol certification.

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Top Secret SCI This position is part of our Federal Solutions team. Our Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our diverse, intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range:

$83,300.00 - $145,800.00 We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle! Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. Diversity is ingrained in who we are, how we do business, and is one of our company’s core values. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels for minority, female, disabled, protected veteran and LGBTQ+. We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!