Director of Protocol & VIP Engagement

Blue Star Families, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

403(b) retirement plan with employer 5

PCS leave for Active Duty spouses

Professional development opportunities

Comprehensive insurance options

Job summary

Blue Star Families, Inc. is seeking a Social Secretary to manage the CEO's relationships with leaders across business, military, government, and culture in the Washington, DC area.

The role designs and leads national events, bespoke experiences, and personal stewardship to deepen trust, visibility, and philanthropic investment. The ideal candidate brings deep protocol expertise, extraordinary judgment, and comfort hosting high-profile guests, including senior officials and corporate leaders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 10+ years of progressively senior experience in protocol, official hospitality, events, or stakeholder engagement.
• 5+ years of senior leadership experience, including leading a department and managing managers.
• Expert knowledge of protocol, precedence and etiquette for VIP, government and military guests.
• Ability to travel overnight several times per year for donor meetings and organizational gatherings.

Responsibilities

• Build and oversee VIP stewardship programs and moves management for top relationships.
• Lead national flagship events, set calendars, budgets, and guest experiences.
• Design bespoke engagements (salons, briefings, installations) for high-profile individuals.
• Oversee National Advisory Board engagement, materials, and value proposition.
• Support the CEO and CRO with protocol, hospitality, and external engagement.

Skills

Executive presence

Discretion

Communication skills

Autonomy

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Blue Star Families, Inc. is seeking a Social Secretary to manage the CEO's relationships with leaders across business, military, government, and culture in the Washington, DC area.

The role designs and leads national events, bespoke experiences, and personal stewardship to deepen trust, visibility, and philanthropic investment. The ideal candidate brings deep protocol expertise, extraordinary judgment, and comfort hosting high-profile guests, including senior officials and corporate leaders.