Protocol & Event Coordinator - DoD Ceremonies (On-Site)

H2PCI; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

H2PCI in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Protocol and Event Management Specialist to lead planning and execution of official ceremonies, receptions, conferences, and visits.

The role reports to the Program Manager, onsite, with DoD regulations, order of precedence, and diplomatic etiquette guiding daily activities and high-level events.

Strong communication, meticulous organization, and the ability to coordinate across departments are essential to delivering professional and secure engagements.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent plus 2 years completed college courses and 4 years relevant protocol experience.
• Acceptable substitute: 7 years of relevant protocol experience supporting the Federal Government or DOD
• Experience planning, coordinating, executing, and providing logistical support for conferences, meetings, ceremonies, official events, and command sponsored functions
• Knowledge of military regulations, military customs and courtesies
• Excellent communication skills to include phone, office etiquette, and written skills

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute official retirement ceremonies, receptions, MDA conferences, office calls, international and state visits.
• Create and brief IPR slides for the Director and team members to communicate operations and expectations for upcoming visits and events.
• Provide protocol support and duties for any Director & Senior official related meetings, office calls and special visits with distinguished visitors.
• Ensure smooth execution and proper professionalism for high-level events and engagements throughout the agency.
• Collaborate with a variety of departments in the agency to coordinate protocol support for lower-level tiered obligations.
• Provide exceptional customer service and hospitality to all MDA personnel and distinguished visitors.
• Train protocol staff and colleagues on proper protocol policies and best practices.
• Act as a subject matter for all protocol related functions and duties.
• Evaluate protocol activities considering goals, budgets and ensuring activities followed DoD regulations.
• Prepare high-level meetings and distinguished visits with the proper meeting materials, such as name tents, seating chart arrangements, order of precedence and any additional protocol support needed.
• Responsible for providing guidance for senior officials on order of precedence, diplomatic etiquette and ceremonial practices with U.S. government and international protocol standards.
• Communicate with management officials, contractors, vendors and external organizations to facilitate agency-related event coordination.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Excel

PowerPoint

Communication skills

Security clearance

Education

High School Diploma

Some college courses

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

H2PCI in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Protocol and Event Management Specialist to lead planning and execution of official ceremonies, receptions, conferences, and visits.

The role reports to the Program Manager, onsite, with DoD regulations, order of precedence, and diplomatic etiquette guiding daily activities and high-level events.

Strong communication, meticulous organization, and the ability to coordinate across departments are essential to delivering professional and secure engagements.