Senior Protocol & Events Coordinator

Beyond New Horizons; Tullahoma (TN); On-site; USD 83,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Continuing education assistance

Healthcare benefits packages

401(k) with employer matching

PTO and holiday schedule

Job summary

Beyond New Horizons, LLC supports the Air Force Protocol program as part of AEDC activities. The Protocol Specialist will plan, organize, and coordinate visits, ceremonies, and events, ensuring strict adherence to military customs and courtesy, including flag etiquette and order of precedence.

The role requires coordinating logistics, briefings, and guest services for high-level visitors, with a focus on accuracy, professionalism, and compliance with protocol standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 5+ years in corporate operations, admin support, or hospitality management; OR HS diploma with 7–9 years in same fields.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance and access AEDC LAN.
• U.S. citizenship required due to federal government contract and access to secure databases.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate visits, ceremonies, and events per protocol standards.
• Manage hotels, dining, transportation, photos, seating, programs.
• Prepare and distribute briefing materials for events.
• Coordinate with offices to ensure smooth execution of tours and functions.
• Maintain up-to-date protocol knowledge and handle issues.
• Wear PPE as required and perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Event coordination

Excellent written and verbal comms

MS Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in international relations, business admin, political science, hospitality management, or related field

High school diploma with 7–9 years experience

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Forms

Job description

Beyond New Horizons, LLC supports the Air Force Protocol program as part of AEDC activities. The Protocol Specialist will plan, organize, and coordinate visits, ceremonies, and events, ensuring strict adherence to military customs and courtesy, including flag etiquette and order of precedence.

The role requires coordinating logistics, briefings, and guest services for high-level visitors, with a focus on accuracy, professionalism, and compliance with protocol standards.