Protocol and Events Manager - Level 5

Description: Directs and manages support for either, or both, internal and external business-related social functions, luncheons, symposiums, banquets, VIP customer visits, ceremonies, mission events, conferences, and VIP briefings for both national and international events. Manages the overall planning and development of protocol operations. Develops and administers budgets; evaluates and assigns staff services for support. Provides direction to subordinates based on general policies and management guidance. Ensures that projects are completed on schedule and within budget. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. Conducts briefings and participates in technical meetings for internal and external representatives concerning specific operations. Functions as an advisor to the unit regarding tasks, projects, and operations. Becomes actively involved in daily operations only when required to meet critical schedules or resolve complex problems.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree or higher from an accredited college, or equivalent experience/combined education.

Experience communicating with executive leadership and high-level customers providing presentations.

Proven project management experience.

Event management experience, coordinating across functions and programs.

Knowledge of United States government and international protocol.

Desired Skills:

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

Experience preparing detailed project plans and managing large-scale, multi-faceted projects.

Comfortable and effective working across multiple organizations, locations and levels of leadership.

Basic understanding of the requirements for working with foreign and US governments and military.

Bachelors or degree or higher

Active Secret Clearance

Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance, you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Clearance Level: Secret

Other Important Information You Should Know

Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Ability to Work Remotely: Part-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work part of their work schedule remotely and part of their work schedule at a designated Lockheed Martin facility. The specific weekly schedule will be discussed during the hiring process.

Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week

Lockheed Martin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you're invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs , and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

Experience Level: Experienced Professional

Business Unit: AERONAUTICS COMPANY

Relocation Available: Possible

Career Area: Business Development

Type: Full-Time

Shift: First