Protocol Administrative Assistant (Senior)

💰 $3,840 - $6,144 (Est.) 📍 Colorado Springs 🕐 2 days ago

Job Description

Qualifications
HS diploma or equivalent plus 2 years completed college courses and 4 years' relevant protocol experience OR 7 years of relevant protocol experience supporting the Federal Government or DOD
4 years' experience planning, coordinating, executing, and providing logistical support for conferences meetings, ceremonies, and social functions
4 years' experience and knowledge of military regulations, military customs and courtesies
4 years' experience managing and coordinating government protocol events which may include scheduling venues, parking coordination, transportation, accommodating distinguished visitors, and coordinating audio/video requirements
Secret Clearance Required; #qinetiqclearedjob
Responsibilities
Ideal candidates will have a proven track record of providing advanced administrative support to senior DoD customers and organizations
Advise the Chief of Staff Office (CoS) Office on military customs and courtesies per the Military Services Regulations required for each event, traditional and formal diplomatic customs, courtesies and etiquette due visiting dignitaries, and both foreign and domestic
Develop briefings, coordinate conferences, meetings, ceremonies and social functions involving federal and state legislative delegations, general officers/flag officers of the United States and foreign nations' military and other civilian high ranking officials
Maintaining expert knowledge of foreign relations/protocol procedures that apply to military/civilian leaders (foreign and domestic); apply precedential national and international rules, procedures and forms
Conduct the planning, coordination and execution of administrative and logistical support for a wide variety of official and social functions including:event agenda, invitations, rendering of honors, flag displays, receptions, receiving lines, planning packages, ****** duties, etc
Develop and communicating distinguished visitor itineraries
Coordinate protocol aspects of community activities
Support approved Agency ceremonies, conferences, awards, promotions, retirements and other events
Prepare invitations, using MDA provided templates, for Agency ceremonies
Prepare sequence of events, in-progress review (IPR) documents, and briefings using MDA provided templates and guidance
Update and edit government provided scripts, templates and event material based on guidance from Chief of Staff and/or Government Leads
Conduct the Planning, Briefings, and Execution of approved VIP/entertaining activities, receptions, receiving lines, luncheons/dinners and special events
Engage in protocol activities across the agency IAW the DoD and MDA directives, policies, and procedures in support of visits, introductions and distinguished visitors
Job description
Company Overview

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

QinetiQ US's dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

Position Overview

QinetiQ US is seeking administrative professionals to support administrative roles across a large, Defense Agency level organization. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record of providing advanced administrative support to senior DoD customers and organizations.

Responsibilities
• Advise the Chief of Staff Office (CoS) Office on military customs and courtesies per the Military Services Regulations required for each event, traditional and formal diplomatic customs, courtesies and etiquette due visiting dignitaries, and both foreign and domestic.
• Develop briefings, coordinate conferences, meetings, ceremonies and social functions involving federal and state legislative delegations, general officers/flag officers of the United States and foreign nations' military and other civilian high ranking officials. Maintaining expert knowledge of foreign relations/protocol procedures that apply to military/civilian leaders (foreign and domestic); apply precedential national and international rules, procedures and forms.
• Conduct the planning, coordination and execution of administrative and logistical support for a wide variety of official and social functions including:event agenda, invitations, rendering of honors, flag displays, receptions, receiving lines, planning packages, ****** duties, etc.
• Develop and communicating distinguished visitor itineraries.
• Coordinate protocol aspects of community activities.
• Support approved Agency ceremonies, conferences, awards, promotions, retirements and other events.
• Prepare invitations, using MDA provided templates, for Agency ceremonies.
• Prepare sequence of events, in-progress review (IPR) documents, and briefings using MDA provided templates and guidance. Update and edit government provided scripts, templates and event material based on guidance from Chief of Staff and/or Government Leads.
• Conduct the Planning, Briefings, and Execution of approved VIP/entertaining activities, receptions, receiving lines, luncheons/dinners and special events.
• Engage in protocol activities across the agency IAW the DoD and MDA directives, policies, and procedures in support of visits, introductions and distinguished visitors.

Required Qualifications
• HS diploma or equivalent plus 2 years completed college courses and 4 years' relevant protocol experience OR 7 years of relevant protocol experience supporting the Federal Government or DOD.
• 4 years' experience planning, coordinating, executing, and providing logistical support for conferences meetings, ceremonies, and social functions
• 4 years' experience and knowledge of military regulations, military customs and courtesies.
• 4 years' experience managing and coordinating government protocol events which may include scheduling venues, parking coordination, transportation, accommodating distinguished visitors, and coordinating audio/video requirements.
• Secret Clearance Required; #qinetiqclearedjob

Company EEO Statement

Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 4 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, ****** orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

💡 Quick Summary

Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Protocol Administrative Assistant (Senior) position is now open for candidates interested in the Office Assistant Jobs sector. This role in Colorado Springs offers a professional environment and growth potential.

Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Office Assistant Jobs is a plus.

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