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Protocol Liaison Specialist

ID
2024-21739
Category
Program/Project Management
Location : Location
US-MD-Patuxent River
Min
USD $70,000.00/Yr.
Max
USD $90,000.00/Yr.
Minimum Clearance Required
Secret
Travel Requirement
10% - 25%

Overview

Protocol Liaison Specialist

Location:  NAS Patuxent River, MD

 

Bowhead seeks a Protocol Liaison Specialist to facilitate domestic and foreign Distinguished Visitor (DV) events at Patuxent River commands, and command leadership engagements with other government organizations and the community, ensuring that commands are represented and portrayed in a professional manner. This position is variable hybrid dependent on support schedule and without a set schedule for telework

Responsibilities

  • Provide protocol support or guidance for various ceremonies, such as changes of command, retirements, air shows and other similar events.
  • Coordinate, plan, and communicate with various leaders, groups and facilities as required, including, but not limited to, program offices, station security and police, transportation and the Pass Office, as well as the offices of DVs, other military services, and embassies when foreign nationals are involved.
  • Perform multiple tasks requiring attention to detail and work effectively with executive level government, military and civilian leaders, including Congressional staffs and embassies, to ensure the success of command objectives.
  • Based on requirements, develop specific itineraries and agenda to include tours, briefings, meetings, courtesy calls, and participation in various ceremonies and events.
  • Coordinate all logistics requirements and act as a focal point for protocol courtesies that may include, but are not limited to, arrival and departure, military honors, security and transportation.

Qualifications

Education: BS or BA degree in Event Planning, Marketing, Communications, or related field preferred. Allowable Substitution: High School Diploma or GED and six (6) years of relevant experience may be substituted for BS or BA degree.

Experience: At least one to three (1-3) years of experience in a professional office environment. Must be organized and able to problem solve in high-stress environments. Must be able to work within a team, but also independently, with strong verbal and written communication skills.

Be proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel). 

Must have a clean driving record as individual will be responsible for driving distinguished visitors and other guests in a government vehicle. 

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold or be able to obtain a security clearance at the Secretlevel. US Citizenship is a requirement for a Secret clearance at this location.

 

Physical Demands:

  • Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
    Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
    Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically
  • Physical requirements of this position during visits may require standing for long periods of time, climbing stairs, and overall being on your feet for 8-10 hours

 

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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/AA/M/F/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.

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UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.

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