Event Planner - Public Sector
Blackberg Group is hiring an Event Planner to support the execution of federal meetings and conferences. You'll work alongside our Senior Meeting Planner to handle day-to-day logistics, materials prep, and on-site support. This is a great opportunity for someone with solid event coordination experience who's looking to grow their federal contracting career.
Responsibilities
- Support planning and execution of federal agency meetings and conferences from pre-event prep through post-event closeout
- Coordinate venue and hotel logistics, AV setup, and on-site operations
- Prepare and distribute meeting materials, name badges, and other event collateral
- Assist with registration setup, attendee communications, and satisfaction surveys
- Take notes during meetings and assist with meeting minutes
- Handle general event coordination tasks as assigned by the Senior Meeting Planner
Minimum Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in event planning or coordination
- Associate's degree or equivalent experience required
- Strong attention to detail and ability to juggle multiple tasks
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience supporting federal government events, particularly with DOT or FTA, is a plus
- Familiarity with federal contractor protocols preferred
Blackberg Group is a Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) and Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) uniting strategic operations with creative marketing to uplift public service missions. Specializing in strategy, operations, communications, and digital services, our team creates engagements that foster operational excellence and marketing that sparks movements. Equal Opportunity Employer Blackberg Group, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. Pay: $60,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Please describe your experience with federal event management (e.g., your support roles, agencies supported, event scale/type).
- Do you currently hold a PMP, CMP, CSEP, or related event project management certification? Please list any below.
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- Events management: 5 years (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: Remote