Program Manager

Serve as the single, consistent point of contact between ROGERCO and the COR and Government planners throughout each planning cycle. Attend all In-Process Reviews (IPRs) and coordination meetings and represent the company on-site during events. Translate Government conference requirements, agendas, and attendee data into executable event plans. Direct venue research, comparisons, and AR 1-50 compliant cost estimates for candidate venues, securing lodging at or below the per diem rate. Lead final site visits and walk-through rehearsals, and direct on-site staff, subcontractors, and venue personnel during execution. Develop and maintain the Quality Control (QC) Plan and ensure performance against the QASP and Performance Requirements Summary. Oversee Other Direct Cost (ODC) tracking, monthly financial status reports, and delivery of actual cost and attendee data within 15 days of each event. Maintain the lessons-learned log and lead after-action reviews with the COR and conference sponsor. Coordinate optional services when ordered, including conference microsite, printed binders, audiovisual support, and hybrid delivery. Provide event planning and execution support to the Army Protocol office when not engaged in active conference planning. Requirements Must possess an active SECRET clearance. Bachelor's degree and a minimum of three years of experience coordinating conferences or comparable events, including lodging, meals, facilities, transportation, and speaker coordination. Demonstrated experience supervising employees and directing event teams. Working knowledge of AR 1-50 (Army Conference Policy) and conference approval, documentation, and reporting requirements. Familiarity with the Joint Travel Regulations (JTR), GSA per diem structure, and Government cost estimating practices. Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent events and competing priorities in a high-tempo environment. Strong communication skills for interfacing with senior Government leaders, protocol staff, and vendors. Experience supporting DoD, Army, or other Federal Government conferences, particularly senior leader or General Officer forums. Experience planning events within the National Capital Region. Familiarity with Army Protocol operations and distinguished visitor (DV) support. Proficiency with conference planning and registration software. PMP or equivalent project management credential. Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in event planning and execution, particularly within the context of government and military protocols. Proficient in managing multiple concurrent events while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and quality standards. Highest-signal resume keywords Active SECRET Clearance Event Planning and Execution AR 1-50 Compliance PMP or Equivalent Project Management Credential Strong Communication Skills ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Event Coordination Cost Estimating Quality Control (QC) Plan Development Financial Status Reporting Lodging and Transportation Coordination Speaker Coordination Venue Research and Comparisons After-Action Reviews Managing Competing Priorities Conference Planning Soft Skills Supervising Employees Interfacing with Senior Government Leaders Leading Event Teams Certifications & Qualifications PMP Project Management Credential Industry Keywords DoD Conferences Army Protocol Operations Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) GSA Per Diem Structure National Capital Region Events Tools & Technologies Conference Planning Software Registration Software #J-18808-Ljbffr