Government Travel Specialist

Since 2017, Kymber Consulting Group has been blazing a trail through the consulting landscape, providing solutions across healthcare, defense, and civilian sectors.We'retrusted advisors for high-visibility, high-impact engagements, rapidly becoming a valued partner within both government agencies and large established firms in the space. Kymber employs a collaborative team approach to deliver high value, tailored, and innovative solutions. Our engagement teams are built to meet each client’s unique needs. Our employees currently support a variety of Defense and Civilian agencies. Job Summary: We areseekingahighlyskilledGovernment TravelSpecialistto support Congressional travel coordination and legislative liaison activities within the Department of State’s Bureau of Legislative Affairs. The selected candidate will independently manage Congressional travel programs, coordinate Congressional delegations (CODELs) and staff delegations (STAFFDELs), andfacilitatecommunication between Department leadership, Members of Congress, and overseas diplomatic posts. TheTravel Specialistserves as a senior advisor on administrative, fiscal, and operational aspects ofCongressional travel and acts as a liaison between the Department, Congressional offices, and overseas missions to ensure travel planningcomplies withstatutory, regulatory, and Departmental requirements.This position requires extensive knowledge of Congressional processes, foreign travel regulations, Department of State financial procedures, and diplomatic operations. Responsibilities and Duties: Independently manage official Congressional travel programs including CODELs and STAFFDELs Coordinate complex foreign travellogistics, ensuring compliance with Department of State regulations, Congressional requirements, and federal travel policies Analyze proposed travel requests toidentifypotential operational, security, diplomatic, or financial implications Ensuretimelynotification and coordination with U.S. Embassies and ConsulatesregardingCongressional travel itineraries and logistical requirements Coordinate designation of funding and overseefinancial managementrelated to Congressional travel activities Serve as a primary liaison between the Department of State, Members of Congress, Congressional staff, and oversight committees Maintain close working relationships with Congressional personal offices, committee staff, and military liaison offices supporting House and Senate travel Coordinate with senior officials within the Office of the Secretary of Defense and regional military commands involved in Congressional travel planning Provide expert advice and guidance to Congressional staff on travel procedures, administrative requirements, and policy considerations Serve as a technical advisor to the Office Director on administrative, operational, and financial matters related to Congressional travel programs Provideexpert-level guidance on complex or unprecedented travel situationsimpactingDepartment operations or overseas posts Monitor policy or program changes that may affect Congressional travel and adjust travel arrangements orlogisticsaccordingly Provide analysis and recommendations to Department leadershipregardingCongressional travel requests and related policy considerations Maintain direct coordination with U.S. Embassies and Consulates worldwide, including Ambassadors, Deputy Chiefs of Mission, Management Counselors, and senior embassy staff Ensure posts receivetimelyguidance, travel notifications, and logistical information to support CODEL and STAFFDEL visits Draft and clear official cable traffic to overseas postsregardingCongressional travel coordination Work closely with overseas missions to develop travel cost estimates and secure authorization from Congressional offices Troubleshoot travel funding and reimbursement issues and ensure Embassy expenses are reimbursed appropriately Ensure all travel planning adheres to Department financial policies and foreign currency exchange procedures Support Bureau efforts to educate Department personnel and Congressional offices on travel policies, legal requirements, and procedural guidelines Monitor Congressional sentiment and provide leadership with insights on legislative attitudesregardingforeign travel and related policy issues Represent the Bureau of Legislative Affairs as a subject matter expert on Congressional travel policies and procedures Participate in briefings with Members of Congress and Congressional staff as requested Coordinate communication between Department management professionals and Congressional offices on legislative matters related to travel Perform other related duties as assigned Qualifications and Skills: Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in International Relations, Political Science, Public Administration, Government, Foreign Affairs, ora relatedfield. An advanced degree is preferred. Minimum experience: Five (5) years of experience working in the Department of State or a comparable federal environment, including at least two (2) years supporting the legislative branch, Congressional engagement, or Congressional travel coordination. Demonstrated experience coordinating Congressional travel programs, international travellogistics, or overseas mission support isrequired. Expert knowledge of federal travel regulations, Department of State travel policies, Congressional travel procedures, and related financial requirements isrequired. Strong knowledge of Congressional organization, legislative practices, committee operations, and oversight processes isrequired. Experience working with U.S. Embassies, Consulates, interagency partners, and Congressional offices is preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to convey complex and sensitive information clearly, logically, and diplomatically, arerequired. Benefits and Perks: Medical, Vision, and Dental Plans Paid Holiday and Personal Time Off 401K plan Short-term disability,Accidental Death, andLife Insurance Education and Training Assistance Program Incentive Plans and Referral Bonuses Employee Assistance Programs Kymber Consulting Group, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kymber Consulting Group