ClearanceJobs is hiring: Event Planner in Washington

Event Planner

Leidos is seeking a detail-oriented Event Planner to be responsible for coordinating, planning, organizing, and execution of internal and external events (conferences, depositions, closed commission meetings, staff meetings, social events, etc.). Duties may include ensuring that all events run within scope, time, and meet customer requirements. The Event Planner will work in a pivotal role delivering seamless, high-impact events that support the agency's goals and elevate client satisfaction. Operating both independently and collaboratively within a dynamic, fast-paced environment, this role requires exceptional organizational skills, proactive communication, and a customer-first mindset. The event planner will serve as the primary liaison between internal teams and external clients, ensuring all logistical elementsfrom materials and equipment to staffing and venue coordinationare executed with precision and professionalism to ensure high customer satisfaction of event outcomes.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide proactive scheduling and presentation of planned events to customers and stakeholders.
• Coordinate with customers and vendors to ensure smooth event setup, delivery, and post-event activities.
• Generate regular reports and satisfaction surveys, demonstrating completion of litigation and deposition-related events.
• Document and communicate event readiness checklists and status reports prior to execution.
• Travel to support offsite FTC Events (local), conduct site visits when necessary and provide feedback to the planning team of the pros and cons of potential event sites.
• Works independently with customer to obtain information on desired event outcomes and leads to planning and delivery of all events activity that encompasses small and large-scale events.
• Work with FTC staff to determine event needs; participate in conference calls and/or face-to-face meetings as required, resulting in clearly communicated tasks and milestones for those involved.
• Provide assistance with setting up and starting virtual meetings using applications such as Microsoft Teams, Zoom, etc.
• Help coordinate internal marketing communications and promotional materials in collaboration with FTC communications staff.
• Maintain a centralized calendar of upcoming events, deadlines, and resource allocations for cross-team visibility.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma and 2-4 years of prior customer service experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Marketing, Communications, or related field and experience with event planning/management, preferred.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management abilities.
• Event planning experience for Federal Government customers is a plus.
• Must be able to obtain a Public Trust security clearance.

Come join our rapidly growing team and enjoy these benefits:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) accrued based on Leidos policy, up to 3 weeks a year.
• Eleven (11) paid holidays per year.
• Access to benefits on day one including medical and dental insurance, 401K, Life, AD&D, Voluntary Disability plans.
• Ongoing training to support your success.
• Tuition reimbursement based on Leidos policy.
• Discounted Leidos stock purchase and other Employee Discounts.

At Leidos, we don't want someone who "fits the mold"we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, "what's next?" before the dust settles on "what's now." If you're already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2 good. You'll fit right in.