Conference Planner

About Blackberg Group

Blackberg Group, LLC is a professional services firm supporting federal agencies with conference planning, event management, and administrative operations. We are building our team in anticipation of a prospective award supporting a federal client in Washington, DC, and are identifying qualified candidates now so we can staff quickly upon contract start.

Position Summary

Blackberg Group is seeking an experienced Conference Planner to lead logistics and quality oversight for a high-volume conference and event support program for a federal client in Washington, DC. This person will own event execution end to end — from vendor selection through day-of delivery — across a range of meetings, conferences, and trade show exhibits.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and manage all logistics for meetings, conferences, and exhibits, including budgeting, scheduling, and vendor coordination

Oversee daily workload and deliverables within the conference services team and provide guidance to junior plannersReview event materials for quality and accuracy before client deliveryReview and approve vendor invoices; monitor spending against budget and applicable federal travel and procurement regulationsRecruit and manage speakers and consultants, including drafting and monitoring performance under consultant agreementsDesign exhibit layouts and coordinate supporting services (setup/teardown, drayage, audiovisual, signage, staffing)Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, vendors, and internal staffProvide occasional support to the client's dining and catering operations, including menu planning and front-of-house coverageRecommend process, staffing, or technology improvements that increase efficiencyRequired Qualifications

Bachelor's degree, or Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) certificationFive or more years of professional experience in event or conference servicesWorking knowledge of federal procurement and travel regulationsStrong budget management and vendor negotiation skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to manage multiple concurrent events under pressure with a high level of professionalismPreferred Qualifications

Prior experience supporting the Department of the Treasury or another federal agencyExperience coordinating catering or dining operationsWork Environment & Schedule

This is an in-person position based onsite in Washington, DC, supporting a federal client at the Main Treasury Building and Freedman's Bank Building. Regular onsite presence is required.

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) matchingEmployee assistance programEmployee discountFlexible spending accountHealth insurancePaid time offParental leaveProfessional development assistanceRetirement planVision insuranceApplication 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 (Preferred)Experience:

Events management: 5 years (Required)Work Location: In person