Part-Time Event Planner | Surge Support for Government Events with Security Clearance

Part-time Event Planner (#26-066) Job Code:26-066 Outdoor venues across the U.S.Complex setups including tents, staging, signage, registration areas, and exhibitor spacesHundreds of registered attendees and potential for thousands of in-person and remote public spectatorsFull-scale production teams and tight timelines Potential Responsibilities Assignments may include one or more of the following roles:Vendor ManagementRegistration ManagementExhibit CoordinationF&B/Catering ManagementSignage and Branding ExecutionShipping and Logistics CoordinationProduction ManagementGeneral On-Site Support (Setup, Live Event, Teardown) What We OfferBecome part of a highly experienced, collaborative team of event professionalsOpportunities to work on exciting events in the R&D and government spaceFlexible, project-based workPotential pathway to future or full-time opportunities To be successful in this position you will bring:Minimum of 6 years of event planning experienceBachelor's degreeDemonstrated expertise in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and on-line registration softwareExtreme organization skills, attention to detail, and ability to efficiently multi-taskExcellent interpersonal and customer service skillsPossession of excellent oral and written communication skillsFlexibility and ability to function equally well in a support role or in lead role when working with colleagues on projectsEligibility for or current possession of a U.S. government security clearanceWillingness to travel Preferred but not required:Outdoor event experienceGovernment event planning experienceCMP (Certified Meeting Professional) and/or CGMP (Certified Government Meeting Professional)Experience coordinating expos and exhibit halls to include working with general service contractors, shipping companies and exhibitorsExperience coordinating with production vendors and speakers on large-scale events If you're a skilled planner who enjoys rolling up your sleeves and being part of complex, high-impact events, we'd like to connect. Why SA is for You: SA's Conference Services Division has an amazing team of 16 professional government meeting planners and five conference facility coordinators. These large events offer quick opportunities for growth in team roles as you become more familiar with our clients and show us what you can do! SA has work available at lower than full-time levels with the opportunity for more work contingent on both performance of the planner and increased projects for our Conference and Event Services team.