Event Operations Associate

GRVTY•McLean, VA

6d•$85,000 - $95,000

About The Position

GRVTY’s Marketing & Communications department is seeking a highly organized, proactive professional to support operational execution within the Strategic Engagements team. The role coordinates memberships, sponsorships, events, and other external engagement initiatives in alignment with the company’s marketing and communications objectives. The associate manages multiple priorities, builds relationships across the organization, and supports the details behind external engagements, including the Member Champion Program, corporate merchandise store, sponsorships, spending records, and events. The role requires 50% travel to events for setup and teardown, onsite training, and customer engagement.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in marketing or event operations.
U.S. citizenship.
Ability to reliably travel to and attend local and occasional non-local recruiting events, career fairs, and other business-related functions, and arrange reliable transportation.
Strong organizational skills and a high level of attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to exercise discretion and handle sensitive or confidential information appropriately.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize, multitask, and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing corporate tradeshow or conference participation.
Experience in the national security and defense industry landscape.
Working knowledge of Cvent tools such as Jifflenow and/or iCapture.

Responsibilities

Lead GRVTY’s Member Champion Program, coordinating cross-functional efforts to evaluate corporate memberships, drive event participation, and maximize member benefits.
Manage GRVTY’s corporate merchandise store, serving as the primary contact for internal inquiries and managing vendor relationships, inventory, fulfillment, branding, and merchandise sourcing.
Support the contracting and execution of sponsorships and strategic partnerships.
Track Marketing and Communications department spending and maintain organized records of contracts and related documentation.
Travel to events to oversee setup and teardown, provide onsite training, and support customer engagement.
Monitor and manage the Strategic Engagements shared inbox and calendar, coordinating communications, scheduling, and follow-up.
Support the Marketing Manager, Strategic Engagements, in leading select GRVTY trade shows and events and completing related tasks.

Benefits

Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.
Healthcare coverage, financial wellness, retirement planning, family assistance, continued education, and paid time off.
Medical, dental, and vision plans.
Health Savings Account with company contribution.
Annual paid time off and paid holidays.
Paid parental leave.
401(k) with generous company match.
Training and development opportunities.
Award programs.
Company-sponsored events.
Opportunities for professional growth.