Lead Event Planner - Clearance Required

LMI • Arlington, VA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

LMI is seeking a skilled Lead Event Planner at a client location in the National Capital Region. A successful Event Planner will demonstrate competency in project execution, leadership critical thinking, relationship management, and project execution while upholding the highest standard of ethical behavior. This position requires on-site support at The Pentagon a minimum of three (3) days per week. LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed. Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and civilian sectors—helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university field (Four years of event planning experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelor’s degree).
• Final TOP SECRET Security Clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in event planning.
• Executive level support experience within a federal agency.
• Outstanding customer service skills and be able to use initiative, judgement, and creativity when engaging senior level customers.
• Knowledge of managing high-level U.S. and foreign delegations, U.S. and diplomatic protocol, and military customs and courtesies.
• Knowledge of Official Representation Funds processing requirements.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to obtain Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Access.

Nice To Haves

• Two (2) years of experience executing events inside the Pentagon or in the National Capital Region.
• Knowledge of options within the Pentagon for catering, photography and conference space.
• Experience/knowledge of policies and procedures for submission of Official Representation Funds (ORF) requests.
• Experience with entry and exit procedures, including proper documentation, for Pentagon guests.
• Understanding of International cultural considerations when developing a Washington based visitor program.
• Foreign Distinguished Visitors Training at the Protocol School of Washington or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of event planners responsible for organizing events and conferences for national and international visitors to a U.S. government office.
• Organize meals, tours, programs, documents for distribution, audio-visual needs, transportation, translation services and accommodations as required.
• Provide advice on, review, submit, and track requests for Official Representation Funds (ORF) in support of DoD events involving international visitors.
• Manage government gift locker for international visitors.
• Work in conjunction with a government contracting officer, government sponsors of events, and existing protocol offices to provide support.
• Support other team event planners in documenting best practices and practical guidance in an Event Planning guide for on-going use by the government office.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees