Program Manager – Army Conferences Support

IIT - Information & Infrastructure Technologies, Inc.

Program Manager leading planning, execution of Army conferences with ROGERCO. Overseeing teams, ensuring compliance with Army Regulations and delivering quality events.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeWashington • Virginia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in event planning and execution, particularly within the context of government and military protocols. Proficient in managing multiple concurrent events while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and quality standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Active SECRET ClearanceEvent Planning and ExecutionAR 1-50 CompliancePMP or Equivalent Project Management CredentialStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Event CoordinationCost EstimatingQuality Control (QC) Plan DevelopmentFinancial Status ReportingLodging and Transportation CoordinationSpeaker CoordinationVenue Research and ComparisonsAfter-Action ReviewsManaging Competing PrioritiesConference Planning

Soft Skills

Supervising EmployeesInterfacing with Senior Government LeadersLeading Event Teams

Tools & Technologies

Conference Planning SoftwareRegistration Software

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPProject Management Credential

Industry Keywords

DoD ConferencesArmy Protocol OperationsJoint Travel Regulations (JTR)GSA Per Diem StructureNational Capital Region Events

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the single, consistent point of contact between ROGERCO and the COR and Government planners throughout each planning cycle.
Attend all In-Process Reviews (IPRs) and coordination meetings and represent the company on-site during events.
Translate Government conference requirements, agendas, and attendee data into executable event plans.
Direct venue research, comparisons, and AR 1-50 compliant cost estimates for candidate venues, securing lodging at or below the per diem rate.
Lead final site visits and walk-through rehearsals, and direct on-site staff, subcontractors, and venue personnel during execution.
Develop and maintain the Quality Control (QC) Plan and ensure performance against the QASP and Performance Requirements Summary.
Oversee Other Direct Cost (ODC) tracking, monthly financial status reports, and delivery of actual cost and attendee data within 15 days of each event.
Maintain the lessons-learned log and lead after-action reviews with the COR and conference sponsor.
Coordinate optional services when ordered, including conference microsite, printed binders, audiovisual support, and hybrid delivery.
Provide event planning and execution support to the Army Protocol office when not engaged in active conference planning.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must possess an active SECRET clearance.
Bachelor's degree and a minimum of three years of experience coordinating conferences or comparable events, including lodging, meals, facilities, transportation, and speaker coordination.
Demonstrated experience supervising employees and directing event teams.
Working knowledge of AR 1-50 (Army Conference Policy) and conference approval, documentation, and reporting requirements.
Familiarity with the Joint Travel Regulations (JTR), GSA per diem structure, and Government cost estimating practices.
Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent events and competing priorities in a high-tempo environment.
Strong communication skills for interfacing with senior Government leaders, protocol staff, and vendors.
Experience supporting DoD, Army, or other Federal Government conferences, particularly senior leader or General Officer forums.
Experience planning events within the National Capital Region.
Familiarity with Army Protocol operations and distinguished visitor (DV) support.
Proficiency with conference planning and registration software.
PMP or equivalent project management credential.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Training & Development