
Event Operations Coordinator – Government & Defense Programs
NSTXL (National Security Technology Accelerator)
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Remote
Location: Alabama • California • United States
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About the role
- Support end-to-end planning and execution of events including tradeshows, conferences, internal programs, and virtual/hybrid events
- Coordinate logistics including venue sourcing and RFP development, room block management and travel coordination, food & beverage planning, audio/visual and production requirements, shipping and material handling
- Manage full lifecycle tradeshow logistics including exhibit coordination, shipping and drayage, booth setup and teardown, power, internet, and A/V requirements, staff registration, training, and scheduling
- Own development and management of event websites and registration pages (e.g., Cvent), email campaigns and attendee communications, pre-event and post-event messaging
- Provide logistical and technical support for virtual events using platforms such as Microsoft Teams, Zoom for Government, Cvent, HubSpot
- Ensure a high-quality, detail-oriented attendee experience aligned with brand standards and compliance with government protocols
- Track deliverables, deadlines, and dependencies across multiple concurrent events
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Business, Hospitality, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Prior experience (internships, summer programs, part-time employment) event coordination, logistics, or related field
- Experience with event platforms such as Cvent or similar registration tools
- Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Experience supporting government (B2G) or defense-related events (preferred)
- Familiarity with Federal and military event environments
- Compliance considerations (e.g., accessibility, data handling, security protocols) (preferred)
- Tradeshow and field marketing experience (preferred)
- Experience with project management tools (e.g., Monday.com) (preferred)
Benefits
- Health Insurance: Medical and dental – company pays 92% of premiums for individual coverage and for family coverage
- Vision Insurance: Fully covered
- Retirement Plans: 401(k) with employer match up to 4%
- Paid Time Off: Paid sick and safe leave, paid floating holidays, and generous vacation
- Other: Basic Life & AD&D policy company paid
- Voluntary Life
- Flexible & remote work structure
- Wellness reimbursement plan & mental health support
- Community sponsorships
- Donation matching
- Professional development allowance
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
event coordinationlogistics managementvenue sourcingRFP developmentexhibit coordinationevent website developmentemail campaignsattendee communicationsproject management
Soft Skills
organizational skillsattention to detailability to manage multiple prioritiescommunication skills