Description

Event Planning Specialist – Criminal Justice  

 

  

ICF seeks an Event Planning Specialist to support the Justice, Research, and Victim Services Portfolio. Will work closely with client representatives, external partner agencies, subject matter experts, and TTA providers, and grantees to collaborate on events and multimedia projects.  

 

Key Responsibilities: 

  

Client Consultation: Meeting with clients to understand their needs and preferences. 

Budget Management: Managing and budgeting finances for the event. 

Venue Selection: Choosing appropriate venues based on the type of event. 

Vendor Coordination: Maintaining partnerships with vendors, caterers, and other service providers. 

Logistics Management: Organizing audiovisual equipment, transportation, and accommodations. 

Event Design: Planning the event’s design, including decor, entertainment, and promotional materials. 

On-Site Management: Overseeing the setup, execution, and cleanup of the event. 

Problem-Solving: Handling any issues that arise during the event. 

 

Qualifications: 

Bachelor’s degree Arts, Marketing, Event Management, Hospitality, Public Relations, or a related field. 

Minimum 4 years of experience in event planning for Federal government agencies, including event preparation, event registration, responding to general inquiries, providing logistical support, site selection, onsite meeting support, and compilation and basic analysis of evaluation forms/reports. 

Proven experience as an Event Planner or Coordinator. 

Excellent time management and communication skills. 

Ability to manage multiple projects independently. 

Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills. 

Proficiency in MS 365 Office applications. 

Strong team player with the ability to take initiative and work well independently. 

Ability to be flexible, detail-oriented, and manage multiple activities simultaneously in a fast-paced, changing environment. 

Ability to exercise good judgment, discretion, tact, and diplomacy. 

Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as the ability to listen actively and empathetically. 

Excellent customer service skills. 

 

Preferred Skills/Experience:  

Certified Government Meeting Professional 

Experience in the criminal justice or victim services field.  

Experience working seamlessly with other contractors or vendors. 

Experience in management, marketing, leadership, planning and presentations. 

 

 

 

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military/veteran status. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO & AA policy.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email Candidateaccommodation@icf.com and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more here: Requesting an Accommodation for the ICF interview process.

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Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair and equitable interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process. 

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodations that involve the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at candidateaccommodation@icf.com. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed. 

 

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$60,927.00 - $103,576.00

Nationwide Remote Office (US99)