Kforce has a client that is seeking a Protocol Specialist in Arlington, VA. Responsibilities: * Protocol Specialist will provide correct protocol procedures and functions to applicable staff both civilian and military, professional organizations, government officials and foreign governments requesting to visit for official purposes * Coordinates and executes all protocol aspects of visits of high-ranking U.S. and foreign dignitaries and special ceremonies hosted by leadership * Coordinates directly with appropriate individuals to facilitate arrangements for site and facility selection, procurement of awards, press coverage, gift exchanges, appropriate menu selections, meetings, invitations, seating arrangements, etc. * Provide timely briefings to the senior leadership and work closely with their designated representatives to ensure requests are coordinated within the framework of the ceremony when feasible and proper * Oversee all protocol phases of planned visits/functions and coordinate protocol activities/actions requiring inter-operational action or consideration * As a Protocol Specialist, you will respond to requests for advice/assistance in all matters/activities relative to proper protocol procedures * Research data, develop briefings, prepare fact sheets, etc. as required * Coordinate across staff to develop material and arrangements for briefings, meetings and scheduled visits by dignitaries and staff officials * Establish and maintain a variety of official files and records in accordance with established policy and regulatory guidance * Maintain a protocol database to ensure it is kept current and updated