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As our Embassy (Post) Liaison, you are responsible for facilitating communication and cooperation between people and organizations like the National Visa Center, the U.S. Customs and Immigration ...

As our Embassy (Post) Liaison, you are responsible for facilitating communication and cooperation between people and organizations like the National Visa Center, the U.S. Customs and Immigration ...

Embassy, Theater Special Operations Command representatives and Maritime Liaison Elements for SBTC. Assists in planning and tracking all CONUS training semesters focused on specific Geographic ...

Embassy, Theater Special Operations Command representatives and Maritime Liaison Elements for SBTC. Assists in planning and tracking all CONUS training semesters focused on specific Geographic ...

Program Manager I

Dunn Loring, VA · On-site

$160K - $163K/yr

... liaison with host nation officials; communicates problems/delays and potential solutions to ATA management and the concerned U.S. Embassy; and provides advice to, and when necessary, acts for and ...

... liaison with host nation officials; communicates problems/delays and potential solutions to ATA management and the concerned U.S. Embassy; and provides advice to, and when necessary, acts for and ...

Program Manager I

Dunn Loring, VA · On-site

$160K - $163K/yr

... liaison with host nation officials; communicates problems/delays and potential solutions to ATA management and the concerned U.S. Embassy; and provides advice to, and when necessary, acts for and ...

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How much do embassy liaison jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for embassy liaison in the United States is $25.30, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $29.57 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an embassy liaison?

Embassy Liaisons are professionals who serve as intermediaries between their home country’s embassy and local organizations, governments, or individuals in the host country. Their main responsibilities include facilitating communication, coordinating diplomatic activities, and ensuring smooth relations between the embassy and external parties. They often assist with cultural exchanges, official visits, and resolving issues related to citizens abroad. Embassy Liaisons play a key role in representing their country’s interests and supporting the embassy’s mission.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an embassy liaison, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Embassy Liaison, you need a background in international relations, excellent cross-cultural communication skills, and often a relevant degree or diplomatic experience. Familiarity with diplomatic protocols, government databases, and secure communication systems is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and discretion set outstanding liaisons apart, enabling them to build trust with diverse stakeholders. These competencies are crucial for effectively facilitating cooperation, resolving issues, and ensuring smooth diplomatic operations.

How does an embassy liaison typically collaborate with both internal embassy staff and external stakeholders to ensure effective communication?

An Embassy Liaison serves as a vital bridge between embassy personnel and external organizations, such as government agencies, local authorities, and partner institutions. They facilitate meetings, relay important information, and help coordinate joint initiatives or events. Effective collaboration often involves regular briefings, drafting reports, and managing sensitive communications to ensure all parties are aligned and informed. This role requires strong interpersonal skills and cultural awareness to navigate complex diplomatic protocols and build productive relationships.

What is the difference between Embassy Liaison vs Consular Officer?

AspectEmbassy LiaisonConsular Officer
Required CredentialsRelevant diplomatic or international relations experience, often a degree in political science or international affairsLegal or administrative background, often with law or public administration degrees
Work EnvironmentOffice-based at embassy, liaising with government officials and organizationsPublic-facing, assisting citizens, issuing visas, and processing legal documents
Employer & IndustryEmbassies, diplomatic missions, government agencies

Embassy Liaison and Consular Officer roles both operate within diplomatic environments but focus on different functions. The Embassy Liaison primarily facilitates communication between the embassy and external entities, while the Consular Officer handles citizen services and legal documentation. Understanding these distinctions helps in choosing the right career path in international relations and diplomatic services.

What qualifications do you need to work as an embassy liaison?

Embassy liaisons typically need a bachelor's degree in international relations, political science, or a related field. Strong communication, language skills, and knowledge of diplomatic protocols are essential, along with experience in government, diplomacy, or international organizations.

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Infographic showing various Embassy Liaison job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 3% Internship, 71% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 8% Nights, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $52,614 per year, or $25.3 per hour.

Embassy Liaison - DAYS

Portsmouth, NH • On-site

Akima, LLC
Specialty Trade Contractors • 5 - 10K employees

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Establish and maintain effective communications and liaison activities with Foreign Service Officers to resolve immigrant visa processing questions.

  • Provide guidance to Visa Support Service employees on documentary and process requirements for casework preparation.

  • Track visa appointment scheduling to ensure consulates receive the necessary volume of casework for interviews.


Akima rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 35 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

As our Embassy (Post) Liaison, you are responsible for facilitating communication and cooperation between people and organizations like the National Visa Center, the U.S. Customs and Immigration Service, and the U.S. Department of State. You will play an integral part in aiding our overseas posts, and managing inquiries from all over the globe. You may even have opportunities to travel overseas to work directly with our posts. Once you're a part of this seven-person unit, our benefits package helps take care of you and your family in many ways, including an excellent Employee Assistance Program. Career development is as important to us as it is to you, which is why we love to promote from within.
Here's why we want you to consider LDRM:
  • Tuition reimbursement program.
  • Daytime hours, and no weekends.
  • 401(k), health, dental and vision plans, and other insurances you can use.
  • An Employee Assistance Plan that's ready when you need it.
  • Paid training and paid time off.

Responsibilities
  • Establish and maintain effective communications and liaison activities with Foreign Service Officers to resolve immigrant visa processing questions before they become issues.
  • Provide guidance to Visa Support Service employees on documentary and process requirements when preparing casework for transmission to consulates.
  • Track visa appointment scheduling to ensure that foreign consulates receive the volume of casework necessary to fill their interview slots.
  • Assist Unit Managers and the Assistant Operations Manager to ensure timely resolution of issues and identify training needs for staff supporting document review processing.
  • Actively engage visa processors to ensure that they understand the requirements of individual foreign posts.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of systems used in processing visa applicants to assist consulates in responding to a broad array of processing questions.
  • You may be required to perform other duties as assigned to advance the unit's mission.

Qualifications
Your Minimum Qualifications to be a Post Liaison:
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET-level federal security clearance.
  • High school diploma.
  • Strong written and verbal command of the English language.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Must be a self-starter who is a proven problem solver.
  • Must demonstrate a professional work ethic.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Analytical skills and attention to detail to successfully analyze and evaluate issues, and disseminate information to a wide audience.
  • Positive attitude focused on customer satisfaction.
  • Must pass a computer-based, role-specific skills assessment with a minimum score of 85%.

Desired Qualifications:
  • Associates degree, or BA/BS degree.
  • Knowledge of the National Visa Center programs and processes.
  • One (1) year experience in immigrant visa document review processes.
  • You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered. Additionally, you must successfully complete a credit and criminal background check and be able to obtain a Secret-level federal security clearance.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:
  • While performing the duties of this job, you may occasionally be required to stand; walk; sit; lift up to 20 lbs.; bend; reach; carry; stoop; kneel; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; use fingers and hands to type or write; speak; or hear.
  • Specific vision abilities may be required to perform the job which may include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, or the ability to adjust focus.
  • You will primarily work in an office environment but may be required to work in other work environments as well.

At LDRM, honesty and integrity govern our activities. We fulfill our commitments, and we treat everyone with dignity and respect. As an Alaskan Native company, our mission is to improve the quality of life for our shareholders and our people by maximizing economic growth, protecting and enhancing our environment, and by promoting healthy communities with decisions, actions, and behaviors consistent with our core principles.
Job ID
2026-25417
Work Type
On-Site
Company Description
Work Where it Matters
LDRM, a joint venture comprised of Lockwood Hills Federal, an Akima company, and DTSV, is not just another technical support contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At LDRM, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders, LDRM provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers, LDRM provides technical, operational, and administrative support services to federal agencies, including Department of State and the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
As an LDRM employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

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About Akima

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As an Alaska Native Corporation headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, Akima is dedicated to delivering superior outcomes for our customers’ missions while simultaneously creating a long-lived asset for our Iñupiat shareholders. Akima maintains a portfolio of small businesses, 8(a) companies, and operating companies that deliver simplified and accelerated access to the products and services agencies need to ensure mission success.

Industry

Specialty trade contractors

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Herndon, VA, US

Year founded

1995

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