ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Protocol Specialist Jobs (NOW HIRING)

STI-TEC

Administrative Assistant - USCG

Elizabeth City, NC · On-site

$16 - $21.50/hr

Participating in the Events Team to assist with ceremonies or visits at ALC, working with Protocol Specialist or the Command Secretary. * Maintaining, updating and submitting support requests. Other ...

previous page

Showing results 41-60

All JobsProtocol Specialist Jobs

Protocol Specialist information

See salary details

$25.5K

$75.1K

$135.5K

How much do protocol specialist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for protocol specialist in the United States is $75,053.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,500.00 and $84,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of organizations hire protocol specialists, and what does a typical workday look like?

Protocol Specialists are commonly employed by government agencies, diplomatic missions, multinational corporations, and large event management firms. A typical workday may involve coordinating high-level meetings, preparing briefing materials, managing guest lists, and ensuring compliance with protocol guidelines for official ceremonies or visits. You will frequently collaborate with senior executives, international delegations, security teams, and support staff to guarantee smooth operations. This role often requires flexibility to respond to rapidly changing schedules and the ability to address unanticipated challenges promptly. It's a dynamic position ideal for those who thrive in structured yet fast-paced environments.

What is a protocol specialist?

A Protocol Specialist is responsible for coordinating and enforcing protocols, procedures, and guidelines within an organization, particularly in government, military, or corporate settings. They ensure compliance with formal regulations, manage official events, and facilitate diplomatic or corporate interactions. Their role often includes planning ceremonies, managing logistics, and advising on etiquette for high-level engagements. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a protocol specialist, and why are they important?

A Protocol Specialist typically requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of protocol procedures, often backed by a relevant bachelor's degree and experience in event or diplomatic settings. Familiarity with protocol management software, event planning tools, and occasionally certifications in project management or event coordination are advantageous. Excellent interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to communicate clearly across diverse audiences distinguish top performers in this role. These qualities are vital to ensure seamless execution of formal events, adherence to protocol norms, and positive representation of organizations or officials involved.

More about Protocol Specialist jobs
What cities are hiring for Protocol Specialist jobs? Cities with the most Protocol Specialist job openings:
What are the most commonly searched types of Protocol Specialist jobs? The most popular types of Protocol Specialist jobs are:
What states have the most Protocol Specialist jobs? States with the most job openings for Protocol Specialist jobs include:
What job categories do people searching Protocol Specialist jobs look for? The top searched job categories for Protocol Specialist jobs are:
Protocol Specialist jobs near you
Infographic showing various Protocol Specialist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 10% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $75,053 per year, or $36.1 per hour.

Clinical Research Specialist - Leading Protocol Development Exp. Req. (Job 1416)

DLH

OR • Remote

$80K - $90K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

New

Job description

About Us

DLH delivers improved health and national security readiness solutions for federal programs through science research and development, systems engineering and integration, and digital transformation. Our experts in public health, performance evaluation, and health operations solve the complex problems faced by civilian and military customers alike by leveraging advanced tools - including digital transformation, artificial intelligence, data analytics, cloud enablement, modeling, and simulation, and more. DLH is dedicated to the idea that "Your Mission is Our Passion" and brings a unique combination of government sector experience, proven methodology, and unwavering commitment to innovation to improve the lives of millions.

Overview 

DLH is seeking a Clinical Trials Specialist to join the Network Coordinating Center (NCC) of the ACTG (Advancing Clinical Therapeutics Globally for HIV and Other Infections) network, one of the world's largest and longest-running clinical trials networks focused on HIV and its comorbidities. This clinical trials network conducts dozens of protocols at sites in the US and abroad and is led by some of the world's leading experts in infectious disease and HIV/AIDS. The Clinical Trials Specialist will be responsible for managing protocol teams as they design, implement, and report results from clinical trials. 

Responsibilities 

  • Leads protocol development, study start-up, and study conduct activities 
  • Leads development of the protocol document, including incorporating input from subject matter experts and investigators, and developing the informed consent form(s) 
  • Develops and manages study-specific ancillary documents (e.g., manuals of procedure, site training materials)
  • Manages and communicates the status of study progress and activities 
  • Drives the resolution of issues encountered with sites during all phases of the study 
  • Partners with cross-functional teams (e.g., clinical data management, statisticians, laboratory) during protocol development and implementation 
  • Develops and implements processes to mitigate impediments to protocol development and implementation 
  • Assesses current and new processes, identifies and implements solutions to improve process efficiency within and across related functional areas 
  • Provides coaching and knowledge transfer to team members
  • This is a remote role - attendance at an annual network meeting in the DC area is required 

Qualifications 

  • Master's degree in public health, social sciences, or related discipline strongly preferred with at least two years of experience in the design, development, and conduct of Phase I-III clinical trials 
  • Bachelor's degree may be accepted with at least five years of experience in the design, development, and conduct of Phase I-III clinical trials
  • Experience leading protocol development, including writing clinical research protocols and ancillary documents is required
  • Experience with HIV, hepatitis, and/or tuberculosis trials is preferred
  • Excellent verbal communication and organization skills; ability to follow detailed work instructions; strong problem-solving and decision-making skills; ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and work collaboratively 

Basic Compensation: $80,000 - $90,000 yearly salary

The salary range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this role at the time of posting. The final offer may vary based on skills, experience, geographic location, market conditions, and internal equity. Additional compensation may include performance incentives and program-specific awards. We do not use salary history to determine compensation, in line with applicable law.

Benefits

DLH Corp offers our employees an excellent benefits package, including Personal Time Off (PTO), medical, dental, vision, supplemental life with AD&D, short and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, parental leave, legal services, and more. We want our employees to save for their future; therefore, we offer a 401(k) Retirement Plan, which includes a matching component. DLH is dedicated to your career development, providing training to help drive success, with access to our best-in-class e-learning suite for formal and informal learning, professional and technical certification preparation, and education assistance at accredited institutions.

#LI-REMOTE

Apply