Associate, Conferences and Events
Location: Full-time, hybrid role requiring occasional work in Washington, DC office. Candidates must be currently based in D.C./DMV area.
Starting salary range of $34.33 - $38.37 per hour.
The Associate, Conferences and Events will join the team responsible for planning and delivering the Council's large-scale, in-person events. The Council hosts one flagship national conference each year, alternating between Leading Locally and Building Together, which typically attracts 700-1,000+ attendees. The role also supports staff retreats, a policy summit, webinars, and other events and learning experiences.
The Associate plays a key role in delivering a seamless attendee experience by serving as the primary administrator for event technology, registration systems, and attendee data. This position manages registration and scholarship processes, provides customer service and support to participants, and serves as a first point of contact for conference-related inquiries.
The Associate collaborates closely with internal teams, vendors, speakers, and attendees to support conference planning and execution from initial registration through on-site delivery. Through strong communication, attention to detail, and effective use of event technology, the Associate helps ensure accurate data, efficient operations, and exceptional event experiences.
PRIMARY JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage conference registratio
