Program Assistant for Local Initiatives

3 weeks ago


Washington, Washington, D.C., United States International City County Management Full time

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Program Assistant for Local Initiatives to join our team at International City County Management (ICMA). In this role, you will play a vital part in supporting our mission to advance professional local government leadership and management.

About the Job

As a Program Assistant for Local Initiatives, you will be responsible for supporting overall project administration including meeting coordination, quarterly report preparation, budgeting, and other logistics. Your primary focus will be on helping manage and track activities and high-impact deliverables for mission-driven programs and projects supporting local decision makers.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support overall project administration including meeting coordination, quarterly report preparation, budgeting, and other logistics.
  • Help manage and track activities and high-impact deliverables for mission-driven programs and projects.

We are looking for someone with a Bachelor's degree and 1-3 years of experience in a related field. You should have proficiency in MS Office software, excellent organizational and time management skills, and strong attention to detail. Knowledge of and interest in local government leadership, management, and service delivery is also essential.

About Us

ICMA is a membership association for local government leaders, managers, staff, and stakeholders. We provide research and knowledge resources, professional development and training, peer-to-peer engagement, and technical assistance. Our goal is to help communities deliver innovative services, empower resident engagement, enable economic development, strengthen leadership, uphold ethics, and provide forward-thinking management.

What We Offer
  • A competitive salary range of $51,873 - $64,841 based on experience level.
  • A remote work environment with flexible core business hours from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm EST.
  • A comprehensive benefits package including employer-sponsored health, dental, life, disability, and employee assistance benefits.
  • Paid time off to include vacation, sick leave, holidays, and floating days.
  • Opportunities for ongoing professional development.


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