About the Position:

Within NACo’s County Practices and Innovations department, the program associate role is a project support position focused on contributing to the timely execution of project-based deliverables, such as coordinating logistics for small group events and supporting the dissemination of communications materials.

The position is dependent on the availability of project-based outside funding.

Key Responsibilities:

Actively support multiple projects in the Environment and Land Use portfolio, including but not limited to renewable energy, effective land use, disaster resilience, military readiness, offshore wind supply chain, plastic waste management and road and bridges maintenance
Actively support the Environment and Land Use portfolio and team
Actively support the development of written materials, conference calls, national webinars, small group convenings and national conferences
Assist in the development of focus group and listening session materials and support logistics and run-of-show for these events
Take notes during events and synthesize proceedings and key takeaways
Assist in drafting, formatting and posting program resources including webinars, toolkits, news articles and case studies for national dissemination through NACo’s website
Creation and maintenance of contact lists, response to invitations, meeting logistics and transcribed verbal conversations for online posting and disseminating materials for in-person and virtual events and announcements
Assist in developing quality information and guidance to county government officials on emerging issues relevant to county needs and interests
Other duties as assigned by the Associate Program Director and County Practices and Innovations department leadership

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required, concentrations in environmental sciences or public policy a plus
Internship experience and/or up to 2 years’ full-time experience in relevant field, such as public policy, communications, government, nonprofit sector, associations; coursework or demonstrated knowledge of and/or experience in local government is a plus
Interest in key areas of community resilience and sustainability, such as rural development, disaster readiness, renewable energy or scientific communication
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including virtual and in-person facilitation and outstanding attention to detail
Ability to contribute to multiple projects without compromising quality or timely delivery; strong project management skills preferred

Ability to work well in a political environment while maintaining a non-partisan perspective
Commitment and passion for mission-driven work to advance county priorities and push towards sustainability and disaster preparedness
Brings collaboration, innovative ideas and creativity to the position and work products; works well under pressure and as part of a team and with external partners

Location and Travel:

Individuals must be located in Washington DC, or surrounding area, with an available hybrid schedule (minimum requirement to be in office 2 days a week)
Opportunities for travel to conferences, meetings and partner engagements

Salary:

Starting Base salary $60,000 annually

National Assoc of Counties jobs

Program Associate, Environment and Land Use