Fairfax County, VA
Meeting and Events Program Manager (Management Analyst II)
Fairfax County, VA, Fairfax, Virginia, United States, 22032
Salary :
$68,774.37 - $114,625.06 Annually Location :
FAIRFAX (EJ32), VA Job Type:
FT Salary W BN Job Number:
25-01830 Department:
Cable & Consumer Services Opening Date:
10/04/2025 Closing Date:
10/17/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Pay Grade:
S24 Posting Type:
Open to General Public
Job Announcement
This position leads the modernization and management of the Fairfax County Government Center's meetings and events program. This role is critical in ensuring efficient, accessible, and compliant meetings and events that foster engagement and connection.
Key responsibilities include:
Developing, implementing, and managing an enterprise-wide scheduling application. Overseeing meeting and event operations including delivery of audio and visual support. Ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws including those relating to accessibility and firearms. Supervising a high-performing administrative team. Optimizing business processes through transformative change management and managing service contracts and related financial/procurement projects. Oversees all conference center information technology enhancements and upgrades and coordinates with Department of Information Technology on integrated systems and networks. Develops solutions to ensuring modernized technology in support of virtual, hybrid, and in-person meetings and events. Provides support to agency leadership on meetings of the Board of Supervisors and other county boards, authorities, and commissions. Also leads effective internal and external communications, using digital resources to provide clear and accessible information about the meetings and events program services. Fairfax County Government is committed to our employees, and offers comprehensive benefits, including a defined-benefit retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; paid leave; tuition reimbursement; and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
Through our LiveWell Program and the County Benefits Division, we endeavor to cultivate a culture of wellbeing that empowers, educates, and engages employees and retirees to make life-long choices that promote a holistic approach to their physical, mental, emotional, social, spiritual and financial wellness.
Please review our benefits: • • Note:
The assigned functional areas for this position are event/meeting management and/or program management. Illustrative Duties
(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position description.)
Performs a wide-range of professional work in multiple administration functions within an organizational unit including analysis and project management; May supervise administrative and paraprofessional staff; Performs a variety of technical and professional work related to monitoring and reporting on departmental business processes, activities, and outcomes; Plans, develops, and implements comprehensive communication and education plans on programs and services for both county agencies and community organizations; Assists with developing and conducting special studies and research initiatives, by designing survey instruments, gathering data and information from department staff, developing data analysis tools, conducting statistical analyses, initiating literature reviews, etc.; Conducts analysis and reporting of quantitative and qualitative data in order to track and monitor various business process indicators; Serves as the point-person and liaison within the department and with central county departments regarding a designated program and functional areas of responsibility; Prepares reports and presentations of analysis and findings.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)
Knowledge of the mission, goals and objectives of the organizational unit, program or activities to which incumbent is assigned; Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques relating to various functional areas of business operation (e.g., personnel, budgeting and financial management, contract administration and management); Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques governing management, organization, operations and programmatic services; Ability to identify and describe a range of possible solutions for solving business problems; Ability to apply research methods to design studies and assessments, and statistical analysis techniques to identify patterns and trends in data; Ability to use word processing and presentation software to prepare documents, and to use spreadsheet and statistical analysis software packages to store, manipulate, analyze and present data; Ability to train, lead, and/or supervise paraprofessional staff.
Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to") Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in the field related to the assigned functional area; plus two years of professional work experience within the functional area. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Two years of experience managing complex meetings and events, including virtual, hybrid, and in-person formats. One year of experience supervising and managing diverse teams, including administrative and technical staff. Knowledge and experience with audio-visual systems, scheduling applications, and integration of modernized technology to support virtual, hybrid, and in-person meetings and events. One year of experience in interpreting and applying federal, state, and local laws related to accessibility (e.g., ADA compliance), firearms, free speech, or other relevant regulations impacting meetings and event operations. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Word. One or more of the following certifications: Certified Meeting Professional (CMP), Certified Government Meeting Professional (CGMP), Project Management Professional (PMP), or equivalent.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Job is sedentary in nature; however, visual acuity is required to read data on computer monitor. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds. Must be able to operate keyboard-driven equipment. Must communicate with others. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel interview and may include exercise. Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including ) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.
#LI-JY1 Merit Positions
Fairfax County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:
Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage Group Term Life Insurance Long Term Disability LiveWell Program Flexible Spending Programs Paid Leave (annual, sick, parental, volunteer activity, and more!) Paid Holidays Contributory Retirement Plan Deferred Compensation Employee Assistance Program Employees' Child Care Center Continuous Learning Opportunities
NOTE: Fairfax County Government is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. For more information about the PSLF program:
For additional details please visit the Non-Merit Positions Non-Merit Benefit Eligible: scheduled to work a minimum 1,040 hours and no more than a maximum of 1,560 hours in a calendar year.
Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage Flexible Spending Program Deferred Compensation
Temporary: scheduled to work a maximum of 900 hours in a calendar year.
No benefits
01
What is the highest level of education that you have completed?
Less than 12th grade High school diploma or GED Some college Associate's degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree Doctorate degree
02
If you answered "Some college" for the highest level of education completed, please indicate the number of quarter or semester hours you have completed towards a degree.
Less than 45 quarter hours 45 to less than 90 quarter hours 90 to less than 135 quarter hours 135 to less than 180 quarter hours 180 or more quarter hours Less than 30 semester hours 30 to less than 60 semester hours 60 to less than 90 semester hours 90 to less than 120 semester hours 120 or more semester hours Not applicable
03
Please indicate your area(s) of study or major(s)/minor(s) towards a degree. Check all that apply.
Public administration Business administration Information technology Other (related field) Other (non-related field) Not Applicable
04
If you answered "Other (related field)" or "Other (non-related field)" for the previous question, please list all of your majors and minors. If this question does not pertain to you, or you do not have a degree, enter "Not applicable". 05
How many years of full-time equivalent professional experience do you have in the functional area(s): Event/meeting management and/or program management?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five to less than six years Six years or more
06
How many years of full-time equivalent professional experience do you have managing complex meetings and events, including virtual, hybrid, and in-person formats?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five or more years
07
How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have working with audio-visual systems, scheduling applications, and integration of modernized technology to support virtual, hybrid, and in-person meetings and events?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five or more years
08
How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have supervising and managing diverse teams, including administrative and technical staff?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five or more years
09
How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have interpreting and applying federal, state, and local laws related to accessibility (e.g., ADA compliance), firearms, free speech, or other relevant regulations impacting meetings and event operations?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five or more years
10
Please indicate which of the following certifications you possess. Check all that apply.
Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) Certified Government Meeting Professional (CGMP) Project Management Professional (PMP) Related certification None of the above
11
If you indicated that you have a related certification in the previous question, please provide the certification name. If this does not apply to you, enter N/A. 12
Are you proficient in any of the following Microsoft Office Suite applications? Check all that apply.
Outlook (Composing email messages; sending and receiving email messages; organizing email messages into folders; managing contacts; scheduling appointments & meetings, managing tasks) Word (Knowledge of common functions such as creating a title; using, modifying, and creating styles; indenting paragraphs; using tabs and tables; inserting a hard page break; using page numbering; creating headers and footers; inserting graphics; adding comments and tracking changes) PowerPoint (Creating a template and working with a design template; working with graphics, animation and multimedia; building interactive presentations using hyperlinks) Excel (Basic knowledge of creating a worksheet; performing calculations in a worksheet; modifying and formatting a worksheet; printing workbook contents; creating and modifying pivot tables; using formulas and links to other cells/worksheets) None of the above
Required Question
$68,774.37 - $114,625.06 Annually Location :
FAIRFAX (EJ32), VA Job Type:
FT Salary W BN Job Number:
25-01830 Department:
Cable & Consumer Services Opening Date:
10/04/2025 Closing Date:
10/17/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Pay Grade:
S24 Posting Type:
Open to General Public
Job Announcement
This position leads the modernization and management of the Fairfax County Government Center's meetings and events program. This role is critical in ensuring efficient, accessible, and compliant meetings and events that foster engagement and connection.
Key responsibilities include:
Developing, implementing, and managing an enterprise-wide scheduling application. Overseeing meeting and event operations including delivery of audio and visual support. Ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws including those relating to accessibility and firearms. Supervising a high-performing administrative team. Optimizing business processes through transformative change management and managing service contracts and related financial/procurement projects. Oversees all conference center information technology enhancements and upgrades and coordinates with Department of Information Technology on integrated systems and networks. Develops solutions to ensuring modernized technology in support of virtual, hybrid, and in-person meetings and events. Provides support to agency leadership on meetings of the Board of Supervisors and other county boards, authorities, and commissions. Also leads effective internal and external communications, using digital resources to provide clear and accessible information about the meetings and events program services. Fairfax County Government is committed to our employees, and offers comprehensive benefits, including a defined-benefit retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; paid leave; tuition reimbursement; and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
Through our LiveWell Program and the County Benefits Division, we endeavor to cultivate a culture of wellbeing that empowers, educates, and engages employees and retirees to make life-long choices that promote a holistic approach to their physical, mental, emotional, social, spiritual and financial wellness.
Please review our benefits: • • Note:
The assigned functional areas for this position are event/meeting management and/or program management. Illustrative Duties
(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position description.)
Performs a wide-range of professional work in multiple administration functions within an organizational unit including analysis and project management; May supervise administrative and paraprofessional staff; Performs a variety of technical and professional work related to monitoring and reporting on departmental business processes, activities, and outcomes; Plans, develops, and implements comprehensive communication and education plans on programs and services for both county agencies and community organizations; Assists with developing and conducting special studies and research initiatives, by designing survey instruments, gathering data and information from department staff, developing data analysis tools, conducting statistical analyses, initiating literature reviews, etc.; Conducts analysis and reporting of quantitative and qualitative data in order to track and monitor various business process indicators; Serves as the point-person and liaison within the department and with central county departments regarding a designated program and functional areas of responsibility; Prepares reports and presentations of analysis and findings.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)
Knowledge of the mission, goals and objectives of the organizational unit, program or activities to which incumbent is assigned; Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques relating to various functional areas of business operation (e.g., personnel, budgeting and financial management, contract administration and management); Knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques governing management, organization, operations and programmatic services; Ability to identify and describe a range of possible solutions for solving business problems; Ability to apply research methods to design studies and assessments, and statistical analysis techniques to identify patterns and trends in data; Ability to use word processing and presentation software to prepare documents, and to use spreadsheet and statistical analysis software packages to store, manipulate, analyze and present data; Ability to train, lead, and/or supervise paraprofessional staff.
Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (Click on the aforementioned link to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to") Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in the field related to the assigned functional area; plus two years of professional work experience within the functional area. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check to the satisfaction of the employer.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Two years of experience managing complex meetings and events, including virtual, hybrid, and in-person formats. One year of experience supervising and managing diverse teams, including administrative and technical staff. Knowledge and experience with audio-visual systems, scheduling applications, and integration of modernized technology to support virtual, hybrid, and in-person meetings and events. One year of experience in interpreting and applying federal, state, and local laws related to accessibility (e.g., ADA compliance), firearms, free speech, or other relevant regulations impacting meetings and event operations. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Word. One or more of the following certifications: Certified Meeting Professional (CMP), Certified Government Meeting Professional (CGMP), Project Management Professional (PMP), or equivalent.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Job is sedentary in nature; however, visual acuity is required to read data on computer monitor. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds. Must be able to operate keyboard-driven equipment. Must communicate with others. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel interview and may include exercise. Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including ) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.
#LI-JY1 Merit Positions
Fairfax County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:
Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage Group Term Life Insurance Long Term Disability LiveWell Program Flexible Spending Programs Paid Leave (annual, sick, parental, volunteer activity, and more!) Paid Holidays Contributory Retirement Plan Deferred Compensation Employee Assistance Program Employees' Child Care Center Continuous Learning Opportunities
NOTE: Fairfax County Government is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. For more information about the PSLF program:
For additional details please visit the Non-Merit Positions Non-Merit Benefit Eligible: scheduled to work a minimum 1,040 hours and no more than a maximum of 1,560 hours in a calendar year.
Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage Flexible Spending Program Deferred Compensation
Temporary: scheduled to work a maximum of 900 hours in a calendar year.
No benefits
01
What is the highest level of education that you have completed?
Less than 12th grade High school diploma or GED Some college Associate's degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree Doctorate degree
02
If you answered "Some college" for the highest level of education completed, please indicate the number of quarter or semester hours you have completed towards a degree.
Less than 45 quarter hours 45 to less than 90 quarter hours 90 to less than 135 quarter hours 135 to less than 180 quarter hours 180 or more quarter hours Less than 30 semester hours 30 to less than 60 semester hours 60 to less than 90 semester hours 90 to less than 120 semester hours 120 or more semester hours Not applicable
03
Please indicate your area(s) of study or major(s)/minor(s) towards a degree. Check all that apply.
Public administration Business administration Information technology Other (related field) Other (non-related field) Not Applicable
04
If you answered "Other (related field)" or "Other (non-related field)" for the previous question, please list all of your majors and minors. If this question does not pertain to you, or you do not have a degree, enter "Not applicable". 05
How many years of full-time equivalent professional experience do you have in the functional area(s): Event/meeting management and/or program management?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five to less than six years Six years or more
06
How many years of full-time equivalent professional experience do you have managing complex meetings and events, including virtual, hybrid, and in-person formats?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five or more years
07
How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have working with audio-visual systems, scheduling applications, and integration of modernized technology to support virtual, hybrid, and in-person meetings and events?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five or more years
08
How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have supervising and managing diverse teams, including administrative and technical staff?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five or more years
09
How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have interpreting and applying federal, state, and local laws related to accessibility (e.g., ADA compliance), firearms, free speech, or other relevant regulations impacting meetings and event operations?
None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five or more years
10
Please indicate which of the following certifications you possess. Check all that apply.
Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) Certified Government Meeting Professional (CGMP) Project Management Professional (PMP) Related certification None of the above
11
If you indicated that you have a related certification in the previous question, please provide the certification name. If this does not apply to you, enter N/A. 12
Are you proficient in any of the following Microsoft Office Suite applications? Check all that apply.
Outlook (Composing email messages; sending and receiving email messages; organizing email messages into folders; managing contacts; scheduling appointments & meetings, managing tasks) Word (Knowledge of common functions such as creating a title; using, modifying, and creating styles; indenting paragraphs; using tabs and tables; inserting a hard page break; using page numbering; creating headers and footers; inserting graphics; adding comments and tracking changes) PowerPoint (Creating a template and working with a design template; working with graphics, animation and multimedia; building interactive presentations using hyperlinks) Excel (Basic knowledge of creating a worksheet; performing calculations in a worksheet; modifying and formatting a worksheet; printing workbook contents; creating and modifying pivot tables; using formulas and links to other cells/worksheets) None of the above
Required Question