Alexandria, VA
Herndon
Posted: 03-Apr-26
Location: D.C.
Type: Full Time (Remote Only)
Salary: $80,000-$90,000
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Job Summary & Purpose
Association & Conference Group is seeking an Association Executive Director in the DC, MD, VA region to serve as a strategic partner who provides high-level thought leadership and directional oversight to client Boards of Directors. As the primary architect of client satisfaction, our ideal candidate assumes ultimate accountability for all client outcomes, financial health, and adherence to scope. We are looking for a leader capable of guiding cross-functional internal teams to ensure every deliverable meets the highest standards of accuracy, quality, and strategic intent. Acting as the critical bridge between client organizations and ACG leadership, this individual must excel at leading the translation of high-level vision into actionable excellence.
Responsibilities & Expectations
- Embody ACG’s Core Values
- Actively contribute to the ACG appraisal process by providing constructive, high-impact peer feedback
- Ensure client satisfaction by delivering high-quality work while developing and maintaining a high-performing client team
- Execute all professional responsibilities in strict alignment with the contracted scope of work,
- Monitor and manage client team performance to ensure adherence to client-specific scope of work and optimized utilization of budgeted hours
- Conduct comprehensive monthly analyses of "budget vs. actual" labor hours, providing transparent reporting and strategic recommendations
- Specific responsibilities include management of Board of Directors, governance, membership, sponsorship and fundraising, finance, communications and marketing, and conferences and events
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Valid CAE certification or MBA degree required
- 5+ years’ experience managing internal and external stakeholders
- Proficiency with various technology platforms
- Advanced ability to cultivate and leverage high-value relationships with Boards, donors, and community partners to drive organizational mission.
- Expert-level proficiency in synthesizing complex data into clear, persuasive narratives for diverse internal and external audiences.
- Mastery of organizational planning and priority-setting to maintain institutional excellence within fast-paced, high-stakes environments.
- Proven ability to evaluate systemic challenges, mitigate risk, and implement data-driven solutions that align with long-term strategy.
- Skilled in developing scalable internal processes and sourcing resources to optimize organizational capacity and service delivery.
- Demonstrated initiative in anticipating institutional needs and steering high-level meetings to achieve consensus and execution.
Schedule
This is a full-time position, working 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Travel for client events is required.
Compensation
$80-90k annually
Benefits
- Generous paid time off, including the week off between December 24th and New Year's Day and gifted days following client conference travel
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
- 401(k) with generous company match
Equal Opportunity Employer
Association & Conference Group is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Virtual Environment
Association & Conference Group (ACG) is a virtual company which means no more commuting! ACG employees provide the environment (home office) while ACG provides the technology needed to be successful. Despite this being a remote opportunity, this position requires residence in the Washington, DC/Maryland/Northern Virginia region to attend monthly client events.
- Valid CAE certification or MBA degree required
- 5+ years’ experience managing internal and external stakeholders
- Located in the DC/MD/Northern VA region
