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Position Summary
This role will share responsibility for the property, event, and administrative management of the CTA Innovation Townhouse. The Specialist will provide operational and administrative support related to CTA’s Government and Legal Affairs (GLA) events and programs. This role will also provide significant operational support for the Leaders in Technology (LIT) Program at CES.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in management and maintenance of property, events logistics, and administrative aspects of the CTA Innovation House.
- Execute events at CTA Innovation House.
- Manage usage agreements and invoices in coordination with Finance Department.
- Assist event planners with AV demands, trouble-shooting, catering, and overall event management on-site.
- Support GLA team with preparation and stocking of supplies and branded items.
- Assist GLA team with other events and programs in DC including but not limited to the Digital Patriots Dinner, CES On the Hill and Hill Lobby Days (working in coordination with GLA staff as well as staff in other departments).
- Provide administrative support for CTA Tech Week in DC, including creating floor tour maps, maintaining Policy Day participant information, and assisting with onsite event setup and registration..
- Assist the GLA team in Las Vegas at CES with the Leaders in Technology (LIT) program and tours,
- Manage Innovation Policy Summit program at CES including management and outreach for IPS sessions, speaker invitations, tracking, and liaising with CES Conferences team.
- Assist with high-level speaker invites for CES including drafting letters, conducting outreach, completing ethics forms, and speaker agreement protocols.
- Assist Director, Political Programs and consultants on all aspects of LIT Program ethics protocols including with pre- and post-show congressional and agency ethics forms.
- Manage on-site travel for LIT participants in coordination with transportation vendor.
Qualifications
Required
- 3-5 years experience in event management or related experience.
- An understanding of events in a congressional or government affairs environment preferred
Education/Trainings:
- Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing, Communications, Business or related field preferred.
Skills/Capabilities/Technical:
- Strong time-management and organizational skills
- Ability to effectively manage multiple projects with varying deadlines simultaneously
- Ability to manage on-site programs independently
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Excellent customer service skills
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office suite; working knowledge of Asana preferred
Additional Information:
- Must be willing to travel to Las Vegas for CES every January.
- Some early morning and evening work is required.
About CTA:
Want to work at the forefront of innovation and make an impact across the technology industry?
The Consumer Technology Association (CTA)® is the leading voice of the technology industry, representing innovators and shaping the future through advocacy, insights, and global events like CES®. When you join CTA, you become part of a team that values collaboration, transparency, and meaningful impact.
At CTA, our culture is built by our people. We are:
- Staff-Focused – We value every voice and seek input across teams
- Transparent & Collaborative – We foster open communication and teamwork
- Open & Honest – We encourage thoughtful feedback, open dialogue, and continuous growth.
- Impact-Driven – We focus on work that drives meaningful results
- Adaptable & Forward-Thinking – We embrace innovation and change
CTA has been recognized for its strong workplace culture, including honors such as the CARE Award (for 16 consecutive years), Washingtonian Best Places to Work, and the Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation (Gold Level).
Compensation & Benefits
CTA is committed to transparency and equitable pay practices. The anticipated salary range for this position is $70,000 - $80,000, with final compensation determined based on experience, skills, and internal equity. This role may be eligible for bonus or additional compensation, where applicable.
CTA offers a comprehensive benefits package supporting your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance, including:
- Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, and vision coverage with telemedicine access, wellness programs, and an on-site fitness center
- Financial Benefits – 401(k) with 100% employer match up to 6%, student loan assistance, and commuter benefits. Unique to CTA — a mortgage assistance program that may include eligibility for a forgivable home purchase loan of up to $40,000.
- Time Off & Flexibility – Paid time off, holidays, paid parental leave, and a hybrid work environment with flexible scheduling options
- Family & Lifestyle Support – Fertility and adoption assistance
- Professional Growth – Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development opportunities
For more information about CTA’s benefits and total rewards offerings, please review our Benefits Guide.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
CTA is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
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Salary : $70,000 - $80,000