Management Fellow

Full Job Description

Loudoun County offers an unmatched quality of life that blends rural charm with urban convenience, making it one of the best places to live and work in the nation.

Nestled just outside Washington, D.C., Loudoun offers scenic landscapes, award-winning schools, and vibrant communities.

Some of the healthiest in Virginia, residents enjoy easy access to outdoor activities in the Blue Ridge Mountains, while being just minutes from the culture and excitement of the nation’s capital.

From farmers markets to fine dining, hiking trails to thriving arts scenes, Loudoun strikes the perfect balance between professional opportunities and personal fulfillment.

Loudoun County Government is a full-service municipality, with services ranging from law enforcement and public safety, fire and rescue, parks, recreation, libraries, and social and behavioral health services. The County Government has a FY 2026 general fund budget of $3 billion and a six-year capital budget of $3.8 billion.

Requirements

The Office of the County Administrator is seeking a qualified Management Fellow for the FY 2027 – FY 2028 (two year) cohort. This is a full-time, paid, two-year fellowship.

Fellows will serve as staff within the Office of Management and Budget and will embark on unique, substantive projects throughout the County Government organization.

For each project assignment, the fellows will be physically located in the associated department’s office, with direct supervision and mentorship provided by the project sponsor.

Fellows will complete three to five short-term projects annually. Projects are designed to provide experience with developing research, analytical, and written communication skills. Past Management Fellow projects have included:

• Development of an Employee Resource Group focused on mentorship and professional development of targeted employee groups
• Providing research and data analysis, including geospatial data, to support departmental efforts including public outreach and internal survey data analysis
• Performing process audits to guide the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Support to the legislative program during the Virginia General Assembly legislative session
• Leading the development of an online platform for performance measures by exploring PowerBI and Tableau for data visualization of multi-department measures for public reporting

Many past fellows have been hired into permanent roles with the County, though permanent employment is not guaranteed following the two years.

Fellows will have the opportunity to join the International City/County Management Association’s (ICMA) Local Government Management Fellowship cohort, which includes attendance at annual ICMA conferences.

Fellows are eligible for health, dental, and vision insurance; matching contributions to deferred compensation plan; and paid holidays, annual, and sick leave benefits.

This fellowship begins on or around July 1, 2026, and ends on or around June 30, 2028.

Hiring salary is commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

Applicants must complete a Master’s Degree in Public Administration (MPA), Public Policy (MPP), Business Administration (MBA), or related field by August 31, 2026. Proof of degree conference is required.

In addition to your application, please include as attachments 1) a current resume, 2) a cover letter that provides information about why you are interested in the Management Fellowship and how it aligns to your career goals, and 3) a writing sample that demonstrates experience with program or policy analysis, or a related discipline.

Additional Information

Relocation assistance is available to successful candidates who live more than 40 miles away.
Successful candidates will undergo background and reference checks as required.