Office of Management and Budget-Management Fellow

Welcome and thank you for your interest in employment with Loudoun County Government!

ALL SECTIONS OF THE APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY. THE RESUME IS CONSIDERED SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ONLY. APPLICATIONS THAT ARE INCOMPLETE OR INDICATE 'SEE RESUME' WILL NOT BE TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION.

Are you passionate about local government budgeting and problem-solving? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, team-driven environment where your work directly influences how an organization operates? Loudoun County is looking for a skilled and motivated Management Fellow to fill its two-year, paid fellowship program. The fellow will serve on the staff in the Office of Management and Budget and will embark on unique, substantive projects throughout County Government. For each project assignment, the fellow will be physically located in the associated department's office, with direct supervision and mentorship provided by the project sponsor.

Why Loudoun County?

• Flexibility: After your initial training period, you will have the option to telework up to three days per week. We understand the importance of work-life balance.
• Impactful Work: You'll work on projects that directly impact Loudoun County's residents and businesses and guide the County's growth and development.
• Collaborative, Results-Oriented Culture: Join a team of professionals who value collaboration, innovation, and excellence in customer service. You'll have the opportunity to learn from experts in budgeting, financial management, and public policy.
• Excellent Comprehensive Benefits: During your time as a fellow, you'll receive a competitive benefits package to support your health, financial security, and lifestyle. Benefits include generous paid holidays and leave, health plans, employee assistance support, flexible spending accounts, long-term care insurance, fitness membership discounts, wellness programs, and more.

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

What We're Looking For:

• A passion for local government and a strong interest in budgeting and financial management.
• Excellent analytical and writing skills with the ability to solve complex problems and communicate solutions clearly.
• A team-oriented mindset with a focus on collaboration and customer service.
• A drive for innovation and the ability to think critically and creatively.
• Applicants must have completed the requirements for a master's degree in public administration, business administration, public policy, economics, finance, or related field by October 1, 2025. Proof of degree will be required prior to starting employment.

Successful candidates will undergo background checks as required.