Specialist, Government Affairs Operations & Events

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.
• Aid 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.
• Aid 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.
• Aid the GLA team in Las Vegas at CES with the Leaders in Technology (LIT) program and tours.
• Assist with the Innovation Policy Summit program at CES including management and outreach for IPS sessions, speaker invitations, tracking, and liaising with CES Conferences team.
• Aid with high-level speaker invites for CES including drafting letters, conducting outreach, completing ethics forms, and speaker agreement protocols.
• Aid 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

• 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, 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

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.

Career Opportunities

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

Compensation & Benefits

CTA is committed to transparency and equitable pay practices. The anticipated salary range for this position is $70,000 - $85,000, with final compensation determined based on experience, skills, and internal equity. This role may be eligible for bonus or additional compensation, where applicable.

Benefits

• 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

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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