Project Support Assistant

Project Support Assistant

Salary

$26.04 - $44.26 Hourly

Location

Leesburg, VA

Job Type

Temp FT W Partial BN

Job Number

26-00521

Department

Office of the County Administrator

Opening Date

04/27/2026

Closing Date

5/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Determined by Position

Grade

115

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Loudoun County Government has been named one of Forbes 2025 Best Large Employers! We're proud to be recognized nationally for our commitment to employee satisfaction and excellence in public service. At Loudoun County, we bring together talented professionals from all backgrounds to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, growing community - that's The Loudoun Difference.

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.

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Introduction

The Loudoun County Office of Emergency Management, Safety & Security (OEMSS) is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the role of Project Support Assistant. OEMSS is responsible for facilitating, maintaining, and enhancing a comprehensive and integrated emergency management program in an effort to cultivate and sustain an engaged and resilient community through partnerships and collaboration. Additional information about the Department can be found at www.loudoun.gov/oemss.

Job Summary

Under the direction of an Assistant Coordinator, this position performs administrative work for the Office of Emergency Management. This position is responsible for supporting the development of Countywide all-hazard plans, trainings, and exercises. This position will assist in researching, scheduling, and organizing assigned planning initiatives to enhance and strengthen OEM's Integrated Preparedness Planning Process. This position is also responsible for monitoring and conducting data analysis related to the preparedness program. Other duties include participating in community outreach, coordinating and facilitating meetings, developing meeting minutes; and tracking action items.

We are seeking a detail-oriented team player who will:

• Support the development of all-hazards plans, trainings, and exercises;
• Conduct a wide range of research on emergency management topics;
• Track project milestones and data through all phases of the project life-cycle;
• Coordinate a wide variety of meetings with internal and external stakeholders;

The successful candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Basic knowledge of public safety disciplines (fire, law enforcement, EMS, public health)
• Ability to manage time, make deadlines, and expeditiously perform multiple tasks.
• Ability to research, compile, and synthesize information from multiple sources.
• Ability to prepare accurate and timely reports.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently in the absence of specific instruction.
• Knowledge of basic emergency management principles.
• Flexibility to work non-standard hours during emergencies or exercises.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook).

Hiring salary is commensurate with experience.

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent (associate degree with coursework in emergency management, homeland security, public administration, or related field preferred); three (3) years of related work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Previous experience in emergency management at the local, state, or federal level preferred.

Job Contingencies and Special Requirements

Successful candidates will undergo background checks as required.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Loudoun County Government prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that promotes employee wellness and work-life balance. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all qualified applicants regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or other non-merit factors.

Reasonable Accommodation

Applicants who wish to request a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process should call Human Resources directly at

703-777-0213 or email Human Resources.

Benefits elgibility for temporary employees are dependent on duration of assignment and number of scheduled hours.

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Which statement below best describes the highest level of education you have completed?

• High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED)
• Associate degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree
• Doctorate degree

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How many years of related work experience do you have?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 year but less than 2 years of experience
• 2 years but less than 3 years of experience
• 3 or more years of experience

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Employer Loudoun County Government

Address 1 Harrison Street SE

Leesburg, Virginia, 20175

Phone 7037770213

Website www.loudoun.gov