Associate membership is granted to a person who has served in one or a combination of the positions described below for less than three years and is actively employed in one of the positions described below by a municipal or county government recognized by ICMA.

Eligible positions:

Appointed Chief Administrative Officer (or deputy, assistant, administrative assistant or equivalent, appointed by the chief administrator and having significant general administrative responsibilities) of a municipal or county government recognized by the ICMA. Must attend six meetings to remain in good standing.