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New Report on Election Official Turnover Rates

Election Official Turnover Rates from 2000-2024
Report finds turnover has increased from 2020, but LEOs are well-prepared for 2024

Joshua Ferrer, Daniel M. Thompson, Rachel Orey

A growing chorus of government officials, media, and election observers are concerned that high turnover among election administrators might undermine smooth election operations and lead to lower confidence in the electoral process. Until now, however, we have not had sufficient understanding of just how high turnover rates are and how they have changed over time.

To answer these questions, the Bipartisan Policy Center partnered with Joshua Ferrer and Daniel M. Thompson of the University of California, Los Angeles, on a new report that explores election official turnover from 2000-2024. Our analysis draws on an original dataset of 18,644 local chief election officials across 6,290 jurisdictions in all 50 states.

Key findings from the report include:

Election official turnover has been increasing steadily since 2000, with a slight uptick since 2020.
Although the turnover rate has not increased smoothly in every cycle, the broad pattern is of rising turnover.

However, the increase in turnover is not as dramatic as may be feared based on previous news headlines and recent reports. We find that turnover has grown from 28% in 2004 to 39% in 2022, a 38% increase. Although significant, the upward trend is slow. Most election officials continue to serve for more than four years and are prepared to successfully administer the 2024 presidential election.

Turnover isn’t just a localized or temporary problem, it has roots in both long-standing and contemporary challenges.
Turnover has increased over time, across geographic regions, across counties and municipalities, and in small and large jurisdictions for both elected and appointed election officials.

It has also increased in politically competitive and uncompetitive areas, in conservative and liberal jurisdictions, and across most individual states.

Election officials are well-prepared to administer the 2024 presidential election.
While turnover was higher in 2022 than at any point over the past two decades, there are several counter-balancing factors that cement election officials’ readiness for 2024.

65% of local election officials have experience running a presidential election.

Jurisdictions that do have new officials will find that they’re often highly experienced: new election officials also have an average of eight years previous experience running elections, and that figure jumps to 11 years in large jurisdictions.

Even where new officials might not have ample experience, training is there to fill the gaps. Forty-three states currently have statewide training available to election administrators.

Increasing turnover is not confined to one geographic region or due to a state or region-specific cause, but rather is happening across all parts of the country. This calls for a unified, nationwide response that focuses on addressing both the chronic and emerging roots of turnover to build a resilient workforce in the long term.

The methodology, content, and recommendations of this report have been informed by BPC’s Election Workforce Advisory Council and Task Force on Elections.

Read the full report here: Election Official Turnover Rates from 2000-2024.

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Election News This Week

It Came in the Mail…Or Didn’t: NBC News has a report this week about the ongoing concerns of the U.S. Postal Service’s ability to timely handle mail ballots in the 2024 election. According to the report, across the country, residents and businesses have been reporting widespread slowdowns in mail and package delivery. The delays have become so persistent that members of Congress have gotten involved, urging the Postal Service to drastically correct course and raising concern about what impact the disruptions could have on mail-in ballots in the upcoming election. The delays appear to largely stem from a new system the Postal Service began rolling out last fall that will eventually funnel all the nation’s letters and packages through a consolidated network of 60 regional distribution centers — similar to the airlines’ hub-and-spoke model. The change is part of a wider $40 billion, 10-year overhaul of the network that Postmaster General Louis DeJoy has said will reduce costs, improve reliability and make the Postal Service more competitive. But in some instances, the plan has done the opposite, according to the Office of the Inspector General for the Postal Service, members of Congress and Postal Service advocacy groups. Mail delays have become so prevalent in Richmond, which implemented one of the first regional distribution centers in October, that Richmond General Registrar Keith Balmer told residents in February not to send their ballots for the March presidential primary by mail and to instead use one of three drop boxes in the city or to vote in person at an early voting location or a polling site on Election Day. For the upcoming election, Balmer said he will be strongly urging voters to use drop boxes. “I understand that these issues extend beyond mere inconvenience; they represent a fundamental threat to our democracy,” Balmer said in a blog post on Feb. 26. For the November election, the Postal Service said in a statement that it will “employ a robust and proven process to ensure proper handling and delivery of all Election Mail, including ballots.” During the November 2022 midterm elections, 98.96% of ballots sent by voters to election officials were delivered within three days, 99.82% were delivered within five days, and 99.93% were delivered within seven days, according to the Postal Service.

Voter Data: The Illinois State Board of Elections is asking an online publication to remove what it says are personal details about residents in a number of Illinois towns and whether they voted in the 2020 presidential election. Included in the lengthy breakdowns are people’s names, birthdates, complete street addresses and whether they voted or didn’t vote. The websites containing the information are affiliated with Lake Forest-based Local Government Information Services. The self-described “media watchdog” sites, like the company’s 11 print publications, operate under a variety of names depending on their location. The outlets are part of a network the Tow Center for Digital Journalism at Columbia University has connected to businessman Brian Timpone, according to The Washington Post. The Illinois State Board of Elections said publication of the information may have violated state election codes, but did not cite specific codes. No one responded to a request for comment from Local Government Information Services. The state board of elections has been receiving calls about the listings since they were published, Illinois State Board of Elections public information officer Matt Dietrich said. The state agency said it does not know how Local Government Information Services acquired the information, which appears to be a blend of 2016 and 2020 voter data. The information is available for purchase and non-commercial use by registered political committees.

Polling Place News: The American Museum of Natural History on Manhattan’s Upper West Side will serve as an early voting location for upcoming elections in New York City. The 155-year-old museum, known for its has stepped up to serve as a polling station after locals pushed back on the use of a nearby school as a voting site. The museum will serve as a polling place from June 15 to June 23 during the early-voting period in state and congressional primary elections. The museum’s Gilder Center for Science, Education, and Innovation will host the voting station, said Daniel Slippen, the museum’s vice president of government and corporate relations. In February, three local lawmakers wrote to the museum asking it to consider serving as a polling site, citing concerns that the nearby public school complex was ill-suited to the task. Since 2022, the school building’s cafeteria has hosted early voting, forcing students to relocate lunchtime to the hallways, according to the letter. The museum’s president, Sean Decatur, offered thanks to the three lawmakers for bringing the issue to the museum’s attention. In a statement, Decatur highlighted the museum’s past work as a public resource, including as a COVID vaccination site, and added that the museum is “excited about the opportunity” to help its neighbors “exercise their fundamental democratic right.”

Sticker News: Maricopa County, Arizona Recorder Stephen Richer presented the winners of the county’s “I Voted” sticker design contest this week. The stickers will be given out at the July 30 primary election and the Nov. 5 general election. “We received so many incredible submissions and much like our county’s elections, the top contestants were neck and neck,” Richer said. “That’s why I’ve decided that we will use both the first and second place designs giving us four new stickers for our upcoming elections.” Lauren Kneuss from Gilbert created the winning adult design, entitled “For a Brighter Tomorrow,” which earned more than 1,000 votes. Sarah Hurwitz from Phoenix designed “Gila Monster Voter,” the adult runner-up with nearly 700 votes. Brophy Prep student Jacob Petrine, 17, won the youth contest with his “Vote in the Desert” design, boasting more than 1,300 votes while Mesa Public Schools student Manuela Alvarez Sanchez, 14, was close behind with over 1,200 votes. Both students will receive pizza parties for their class. “I look forward to honoring our winners and am grateful to all who participated in the process,” Richer said.

Podcasts: In the latest edition of High Turnout Wide Margins, hosts Eric Fey and Brianna Lennon speak with Peter Stanyon. He’s the Chief Executive for the Association of Election Administrators, or AEA, in the United Kingdom. They spoke about the complexities of the UK’s election system with its limited time frame for some elections, changes in voter ID law, and the challenges of adding modernization on top of a system originally designed in the 1800s. In the latest episode of The Voting Booth from the American Enterprise Institute, co-hosts John Fortier and Don Palmer are joined by Wendy Underhill, Director of Elections and Redistricting at the National Conference of State Legislatures. On The Excerpt from USAToday, At the State of the Union, President Biden called on Congress to pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. This bill would update the Voting Rights Act of 1965, strengthening legal protections against discriminatory voting policies and practices. The act has since been hampered by Supreme Court cases that removed pre-clearance provisions and made it harder to sue to stop discriminatory practices. Marc Elias, an attorney with Elias Law Group and an outspoken advocate of voter protection and fair elections, joins The Excerpt to talk about the challenges voters across the country are facing and describe his efforts to guarantee equal access to the ballot. On The Politics Podcast from NPR, in a pivotal election year, U.S. democracy continues to face a persistent challenge among the country’s electorate — gaps in voter registration rates between white eligible voters and eligible voters of color. Long-standing barriers to voter registration have made it difficult to close these gaps, and dedicated investment is needed to ensure fuller participation in elections and a healthier democracy, many researchers and advocates say. 

Personnel News: Christina Estes-Werther has been appointed to the Arizona Citizens Clean Elections Commission. Shirley Anderson has decided to not to run for re-election as Hernando County Florida’s Supervisor of Elections. Samuel Beavers has resigned Jefferson County, Arkansas Election Commission

In Memoriam: Cook County, Illinois Clerk Karen Yarborough died on April 7 after a brief hospitalization. She was 73. “Her loss is devastating, because all the new people coming into politics just don’t have what she had. She was honest. She was straight. She didn’t have two stories. You could look her in the eye, and she had empathy for you,” said Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas. Yarbrough was serving her second term as Cook County clerk after first being elected to the position in 2018. She was known for her leadership in the West Side Proviso Township and previously served as a state representative for 11 years. Yarbrough’s family issued a statement, saying, in part, “so many of us stand on her shoulders and are actively walking pathways that she forged. As a public servant, she had the courage to stand in support of issues that were not always popular, but she knew them to be right.” As her colleagues cope with the loss, they told ABC7 it is no surprise that she continued to serve until she passed away. “It was her vision. It was her dream. It was what she always wanted to do. They say, ‘You die at work.’ She died at work. She died doing what she wanted to do,” Pappas said. The functions of the clerk’s office are continuing, according to spokesperson Sally Daly, who said last week that Chief Deputy Clerk Cedric Giles is in charge of operations. “We have lost one of the brightest lights in the public service arena in Cook County and the State of Illinois and we will never be quite the same,” Giles said in a statement on Sunday. “Clerk Yarbrough brought a unique spirit, energy, and compassion to her role in public service, and she used those gifts to bring out the best in all of us. She will be missed beyond measure.” Yarbrough was a native of Washington, D.C. Her family came to Maywood in the early 1960s. She studied business management at Chicago State University and received her master’s in Inner City Studies from Northeastern Illinois University. Yarbrough leaves behind her husband and six children.

Legislative Updates

Alabama: Under HB100, increased penalties would be applied to someone who commits a crime against an election official if that crime is motivated by the officials’ role in working at the polls. If a felony is committed against an election official, which is motivated by an individual’s role as an election office, then they would be disqualified from voting. “I feel strongly that anyone who harms or attempts to harm election workers – the very individuals who facilitate the voting process – should be stripped of their right to vote the same as individuals who are convicted of the 48 felonies listed in the Felony Voter Disqualification Act,” said state Rep. Adline Clark, D-Mobile, the bill’s sponsor. That list in Alabama is called felonies involving “moral turpitude,” and include some of the most serious crimes of murder, rape, kidnapping, sexual abuse and torture, human trafficking, terrorism, child sex abuse, among other things. Clarke said the reason she is pitching the legislation is out of concern of safety and welfare of election officials. She and others are unaware of any election official in Alabama being harmed or threatened, adding that “I hope that will never happen.”

California: A bill that would allow California poll workers and voters to sue over election intimidation is advancing through the Legislature after a Wednesday vote. The Assembly Elections Committee passed Assembly Bill 2642 — written by Assemblymember Marc Berman (D-Menlo Park) Called the PEACE Act, it now heads to that chamber’s Judiciary Committee. A member of the Elections Committee, Berman said his bill would add civil protections for voters and poll workers. “This bill is a continuation of California’s pro-democracy efforts,” Berman said. Current law restricts firearms at polling sites. Berman’s bill would give people the ability to sue and seek damages if they’re threatened. Some Republicans on the Elections Committee raised transparency concerns over the bill. Assemblymember Tom Lackey, a Palmdale Republican, said he supports the idea of protections for elections workers. However, he argued that a democracy encourages transparency. He worried that a government worker might sue over someone filing a public records request.

Colorado: The House Judiciary Committee voted 8-3 along party lines on April 9 against impeaching Secretary of State Jena Griswold (D) who championed the Colorado Supreme Court’s later-reversed decision to remove former President Donald Trump from the state’s primary ballot. Two conservative house members introduced six articles of impeachment on April 4, claiming Griswold committed malfeasance in office and accusing her of failing to remain neutral on whether former president Donald Trump engaged in an insurrection and should be therefore barred from the state’s primary ballot. “I’m trying to figure out how to make a legitimate argument against this resolution that is wholly illegitimate. In fact, your own witness called it ‘ga-ga-wocka-wocka,’” said House Judiciary Committee vice chair Jennifer Bacon at the close of the six hour hearing. “But I’m going to try to make sense of what I have heard,” the Democrat who represents Denver continued. “There is a claim against Secretary of State Jena Griswold that she tried to take Trump off the ballot, but these claims are wholly made in fantasy. It is political theater. I will remind you again that SOS Griswold did not remove Trump from the ballot. In fact, members of the Republican Party did.” Four Republican and two independent voters sued Colorado’s secretary of state in the District Court of Denver County in September 2023, angling to keep Donald Trump’s name off the primary ballot. The voters claimed Trump’s efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election — culminating in his Jan. 6 speech — disqualify him from holding office under the Fourteenth Amendment. While the former president joined as an intervening party, the voters named Secretary of State Jena Griswold as a defendant on their lawsuit. 

Delaware: Lawmakers are working on legislation to make sure all polling locations are ADA compliant ahead of November’s general election. According to a report from the Community Legal Aid Society released last May, after assessing just over half of Delaware’s polling locations, 30% lacked accessible parking spaces. Additionally, the study found between three and 18% of polling places had problems with inaccessible routes from parking areas or inaccessible building entrances, non-compliant ramps, thresholds, doorways and door handles. State Rep. Bill Carson (D-Smyrna) is championing legislation to address these concerns. The legislation requires the Department of Elections (DOE) to make any necessary changes to ensure all polling locations are ADA compliant and allows anyone to file an administrative complaint with the department if they notice shortfalls. The bill cleared the House Administration Committee in March, and Carson hopes it will be heard in the House by the end of April, giving DOE ample time to make changes before November’s general election. The bill does provide certain exceptions for states of emergency or for circumstances in which no accessible polling place in a particular area is available. In these cases, the Election Commissioner would be required to provide the impacted voters with an alternative accessible polling place or other means for casting a ballot upon advance request.

Kentucky: Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear vetoed a bill that received a late addition to outlaw ranked-choice voting in Kentucky. However, Beshear singled out another provision in House Bill 44 as the reason for the veto. That provision requires the Cabinet for Health and Family Services to annually furnish “lifetime Kentucky death records” to help the State Board of Elections clean up voter registration rolls. In his veto message, Beshear said “lifetime death records is not a real term used or understood by the Department of Vital Statistics, so such records cannot be supplied. Instead, the Cabinet for Health and Family Services already provides the State Board of Elections with monthly death records. Therefore, House Bill 44 is not necessary, as the existing policy already provides more information than the legislation.” The bill also requires the Administrative Office of the Courts to send a list of people who were excused from jury duty because they’re not U.S. citizens to the attorney general, the United States attorney of the appropriate jurisdiction and the State Board of Elections. The bill instructs the elections board to remove anyone on the list from the voter rolls within five days. Another provision prohibits the state from entering into any agreements that would require it to make efforts to register people to vote. The Senate adopted a committee substitute of the House bill that would outlaw ranked-choice voting, and the House concurred. However, several lawmakers objected that it was too early for Kentucky to ban ranked-choice voting.

Maryland: Gov. Wes Moore (D) signed legislation into law this week SB 480 and HB 585, which increases the maximum penalty for threatening to harm an election official or member of their immediate family. “Throughout our country, we have seen threats to our election officials continue to rise in an attempt to intimidate and undermine our Democracy, but this legislation will help ensure that we can recruit and retain election officials and election judges that uphold all laws and regulations that are safeguards to our electoral process,” said Maryland State Board of Elections Administrator Jared DeMarnis. Under the bill, conviction for making such threats is punishable by up to three years in jail and/or a maximum fine of $2,500. The new law takes effect June 1.

St. Clair County, Michigan: St. Clair County commissioners pushed through an election integrity resolution that one board member said was aimed to be a straightforward statement about boosting confidence in local voting systems. Steve Simasko, District 1 commissioner for the county board, said officials originally received a proposed resolution addressing concerns from the St. Clair County Republican Party, dated December of last year. But he said he’d found some of the nine-page document’s rhetoric too “verbose” and “incorrect from a legal standpoint.” So, instead, Simasko, who introduced the resolution, said a shorter one was drafted, just over two pages, encapsulating some of the broader election-related concerns — its statements describing support for existing local decentralized management of elections and transparency, as well as referencing an alleged erosion of public confidence with the use of some electronic voting methods. The original GOP resolution got much more detailed, referencing specific technologies and legal challenges in an outline of state and federal election concerns. Ultimately, the county board passed Simasko’s draft 6-1 with Commissioner Lisa Beedon, the body’s only Democrat, dissenting.

Minnesota: Only five cities have ranked choice voting for their local elections, but some state lawmakers want to give more communities that option. But only cities with charters can authorize ranked choice voting through ordinance or by voter referendum, which is only 1% of the cities in Minnesota, said DFL Secretary of State Steve Simon. Minneapolis, St. Paul, St. Louis Park, Bloomington and Minnetonka vote this way for their local officials. A bill that advanced in a House committee Tuesday would give more the greenlight to implement ranked choice voting.  Supporters say this gives voters more of a say in who their elected leaders are and forces candidates to appeal to a broader set of the electorate in order to win. Last fall there was an effort in Minnetonka to repeal ranked choice voting only two years after a majority of voters approved it; that measure failed. The legislation at the capitol would also set statewide standards for ranked choice voting, so cities don’t diverge in how they implement it. Christina Scipioni, the city clerk in Bloomington, said all five cities with ranked choice voting in Minnesota have differences in how they administer elections. Ranked choice voting only applies to local races, not state, federal or presidential contests.

Mississippi: This year, again, lawmakers spent months debating bills that would have brought back ballot initiatives. But the effort faltered for good last week.  A legislative deadline passed on April 2 that confirmed that all these bills are dead for the year. David Parker, a Republican senator who chairs a key committee, had indicated two weeks ago that the chamber was done considering the issue in 2024. As a result, Mississippi will spend at least one additional year with no initiatives, despite the state constitution’s promise that residents shall have a right to direct democracy. “We desperately need a citizen-driven process to put something on the ballot,” Charles Taylor, head of the Mississippi NAACP said. “Citizens being able to have the ability to exercise their rights, being able to impact law when possible, is crucial.” This year, Mississippi’s two legislative chambers each passed a bill to bring back initiatives. The House approved Concurrent Resolution 11 in January; it died in a Senate committee on Tuesday, which was the deadline for a bill originating in one chamber to get out of a committee in the other. The Senate, meanwhile, approved Senate Bill 2770 in March; a procedural motion killed it within days.

New Hampshire: New Hampshire town clerks would be empowered to pre-process absentee ballots ahead of elections under a bill that unanimously passed the Senate Friday.  Senate Bill 537 would allow clerks to examine the affidavits that voters send in as part of their absentee ballots and to check them for errors. Under the bill, that work could be done within three weeks of the elections. The bill would not allow those clerks to count the ballots or see voters’ choices. And the pre-processing dates would need to be posted for the public at least five days in advance.  Sponsored by Sen. Donna Soucy, a Manchester Democrat, the bill is meant to help alleviate an often-hectic environment for New Hampshire poll workers.  When voters cast absentee ballots, they do so with two envelopes. The outer envelope, known as the mailing envelope, contains another envelope known as  the affidavit envelope. That envelope contains the ballot. Absentee voters fill out an affidavit on the outside of the affidavit envelope. Under current law, election workers are not allowed to open the outer envelope until Election Day, meaning they are not allowed to review the voters’ affidavits ahead of time. That can create a backlog on voting day, and prevents town officials from alerting absentee voters ahead of time if there is an issue with their affidavit.

New Jersey: State Sen. Doug Steinhardt (R-District 23) has introduced legislation that would give voters an extra hour to go to the polls. Steinhardt has proposed that polling places for the primary and general elections be open until 9 p.m., an hour later than the current 8 p.m. closing time. The polls would still open at 6 a.m. “This legislation would provide voters with additional time to cast their ballots on election day and during early voting periods, resulting in more convenience and flexibility for evening voters,” Steinhardt said. “The right to vote is the cornerstone of our democracy and this legislation would help ensure that all voters can make their voices heard in our elections.”  The law would also add an hour to school board elections with minimum voting hours from 4 to 9 p.m. School boards would also have the option of opening polls at 6 a.m. The legislation would also extend the closing times for early voting sites by one hour for the primary and general elections. Designated early voting locations would be open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Municipal clerks’ offices would also be open an additional hour on Election Day to assist voters from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. In addition to polling hours, the bill would extend the time for which minors between 16 and 18 years of age, serving as poll workers, would be required to stop working. The current law states that these individuals are permitted to serve until 9 p.m., which would be extended one hour to 10 p.m. The bill has been referred to the Senate’s State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee.

Ohio: The House is considering a plan to more stringently scrutinize voter registration data and citizenship verification during Ohio’s elections. The proposed legislation, which has yet to be assigned to a committee, also focuses on security of individual voting machines and would require the state’s board of voting system examiners to contain a person with cybersecurity expertise and credentials. The examiner board would also develop cybersecurity standards, reviews and certification of all existing and new voting machines in the state. The Ohio Votes Count Act would also target increasing cyber security on all of the state’s voting machines and create a Cybersecurity Risk Management Framework that would require voting system vendors to comply. It would also monitor software supply chain integrity, develop security practices and look at voting system developments. Also, the legislation would increase resources for county boards of election to improve voter list maintenance and require the state auditor to conduct a yearly statewide audit of the voter registration database and three randomly selected counties.

Tennessee: Residents convicted of felonies can apply to vote again without restoring their gun rights under a bipartisan bill that faces some GOP skepticism as it advances late this session. The effort by Democratic Rep. Antonio Parkinson and Republican Sen. Paul Bailey to untangle the two rights has cleared early hurdles but several remain in the annual session’s expected final weeks. The proposal seeks to undo restrictions established in July, when election officials interpreted a state Supreme Court ruling as requiring people convicted of felonies to get their full citizenship rights restored by a judge, or show they were pardoned, before they can apply for reinstated voting rights. In January, the elections office confirmed that voting rights restoration would also require getting back gun rights. Since July, officials have approved 12 applications to restore voting rights and denied 135, according to the secretary of state’s office. In the seven months before, about 200 people were approved and 120 denied. The bill would allow a judge to restore someone’s right to vote separate from other rights, including those regarding guns, serving on a jury, holding public office and certain fiduciary powers. On Wednesday, a split House committee voted 8-6 to send the bill to a summer study before next year’s legislative session, effectively spiking it for 2024, barring some unusual move.

Legal Updates

Alabama: Civil, disability and voting rights organizations sued Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall, the state’s 42 District Attorneys, and Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen over the signing of SB1 into law. SB1 bans ballot harvesting, the act of collecting individual ballots, by an organization or individual person, and delivering them to a polling place or election office. The new law also provides criminal penalties to this act ranging from a Class A misdemeanor to a Class C felony for receiving payment for assisting in the distribution, filling out, delivering and ordering of absentee ballots applications. Gov. Kay Ivey signed the bill into law March 20, after supporting all actions to ban ballot harvesting during the State of the State address in February. The lawsuit was filed by Alabama State Conference of the NAACP, Greater Birmingham Ministries, League of Women Voters of Alabama and Alabama Disabilities Advocacy Program. “SB1 is part of a concerning trend of anti-voter state legislatures restricting equal access to the ballot for voters with disabilities. These laws specifically target the individuals and organizations that voters with disabilities depend on to access, complete, and cast an absentee ballot. The League of Women Voters is actively challenging these laws and is committed to fighting voter suppression nationwide,” said Celina Stewart, chief counsel at the League of Women Voters of the United States. The organizations are arguing that the law harms those who need assistance with their absentee ballot applications, especially voters with disabilities and voters who are Black, elderly, incarcerated and of low-literacy. Allen’s office said he is unable to comment at this time since the matter is a pending federal court litigation in the Northern District of Alabama. “I am dedicated to ensuring fair, secure and transparent elections,” Allen said in a previous statement. “SB1 provides Alabama voters with strong protection against activists who profit from the absentee elections process. I stand firm in my support of SB1 because now, under Alabama law, Alabama votes are not for sale.”

Arizona: Former candidate Abe Hamadeh is not entitled to a do-over of his trial in his bid to overturn his loss of the attorney general’s race, the Arizona Court of Appeals ruled this week. In a split decision, the three-judge panel noted that Hamadeh’s own attorney admitted to a judge that the evidence presented at his trial was insufficient to actually get a ruling that he had outpolled Democrat Kris Mayes. Appellate Judge David Gass, writing for the majority, acknowledged that Hamadeh later came back and claimed to have “newly discovered evidence” that should entitle him to a new trial. But Gass said that Hamadeh never really explained how any of this would have affected the final outcome to show that he lost to Mayes by 280 votes. The appellate court also said that Mohave County Superior Court Judge Lee Jantzen did not err in rejecting various requests by Hamadeh for information from Maricopa County, including a list of people who cast provisional ballots but whose votes were not counted. Here, too, Gass said Hamadeh failed either to act promptly or to show that any of this was relevant.

Arkansas: The Arkansas Supreme Court upheld a lower court’s dismissal of a lawsuit that argued voting machines do not comply with state law.  Arkansas Voter Integrity Initiative Inc. and its CEO Conrad Reynolds filed the lawsuit against Secretary of State John Thurston, the State Board of Election Commissioners and Election Systems and Software LLC in December 2022. A Pulaski County circuit judge dismissed AVII and Reynolds’ amended complaint for declaratory and injunctive relief last year.  The appellants argued that because voters can’t read barcodes on printed ballots and the voting machine tabulator only scans the barcodes, voters cannot verify their vote selections as required by Arkansas law. State law requires that voting machines permit voters to independently verify their ballots. Voters also must have the opportunity to change the ballot or correct an error before the ballot is cast. Writing for the majority, Associate Justice Courtney Rae Hudson pointed to testimony from Daniel Shults, former director of the State Board of Election Commissioners, that described how voters can review and change their votes on the machine prior to printing their ballot as justices’ reason for affirming the circuit court’s ruling.  “The voter-verification requirement in § 7-5-504 for the ‘voting machine’ is accomplished because the statute is not specific as to which device or step in the process that the ballot review must occur, as long as the voter has the opportunity,” according to the ruling.

California: Disability Rights Advocates has filed a lawsuit alleging that California’s vote-by-mail system excludes and discriminates against blind voters. The plaintiffs in the lawsuit were several individuals with visual impairments who normally vote either by mail with assistance or at in-person voting locations using accessible voting machines. Disability Rights Advocates, along with the plaintiffs, allege that California’s Vote-By-Mail program discriminates against blind individuals because it requires them to rely on an assistant to return their ballots, compromising the privacy and independence of their votes—a hallmark of voting in the United States. “The ability to vote independently should be a guaranteed right for all voters,” said Christopher Gray, a plaintiff in the lawsuit. “However, because California fails to employ a fully accessible system of voting, this is not a guarantee for blind voters and others with print disabilities like me who must forgo their independence and privacy when engaging in a fundamental part of the democratic process—voting.” Although certain voters with print disabilities who have access to the required technology may receive, read, and mark their ballots independently using their county’s remote accessible vote-by-mail (“RAVBM”) system, there currently is no option in California for them to privately and independently return their ballots. Some of the plaintiffs have had to miss out on the benefits of the Vote-by-Mail Program and instead have voted at an in-person voting location. Despite the additional burdens of needing to take time off work or paying for transportation, the lawsuit says that is currently the only voting method that allows them to vote privately and independently. To comply with the lawsuit, plaintiffs are asking California to provide voters with print disabilities with an accessible electronic method for returning their vote-by-mail ballots (“e-return”). Fortunately, California already has a system in place for that method: ballot return by fax. Fax-based ballot returns are already available to certain California military and overseas voters.

Georgia: When new U.S. citizens try to register to vote in Georgia, they still can’t cast a ballot until they get a new state ID or show papers to election officials. A federal trial began this week that will determine whether those obstacles violate the voting rights of immigrants who have already gone through the long process to become U.S. citizens. Defenders of Georgia’s registration laws say verification requirements are necessary to prevent noncitizen voting. Without verification, noncitizens could attempt to vote illegally, an attorney for the state said. An attorney for the state, Bryan Jacoutot, said election officials have an obligation to ensure that only citizens vote. The voter registration process requires extra steps for new U.S. citizens because federal immigration agencies don’t inform election officials when a resident earns citizenship. New citizens must either provide naturalization documents with their voter registration application, send papers to election offices, show citizenship information when they vote or present proof within three days of an election. They can also pay $32 to update their driver’s licenses to reflect that they have become U.S. citizens and then re-register to vote. There were roughly 4,000 Georgia voter registrations labeled as “pending” because of citizenship verification as of January, according to state records. 

Fulton County Superior Judge Scott McAfee rejected former President Donald Trump’s argument that the First Amendment shielded him from racketeering charges because his unfounded claims of widespread election fraud were political speech. McAffee ruled that the First Amendment doesn’t protect speech that is part of a crime – and that a jury must decide whether it was in Trump’s case. “The allegations that the Defendants’ speech or conduct was carried out with criminal intent are something only a jury can resolve,” McAfee wrote. Trump’s lawyer, Steve Sadow, had argued the charges should be dismissed because Trump was speaking about politics as president. Sadow argued that even if Trump made false statements as alleged in the indictment, he must be protected for a robust political debate.

Maryland: The town of Federalsburg settled a federal voting rights lawsuit by agreeing to apologize for its history of racism, committing to actions that acknowledge Black contributions to the town and promote reconciliation. The town also will pay $260,000 in legal fees by 2030 to the American Civil Liberties Union of Maryland, which brought the lawsuit. The organization hailed the agreement as a landmark victory. Through the Town’s public acknowledgment of its history of past racism, genuine expressions of regret, and by undertaking amends to bring healing to a community that has endured two centuries of racial oppression, officials and residents seize this opportunity to move beyond the wrongs of the past, and toward a new day of equity in Federalsburg,” Deborah A. Jeon, legal director for the ACLU of Maryland, said in a statement. As part of the agreement signed by Federalsburg Mayor Kimberly Abner, the town of about 2,800 people in Caroline County offered an apology, saying it “formally acknowledges responsibility and expresses its deep regret for actions and inactions contributing to racial discrimination and exclusion of Black residents, including its use of an election system that prevented any Black person from holding a position on the Town Council over 200 years. As officials of the Town, we accept moral accountability for the harms these actions inflicted upon Black residents, their families and ancestors before them.”

Michigan: U.S. District Court Judge Jane Beckering dismissed efforts by conservative state lawmakers to invalidate voter-initiated changes to Michigan election laws’, leaving absentee balloting and early voting rules in place for the fall presidential contest.Republican lawmakers who brought the suit are planning an appeal. Last fall, a group of 11 Michigan lawmakers led by Sen. Jonathan Lindsey, R-Allen, sued Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and state election officials, arguing that Proposal 3 of 2018 and Proposal 2 of 2022 should be invalidated because only the Legislature should be able to regulate the times, places and manner of federal elections. The two ballot initiatives brought no-reason absentee voting, in-person early voting and other election changes to Michigan, and both were supported by a wide majority of voters.  Attorneys for Whitmer, Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Elections Director Jonathan Brater moved to dismiss the case, noting that the Legislature has already codified in state law nearly all of the constitutional changes outlined in both ballot proposals. Beckering agreed, finding the GOP lawmakers lacked standing for the court to move forward in considering the suit.  As individual lawmakers, they failed to prove any specific injury to themselves that would warrant a federal court taking up the case, Beckering ruled in a 13–page opinion.  “Plaintiffs’ asserted injury — the deprivation of the power to cast a binding vote — is neither concrete nor particularized because it is shared by every single member of the Michigan Legislature,” Beckering wrote.

Nevada: Judge Cristina Silva dismissed a lawsuit aiming to block a new Nevada law that makes harassing election workers a felony. Silva ruled Monday that the plaintiffs failed to allege a credible threat of prosecution and ruled that an injury cannot be hypothetical. Four Nevada residents filed a federal lawsuit in June 2023 against the Election Worker Protection Act, which makes it a crime for any person to threaten, intimidate, coerce or use any act of violence against an election official with the intent to interfere in an election. Democratic Secretary of State Cisco Aguilar had spearheaded the legislation, Senate Bill 406, during the 2023 legislative session and Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo signed into law in May. The residents, who say they have worked as poll workers, argued that the new law is overbroad and vague and violates the First and 14th Amendments of the U.S. Constitution. Silva dismissed the lawsuit in October 2023, finding that the plaintiffs failed to allege a threat of “imminent, credible harm” sufficient to grant standing, but gave the plaintiffs the opportunity to file an amended complaint, which they did in November. On April 8, Silva ruled that the plaintiffs again failed to allege a credible threat of prosecution. She found that they failed to demonstrate a basis to suggest enforcement is likely and that past prosecution has occurred. Because she had already given the plaintiffs a chance to amend the complaint and did not produce “serviceable” allegations, she dismissed the complaint without the opportunity to amend.

New Jersey: County clerks withdrew from the appeal of a court order that bars the use of the county line in June’s Democratic primaries, a move cheered by progressive activists who have long charged that the county line provides an unfair advantage to some candidates. The withdrawals came after a federal appeals court on April 3 said it would not block the lower court’s order. The appeal will still move forward because one party is still challenging the order: the Camden County Democratic Committee. “The right to association and have that association clearly identified on the ballot is equally important to both the candidates and the political parties,” said the committee’s attorney, Bill Tambussi. A spokesperson for Rep. Andy Kim (D-03) — who is leading the federal challenge to the county line — declined to comment. In a letter filed with the appeals court Thursday, attorneys for Kim said they would not oppose the clerks’ motions to withdraw from the appeal. The clerks remain a part of Kim’s underlying lawsuit, which is ongoing.

New York:  A provision of the state’s election law is “an unconstitutional infringement” on residents’ right to vote, according to a local elected official, who pleaded to a Second Circuit panel to revive her suit challenging the rule. Grand Island, New York Town Clerk Patricia Frentzel, a Republican, claims that she was cost votes in the 2023 primary election by the supposedly unjust law. Joining Frentzel in the lawsuit is a group of Working Families Party voters, who say their votes for Frentzel were tossed because of it. The rule in question states that “a write-in ballot cast in a party primary for a candidate not enrolled in such party shall be void and not counted.” In addition to raising concerns of constitutionality, the plaintiffs claim that this rule could allow party leaders to manipulate the way votes are counted by, for example, booting a candidate out of the party prior to a primary. In this instance, the plaintiffs claim that voters wouldn’t be able to cast votes for the now-partyless candidate — doing so would void their ballot. But a lower court denied the plaintiffs’ request for preliminary injunction, finding that candidates like Frentzel have ample opportunities to get on any party’s ballot, despite the provision. Additionally, it found that the potential burdens are justified by the state’s interest in preventing party raiding, a practice in which blocs of voters swap between parties to manipulate election outcomes. On April 4, the plaintiffs asked a panel of Second Circuit judges to revive their suit, claiming that the law denies them a number of constitutional rights.

Jacob Wohl and Jack Burkman must pay up to $1.25 million in fines after they were found liable for launching a robocall campaign designed to keep Black New Yorkers from voting in the 2020 election, New York Attorney General Letitia James announced this week. Wohl and Burkman were found liable last March of orchestrating a robocall campaign that reached about 5,500 predominantly Black New Yorkers in the summer of 2020. Targeted voters received automated calls — purportedly from a “civil rights organization” founded by Wohl and Burkman called “Project 1599” — that sought to dissuade them from mail-in voting. The messages included false warnings that mail-in voting would cause their personal information to be given to police departments and credit card companies. Under a settlement agreement, Wohl and Burkman must pay a $1 million judgment to the New York attorney general’s office, the National Coalition on Black Civic Participation and the individual plaintiffs who were harmed by their scheme. All three groups together filed a lawsuit against Wohl and Burkman in 2021.

Pennsylvania: Voting rights organizations are trying to convince a larger group of federal appellate judges that the state shouldn’t be allowed to reject mail ballots that lack a proper date on their return envelopes. The plaintiffs, led by the NAACP, are appealing a March 27 ruling from a three-judge panel of the 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals and are seeking an opinion from the full court. A favorable outcome for the NAACP could prevent thousands of mail ballots from going uncounted this November, but it would not happen in time for the April 23 primary, the plaintiffs’ lawyers said. The panel’s 2-1 ruling found that a Pennsylvania law requiring mail voters to handwrite a date on the return envelope did not violate a provision of the 1964 Civil Rights Act that’s meant to protect voters from being disenfranchised. Marian Schneider, senior voting rights policy counsel at the ACLU of Pennsylvania, which is representing the plaintiffs, said the appeals court panel got the case wrong by narrowly interpreting the federal statute at issue as applying only to the voter registration process. “It cannot be that Congress meant for it to apply only to registration,” she said “Because the absurdity of that result is that you have people apply to register, but then after you register them, you can disenfranchise them for some immaterial errors.”

South Dakota: Judge Douglas Hoffman has ruled that South Dakota Canvassing Group, an elections integrity group, can’t prevail in a new lawsuit seeking voting records because the matter was already substantially litigated in a prior lawsuit. During the one-hour hearing, Hoffman challenged South Dakota Canvassing’s lawyer, Steve Haugaard, to convince him why the latest lawsuit shouldn’t be dismissed based on res judicata – the legal doctrine that something can’t be re-litigated once it’s been judged on its merits. The loss on procedural grounds prevented Haugaard and South Dakota Canvassing Group from presenting evidence or witnesses about why the records they are seeking can be released under South Dakota public record laws. The first lawsuit, which was an appeal of an Office of Hearing Examiner decision, was dismissed in June. While that legal challenge was ongoing, South Dakota Canvassing Group made another request for voting machine records. 

U.S. Virgin Islands: Officials at the Board of Elections are asking the Justice Department to challenge a recent ruling by the District Court. In that ruling, Chief District Judge Robert Molloy declared some local election laws unconstitutional. The January ruling from Molloy voided eight provisions of the Virgin Islands Code, Title 18. Those sections were challenged by lawyers representing the Republican National Committee and members of the Republican Party of the Virgin Islands. Title 18 governs the way elections are carried out in the territory. Elections Supervisor Caroline Fawkes, head of the Election Systems of the Virgin Islands, and the Virgin Islands Board of Elections were the named defendants in the case. In the opinion issued prior to his judgment, Molloy cited claims by Republicans that portions of  Title 18 violated their First Amendment right to free association. “Plaintiffs claim that the said statutes impermissibly infringe their right to association by allowing Defendants control of matters concerning internal party operations,” the judge said. In the judgment that followed, Molloy declared Title 18, Sections 232, 303 (a) – (c ); a portion of Section 304, Section 305, 306 (a), 307, and 342 unconstitutional. The board approved a motion to ask Attorney General Ian Clement to challenge Molloy’s ruling. To do so, Clement would bring the case before the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit.

Opinions This Week

National Opinions: Confidence in elections | Protecting election officials | Funding | Vote by mail | Election disputes | Federal legislation | Voter fraud | Election fraud  

Alabama: Election security 

Arizona: Misinformation 

Florida: Ballot counting 

Indiana: Poll workers 

Maryland: Vote by mail | Litigation | Poll workers 

Michigan: List maintenance | Early voting;

Mississippi: Jim Crow Laws 

Nevada: Civic engagement 

New Jersey: Ranked choice voting | Ballot design 

North Carolina: Conspiracy theories | Ballot rejections 

Pennsylvania: Primaries | Ballot counting | Misinformation | Vote by mail

South Carolina: Protecting election officials 

Utah: Voter fraud 

Upcoming Events

After the Voting is Over: Counting, Results Reporting, Recounts (and More): It’s full steam ahead to 2024’s general election. What are lawmakers and election administrators thinking about now to prepare? Find out in this four-part series, hosted  by the National Conference of State Legislatures in partnership with the U.S. Election Assistance Commission. We’ll focus on the elections workforce; counting and recounts and more post-voting work; the voters’ perspectives and voter confidence. The election doesn’t end when the polls close. Counting (and confirming the count) comes next—along with reporting results and, sometimes, recounts. Join us for the second installment of NCSL’s four-part webinar series on election administration to learn about what happens after voting is over. U.S. Election Assistance Commissioner Donald Palmer will consider how all states address these tasks that ensure accurate and verifiable results. When: April 12, 2pm Eastern. Where: Online. 

U.S. Election Assistance Commission Annual Board Meetings – The U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC) will hold two annual board meetings at the Fontaine Hotel in Kansas City, Missouri. The Standards Board will hold its annual meeting on April 17 and 18. The Board of Advisors will hold its annual meeting on April 18 and 19. The boards will join for combined panels on the morning of the 18th. During the Standards Board Annual Meeting, members will discuss communications, lessons from the presidential primaries, the impact of artificial intelligence on elections and mitigation tactics, and preparing for the general election. The Standards Board consists of 55 state election officials selected by their respective chief state election official and 55 local election officials selected through a process supervised by the chief state election official. As part of the Board of Advisors Annual Meeting, members will learn about EAC agency developments, ethical standards for election administration, discuss elections administration in 2024, and more. The Board of Advisors is a 35-member board composed of representatives from various EAC stakeholder associations, federal government agencies, and Congress.  These meetings will not be live streamed but are open for the public to join in person. Media and members of the public interested in attending in person can register on the Standards Board Annual Meeting registration page and on the Board of Advisors Annual Meeting registration page. When: April 17-19. Where: Kansas City, Missouri

The Misinformation and Disinformation Idea-thon: Help Solve a Major Societal Problem—Bring Your Ideas to Fight Misinformation and Disinformation Misinformation and disinformation pose a significant threat to democracy. They are spread by authoritarian state actors and malign non-state actors bent on undermining and damaging free and liberty-loving republics. Unfortunately, most solutions come internally from social media platforms or rest with governments to devise. A new grassroots strategy is needed: bottom-up rather than top-down. That is why R Street Institute and George Mason University are holding an Idea-thon to address the problem and find new solutions. Teams will form to attack misinformation and disinformation from four tracks: government, business/technology, nonprofit, and education. Winning teams will receive prizes. Examples of work products include new legislation and regulations, a business plan for a tech start-up, a mobile app, an academic course, or a new nonprofit. Be creative! Software developers are needed, but no computer science skills are necessary to participate. Just bring your best ideas for combating misinformation and disinformation. When: April 20. Where: Fairfax, Virginia

Election Center Special Workshop: The Election Center will hold a Special Workshop in Portland, Oregon with a focus on state trainings, certifications and conferences. Covered topics will include AI and election management, training new employees,  working with interns, volunteers and law students, executive staffing and working with the Legislature. There will also be presentations by the U.S. Elections Assistance Commission and CISA. The workshops will kick off with a tour of the Multnomah County elections office. Additionally several CERA classes will be held in conjunction with the workshop. When: April 24-28. Where: Portland, Oregon.

The High Cost of Public Service: Threats are part of the disturbing new reality of American politics. While abuse directed at federal officeholders grabs the headlines, a new Brennan Center report reveals that intimidation aimed at state and local officials is distressingly common: 43 percent of state legislators, for example, have experienced threats within the past three years.  In addition to menacing public servants and their families, these threats have serious repercussions for representative democracy. Officeholders report being less willing to work on contentious issues like reproductive rights and gun control and more reluctant to continue serving. Additionally, intimidation is often targeted at groups already underrepresented in government, such as women and people of color. Panelists Gowri Ramachandran, deputy director of the Brennan Center’s Democracy Program, Florida State Rep. Anna Eskamani, and former Nevada State Assemblymember Tom Roberts will be joined by moderator Deirdre Walsh of NPR. New York State Attorney General Letitia James, who herself has experienced threats of violence, will also deliver remarks. Where: April 30, 3pm Eastern. Where: Online

Disinformation, Elections & Democracy:  Election Day 2024 will be one of the most consequential in U.S. history, and disinformation campaigns loom large in influencing millions of Americans on what’s really at stake when they head to polls this fall. Journalists across the country must be prepared with the skills to pre- and debunk conspiracy theories, misinformation, and more — well before Nov. 5. Join the National Press Club Journalism Institute for a practical look at current tactics used by disinformation specialists to disrupt the 2024 election and what journalists can do to counter them. This virtual session, will empower journalists with the tools to challenge election-specific disinformation and lies with tact and authority while respecting audiences who may be vulnerable to such campaigns.Participants will learn: The most prevalent current election disinformation tactics: What they are and how to counter them; How election administration and other public officials are addressing disinformation tactics with the public; How news organizations have found success in halting the spread of lies; and How to talk about disinformation in ways that instill trust among communities traditionally underserved by mainstream media Confirmed speakers include: Tina Barton, senior elections expert, Committee for Safe and Secure Elections; Yael Eisenstat, senior fellow at Cybersecurity for Democracy and PEN America consultant; Christine Fernando, democracy reporter, Associated Press; Sheera Frenkel, technology reporter for the New York Times; and Chad Lorenz, editor-in-chief, VoteBeat. This program is part of the Institute’s four-part training series focused on ethics in the age of disinformation. The series, produced in part with funding from the Inasmuch Foundation, is designed to provide tools and best practices to support ethical, trustworthy journalism. When: May 1. Where: Online

Focus on the Voters: It’s full steam ahead to 2024’s general election. What are lawmakers and election administrators thinking about now to prepare? Find out in this four-part series, hosted  by the National Conference of State Legislatures in partnership with the U.S. Election Assistance Commission. We’ll focus on the elections workforce; counting and recounts and more post-voting work; the voters’ perspectives and voter confidence.  Who are the most important people in an election? The voters. In the third installment of NCSL’s four-part webinar series on election administration, U.S. Election Assistance Commissioner Tom Hicks will address questions voters often ask and how states “get out the information” to voters. He’ll cover how states ensure the right to vote for people with disabilities and citizens living abroad (military and otherwise). When: May 10, 2pm Eastern. Where: Online. 

ESRA 2024 Conference: The 8th Annual Summer Conference on Election Science, Reform, and Administration (ESRA) will be held in person from May 16-17, 2024 at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, California. Call for Proposals The 2024 conference Call for Proposals is now open through February 16! Learn more about this year’s conference and submit your proposal here. Registration: Registration to attend the 2024 conference has not yet opened. To hear the news first when it does, please sign up to join our mailing list. When: May 16-17. Where: Los Angeles

Voter Confidence: What Can Move the Needle: It’s full steam ahead to 2024’s general election. What are lawmakers and election administrators thinking about now to prepare? Find out in this four-part series, hosted  by the National Conference of State Legislatures in partnership with the U.S. Election Assistance Commission. We’ll focus on the elections workforce; counting and recounts and more post-voting work; the voters’ perspectives and voter confidence.  Voter confidence is top of mind for elections stakeholders this cycle. In the final part of NCSL’s spring webinar series, U.S. Election Assistance Commissioner Christy McCormick will delve into state policies that can increase voter confidence. Perfecting processes and procedures comes first: clarifying all policies before the first vote is cast; cleaning voter lists; adopting strong chain-of-custody procedures for ballots and equipment; updating emergency plans; using pre- and post-election audits; and more. The next job is to ensure all that good technical work is transparent and communicated well to voters and the public. When: June 14, 2pm Eastern. Where: Online.

Job Postings This Week

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Advocacy Campaign Strategist, Elections and Government Program, The Brennan Center– The Elections and Government Program is looking to hire an experienced campaign strategist. The Advocacy Campaign Strategist position reports to the DC-based Deputy Director of the Elections and Government Program. Responsibilities: Contribute to planning and execution of advocacy campaigns to achieve Elections and Government Program goals, including: Provide project management, organization, logistical solutions, and administrative support, as needed. Identify tools and methods to increase effectiveness and efficiency of team’s work. Coordinate communications between program staff and internal/external stakeholders. Engage in field advocacy, including: Participate in coalition meetings, convenings, briefings. Develop and maintain productive relationships with election officials, grassroots allies, civic partners, government staff, elected officials, and other outside stakeholders. Identify and create opportunities to advance program goals in the field, as well as to improve the program’s advocacy with learning and perspectives from the field. Conceive and execute advocacy products, such as blog posts, digital media products, public comments, FAQs, and other assets, in collaboration with communications colleagues where appropriate, with focus on broadening and increasing partner engagement with program’s work. Contribute research and writing for policy and empirical research reports that will form the basis of advocacy campaigns. Contribute to program’s media and public education work, including strategy, talking points, and speaking engagements. Help to train new program support staff, including program associates, and serve as their first point of advice on routine matters. Application: For the complete job listing and to apply, click here. 

Counsel, Elections and Government Program (Research and Policy), The Brennan Center– The fight for a more secure, responsive, and equitable democracy has never been more urgent. The Brennan Center seeks a talented attorney to join its team in the Elections and Government Program, working primarily on empirical research and policy advocacy around campaign finance and related money in politics issues (for examples of the type of work this position would do, please see here, here, and here), with opportunities to work on a range of other matters that are the focus of the program’s work. The Brennan Center’s methods include legislative and policy advocacy, legal and empirical research and writing, litigation, media communications, and public education. This is an in-person position based in New York City or Washington, D.C. It will require occasional travel. This position will report to the directors of the Elections and Government program, and work under the supervision/in close collaboration with a senior attorney who leads campaign finance research initiatives. Responsibilities Include: Designing and executing empirical research projects involving campaign finance and similar data, in collaboration with social scientists and other researchers. Advocacy, sometimes through work in coalitions, to change policies and laws at the local, state, and federal levels. Authoring and otherwise supporting the preparation of written work (including articles, opinion pieces, speeches, reports, policy proposals, and organizational materials), with opportunities for named authorship. Public speaking and other representation of the Brennan Center in meetings and other interactions with external stakeholders, including government officials, allies, donors, and the media. Legal strategy, research, and writing. Helping to supervise and mentor junior lawyers, program associates, and legal and undergraduate interns. Taking on special projects and other duties as assigned. Application: For the complete job listing and to apply, click here. 

Cybersecurity Junior Analyst, Palm Beach County, Florida– The Cybersecurity Junior Analyst is responsible for monitoring the organization’s log aggregation tools and triage suspicious activity or detection alerts generated by the security controls implemented within the Supervisor of Elections Office network environment. Additionally, this position will serve as the first line of defense and response for identified security events in accordance with the Information Security Policy, and cybersecurity procedures. Candidate must be organized and personable with a great attitude, be able to work well in a team environment, calmly respond to identified security incidents, and meet deadlines under pressure. Excellent work ethic, including consistent performance, integrity, reliability, and attendance, is a must. Candidate must be detail-oriented and understand the importance of security and safety for all. Must be available 24/7 365, be able to handle simultaneous projects, be a self-starter, and remain informed on emerging threats and technologies. Application: For the complete job listing and to apply, click here. 

Deputy Director, Swain County, North Carolina– The Swain County Board of Elections is now hiring for its Deputy Director of Elections position. An employee in this position performs clerical functions, voter registration procedures, and other election-related tasks in the daily operations of the Swain County Board of Elections, as may be assigned by the Director or Chair/members of the Board of Elections. This position is open until filled. Desirable Experience and Training: 1. Graduation from high school/GED or higher. 2. Considerable experience in one of the following fields: elections, public administration, clerical work involving public contact, or another field related to this position. OR 1. An equivalent combination of education and experience. Located in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains, Swain County is an excellent place to live and work and is a popular destination for tourists across the Southeast. It contains nearly half of America’s most-visited national park and is home to the Nantahala Outdoor Center, Fontana Lake, and the vibrant communities of Bryson City and Cherokee. Apply to join us today! Salary: $38,850 – $51,445 per year. Application: For the complete job listing and to apply, click here.  

Director Board of Elections/Voter Registration, Bucks County, Pennsylvania— Are you ready to play a pivotal role in the election processes in Bucks County, the fourth largest county in the State of Pennsylvania? Are you committed to ensuring the efficient and accurate administration of elections while also maintaining the integrity of vital records of 470,992 registered voters? If so, we invite you to consider the role of Director of the Bucks County Board of Elections/Voter Registration. The Board of Elections office is at the heart of our community’s election governance, overseeing critical functions that impact every Bucks County resident. As a member of our team, you will collaborate with a dedicated group of 20 full-time and 40+ seasonal part-time employees, working under the direction of the Board of Elections/Voter Registration Director. Bucks County has an excellent benefits package including medical, vision, dental, and prescription as well as an employer-matched retirement program. Bucks County is a wonderful community to live, work, and play and is uniquely located along the I-95 Corridor. Directs operation of the offices of Board of Elections, Voter Registration, and Voting Machines. This includes planning and conducting elections, voter registration management, and ensuring compliance with election laws and regulations. The Director is responsible for training election staff, overseeing technological security measures to safeguard voting integrity as well as creating an annual budget. Communicates election information to the Board of Elections, County administration, and the public. Addresses any issues or concerns that may arise during the election process. Application: For the complete job listing and to apply, click here.

Elections and Democracy Fellow, Center for Democracy & Technology– The Elections and Democracy Fellow will contribute to the organization’s work across these issues, particularly focusing on threats to the online information environment. The position requires a combination of research and advocacy skills to respond to emerging issues. Responsibilities: Conducting research on key issues impacting the information environment around elections, in order to raise awareness about vulnerabilities, highlight best practices, and develop/disseminate recommendations for generative AI companies, social media platforms, election officials, political campaigns, and other actors. Authoring policy papers, reports, blog posts, and similar materials. Engaging directly with technology companies to develop best practices and policy recommendations. Serving as a resource to federal and state governments and political campaigns as they enact new policies and practices on the use of generative AI in political advertising and campaigning. Coordinating advocacy efforts with other civil society organizations that have a shared interest in elections and democracy and the online information environment. Assisting with tracking and analyzing federal and state proposals to regulate generative AI and other elections-related legislation. Convening and engaging with technical experts, election vendors, election officials, voting and democracy advocates, academics and other stakeholders working on issues within the project’s scope. Supporting research, preparation, and operationalization of trainings for election officials and other stakeholders. Collaborating with CDT’s teams focused on free expression/online platform governance; technology & disability rights; AI governance, and consumer privacy; as well as CDT’s Research team and non-resident Research Fellows. Salary $65K-$105K. Application: For the complete job listing and to apply, click here.   

Elections Compliance Officer, Pima County, Arizona— Are you an experienced professional specializing in elections? The Pima County Elections Department is looking for you! Join our team and bring your expertise to the forefront of our mission. Your background in city, county, state, or federal agencies, coupled with your in-depth knowledge of election processes, will make you an invaluable asset. Be a part of our dedicated team, shaping policies, and ensuring the integrity of our electoral system while making a lasting impact on our community. If you’re ready for a rewarding challenge, apply today! (Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s needs and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor) Independently plans, coordinates, monitors and participates in administrative and operational activities required to maintain compliance with state and federal election regulations; Verifies department director and staff operate within full compliance regarding any and all applicable legal regulations and timelines; Maintains a listing of legally required deadlines for the unit via a cyclical timeline; Manages campaign finance, including correspondence for late filings and violations; ensures candidate filing compliance, including challenges; Ensures federal and state voting equipment compliance; Responds to public records requests; Assures separation of duty compliance required by Pima County; Completes periodic compliance audits and provides findings with recommendations to the Director and Deputy Director; Prepares requisite drafts of new procedures or processes for preclearance by regulatory agencies in compliance with state or federal laws or other regulatory requirements;  Coordinates the compilation and submission of required reports to regulatory agencies; Ensures Department compliance with all poll worker regulations; Determines Department compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) with respect to facilities utilized in the elections process; Assists with grant requests; Develops and maintains public feedback tracking systems to capture voter complaints and concerns, allocate them to the appropriate division for resolution and record actions taken to rectify issues identified. Salary: $57,607 – $63,367. Application: For the complete job listing and to apply, click here.

Elections Coordinator, Buncombe County, North Carolina– The purpose of this position is to plan, coordinate, and administer assigned elections program or service area to support the strategic direction of the department and organization by connecting community participants to election services. Supervisory/Leadership Responsibilities: Provide training and lead worker support through motivation, direction, review, and feedback of assigned tasks. Essential Functions of the Position: Organize and manage day-to-day activities of assigned elections program area to ensure program objectives are met; ensure compliance in accordance with all federal, state, and local regulatory standards, ordinances, laws, and requirements. Participate in the recommendation, assignment, training, direction, and success of seasonal poll workers and other seasonal staff. Design, deliver, and/or facilitate trainings, program outreach, and educational sessions to expand knowledge of services; develop content, materials, and necessary supporting documentation. Effectively administer software tools and systems to manage program; synthesize and analyze program data, design/develop reports and ensure accurate and timely reporting. Act as the liaison and conduit between key shareholders, the community, and the department to convey relevant information and ensure effective collaboration; participate in meetings, presentations, trainings, and outreach as needed. Manage budget for assigned elections program including coordinating, processing, and recording financial and budget information and transactions. Identify opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures; identify resource needs; review with appropriate management staff; implement improvements. Perform other related duties as assigned. Salary: $28.65 – $40.11. Deadline: April 19. Application: For the complete job listing and to apply, click here. 

Elections Equipment/Operations Analyst, Jackson County, North Carolina— This position performs intermediate skilled technical and operational support work assisting the Director with planning, directing, coordinating, and supervising the elections process. Duties and Responsibilities: Assists in Implementing changing election laws, coordinating elections, and supervising activities of the office. Oversees set up of One-Stop voting sites and network. Sets up all E-poll books according to polling place. Assists in machine logic and accuracy. Administers Campaign Reporting schedule. Provides requested information such as registration analysis, voting analysis, lists of precinct officials, precinct locations, precinct political committees, and campaign reports to the various candidates, campaign committees, party chairs, news media, and the general public. Provides requested information   regarding the North Carolina Campaign Reporting Act to prospective candidates, candidates, elected officials, media, and the general public, provides and notices of required reports to Candidates. Assists with audits submitted campaign reports, reviews, and verifies records to ensure that required information is provided and correct. Assists with polling sites database. Prepares campaign reports for public viewing. Assists with planning for and coordinating all early voting site, including the set up and close out of all sites.  Assists in training of one-stop workers.  Assists in canvassing the returns of all elections. Explains policies, laws, rules, regulations, and procedures to the public and other inquiring parties. Assists with voter registration verification procedures. Assists in ADA compliance and Campaign zones at polling places. Assists in processing and verifying petitions. Assists in preparing and conducting elections. Assists with state reporting requirements. Interacts with elected officials, candidates, the North Carolina Campaign Reporting Office, the general public, and the media. Performs other related job duties as assigned. Salary: $40,694. Application: For the complete job listing and to apply, click here.

Elections Investigations Lead (Compliance Specialist 3), Oregon Secretary of State’s Office– In this role, you will help enforce Oregon election laws and rules by investigating complaints and requests for investigation. This is accomplished in part by, but not limited to: Reviewing investigation requests/complaints alleging possible violations of Oregon election laws/rules; Evaluating and determining whether the division should proceed with an investigation; Establishing team workload and prioritization of cases; Conducting thorough investigations into possible violations; Recommending Division action and outcome of cases; Assessing civil penalties for non-compliance with Oregon election laws/rules; and Maintaining internal program-related standard operating procedures. Salary: $5,736 – $8,811. Deadline: April 24. Application: For the complete job listing and to apply, click here. 

Elections Operation Manager, Pima County, Arizona— Pima County Elections Department is actively seeking a highly qualified candidate with a unique blend of skills and experience to join our team as an Elections Operations Manager. The ideal candidate brings extensive expertise in voting equipment and e-poll books, ensuring the seamless functioning of critical election infrastructure. Your familiarity with online inventory systems will be instrumental in maintaining accurate and efficient inventory management. Additionally, your proven ability to collaborate with political parties and high-ranking officials sets you apart. Your past interactions with these stakeholders have showcased your exceptional communication and diplomacy skills, essential in the realm of elections. If you’re ready to leverage your expertise and contribute to the democratic process, we encourage you to apply. Join us in shaping the future of elections, where your skills and experience will make a significant impact. This classification is in the unclassified service and is exempt from the Pima County Merit System Rules. Duties/Responsibilities: (Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s needs and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.) Develops program goals, objectives, policies, and procedures, and establishes short- and long-range program performance plans subject to management review; Manages and administers program activities and evaluates program effectiveness and success; Manages the activities of professional staff and evaluates their performance; Develops, negotiates, monitors, and administers contracts, intergovernmental agreements, and/or financial and service agreements for the program managed; Monitors program contract compliance and takes corrective action as required; Performs as a program representative within the community, delivers informational news releases, serves as a program contact person, and participates in community awareness activities; Develops and maintains effective working relationships and coordinates program activities with other County departments, public and private agencies, organizations and groups to promote the program and its goals; Analyzes local, state and federal legislation and ensures program compliance with applicable regulations and policies; Directs organizational and management studies for the purpose of identifying problems and alternative solutions to the problems; Develops, writes and administers the program’s annual budget, prepares program-related financial forecasts, and identifies funding sources to support program activities; Reviews and analyzes routine and special reports detailing the status and/or success of the program, prepares recommendations, and/or initiates corrective action; Evaluates management problems and makes decisions regarding the proper course of action; May make recommendations to the Board of Supervisors regarding program objectives; May direct the preparation and submission of proposals and grant applications; May access or maintain specialized databases containing program-specific information to review information or generate reports. Salary: $57,607 – $63,367. Application: For the complete job listing and to apply, click here.

Elections Technician II, Pima County, Arizona— Participates in the supervision and training of elections personnel and the administration of elections activity. Duties/Responsibilities: Supervises and participates in activities involved in inventory control, ordering, receipt, delivery, and storage of election equipment and supplies; Researches election laws and regulations and prepares reports regarding impact on County election procedures; Supervises the preparation of the ballot order; Participates in preparing forms; Receives and files nomination forms; Assists in generating signature requirements necessary for the candidate or proposition to be placed on the ballot; Supervises and coordinates requisite training of election office and warehouse personnel; Coordinates the transportation and delivery of voting machines, supplies and equipment to polling places; Makes minor adjustments to voting machines to ensure functionality and operability prior to use by the public; Demonstrates voting machine operation and explains voting procedures to the public and elections workers; Participates in updating precinct and district maps; Assists State and local agencies in administering election activities; Participates in coordinating elections activities with other government agencies or departments; Assists in the training of subordinate and volunteer staff. Salary: Hiring Range: $19.14 – $22.49/hr. Application: For the complete job listing and to apply, click here.

Elections Technology Specialist, McLennan County, Texas– Under supervision of the Elections Administrator, the Elections Technology Specialist performs complex and technical duties related to activities in overseeing the County’s voting equipment by creating each election’s ballot using ballot origination software, programing and testing the County’s voting equipment with each elections ballot, processing and scanning returned mail-in ballots with the Ballot Board, and maintaining the County’s voting equipment after each election. Salary: $19.92 – $31.72 Hourly. Deadline: June 20. Application: For the complete job listing and to apply, click here. 

Executive Director– The American Council of Election Technology (ACET), a national, nonpartisan trade association of the leading providers of election technology solutions, is currently conducting a search for a dynamic, well-connected, hard-working election professional who loves this field and the people in it, to serve as ACET’s Executive Director to work with the group under contract throughout the remainder of calendar year 2024. (For 2025 and beyond, this position will be contracted annually from January through December.) Please see our detailed LinkedIn post for more information. If you are interested in discussing this exciting opportunity, please inbox Michelle Shafer on LinkedIn (Michelle is currently consulting with ACET to help coordinate this search.) or send a resume and cover letter to ACET at info@techforelections.vote. The American Council of Election Technology (ACET) is a national, nonpartisan trade association of the leading providers of election technology solutions. Thousands of jurisdictions across the United States rely on our members’ products and services to advance democracy. ACET members provide voters with the means to cast their ballots with confidence that their votes will be accurately recorded and protected. Their technologies and services help state and local officials print ballots, check-in voters, tabulate votes, and report and audit election results. Current ACET Member Companies are: Election Systems & Software, Hart InterCivic, MicroVote, Runbeck Election Services, Smartmatic, Unisyn Voting Solutions, VOTEC Corporation. Application: For the complete job listing and to apply, click here. 

Field Operations Coordinator, Hays County, Texas– Reporting directly to Election Network Engineer, responsible for overseeing the inventory, distribution, maintenance, warehouse storage, and logistics of all equipment, voting ballots, and department assets for Hays County Elections Department. Responsible for identifying and reserving polling sites including overseeing the coordination of all polling site compliance and usage. Ensures polling locations follow the Texas Election Code for early voting and election day. Oversees the day-to-day tasks of the election technicians’ program. Salary: $46,378 – $50,678. Annually Application: For the complete job listing and to apply, click here. 

Field Services Engineer, Syracuse, New York– Our nation’s elections are being challenged like never before, and the elections industry has historically stifled innovation to improve voting technology. As the first newcomer in the industry in the last 30 years, Clear Ballot rises to the challenge with a simple goal: Let’s create technology that empowers our customers to improve democracy. We are seeking a dedicated Field Service Engineer to provide exceptional on-site support and technical services to our clients. In this critical role, you will ensure that our election technology operates flawlessly, safeguarding the integrity of the voting process. This is a remote position with up to 70% travel, especially during election cycles, to deliver hands-on assistance and expertise nationwide. Key Responsibilities: Install, configure, and maintain Clear Ballot election systems at customer sites, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Conduct comprehensive training sessions for customers, empowering them to effectively use our technology. Provide immediate on-site technical support during pre-election, election day, and post-election activities, resolving any issues to prevent disruptions. Perform regular system maintenance and updates, minimizing downtime and ensuring continued compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with engineering and product teams to report field observations and contribute to product improvements. Develop and maintain strong customer relationships, providing exceptional service and support. Manage logistics and prepare for deployments, ensuring all necessary equipment and materials are available on-site. Application: For the complete job listing and to apply, click here. 

GIS Specialist, Palm Beach County, Florida– The GIS Specialist position requires technical level aptitude involving geospatial data management, analysis, and cartography using Geographic Information Systems (GIS). The position is responsible for the successful creation, maintenance and update of complex database information and support of GIS projects and initiatives. Perform GIS data development activities, including developing and updating GIS databases from hard copy maps, site plans, existing electronic data sets, and GPS (Global Positioning System). Identifies and accounts for differences in map projections and overlay of information from different sources. Duties include establishing, implementing and maintaining standards and procedures for database management, development and documentation. Develops map layouts, web accessible maps and logistics maps. Maintain data synchronization between GIS and Voter Registration System.  Must have proficient computer skills, knowledge of relational databases, ability to handle simultaneous multiple projects and be a self-starter. Application: For the complete job listing and to apply, click here. 

Operations Associate, NASED– A part-time (approximately 20 hours per week), fully remote, Operations Associate for a small nonpartisan, nonprofit membership association. Reporting to the Executive Director, this new role will support all the organization’s operational needs. The responsibilities of this position will include, but are not limited to, the following: Help update and maintain website content; Help maintain NASED’s social media presence, including developing content and creating basic graphics; Work with NASED’s controller on monthly financial reports and with the auditor and accountant on annual reports and filings; Monitor and assist with responses to inquiries sent to NASED’s shared inboxes; Maintain organization distribution lists; Assist with scheduling Board and Committee meetings; Assist with conference planning, including developing the conference website via the conference management platform, creating and proofing materials, planning activities, and budgeting; Support the execution of two national conferences per year; Create and send annual invoices to organization members and Corporate Affiliate members; and Other duties and special projects as assigned. This position is part-time and fully remote, but the candidate must live in the United States. Travel to support NASED’s Winter and Summer conferences is required (approximately 10 days per year). This position reports to NASED’s Executive Director. This role does not supervise any staff. Application: For the complete job listing and to apply, click here. 

Physical Security Specialist, Palm Beach County, Florida– This position is responsible for administration of the physical security programs in a manner consistent with Supervisor of Elections Office policies, procedures, quality standards, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations. These programs include conducting facility security risk assessments, assisting with access control, monitoring alarms and CCTV systems, and providing security related training. Must be organized and personable with a great attitude, be able to work well in a team environment, and meet deadlines under pressure. Excellent work ethic, including consistent performance, integrity, reliability, and attendance, is a must. Candidate must be detail-oriented and understand the importance of security and safety for all. Must be available 24/7 365, be able to handle simultaneous projects, and be a self-starter. Application: For the complete job listing and to apply, click here. 

Precinct Manager, North Charleston, South Carolina— Are you passionate about democracy and civic engagement? Join us as a Precinct Manager at the Board of Elections and play a pivotal role in ensuring smooth and efficient elections! Welcome to the Board of Voter Registration and Elections, where we are not just an agency, but a dynamic force committed to excellence in democracy. As an award-winning organization, we pride ourselves on our relentless pursuit of improvement to better serve the voters in our community. A major way this is done is through the recruitment and management of those who serve as poll managers. At the heart of our mission is an unyielding dedication to organizing elections with precision, fairness, and strict adherence to the law. Salary: $64,209 – $84,146. Application: For the complete job listing and to apply, click here.

Registration & Elections Manager, DeKalb County, Georgia– The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Manages, directs, and evaluates assigned staff; develops and oversees employee work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and control; compiles and reviews timesheets; approves/processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate; assists with or completes employee performance appraisals; directs work; acts as a liaison between employees and management; and trains staff in operations, policies, and procedures. Organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; prioritizes and schedules work activities in order to meet objectives; ensures that subordinates have the proper resources needed to complete the assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff to assist with complex/problem situations and provide technical expertise; provides progress and activity reports to ; and assists with the revision of procedure manuals as appropriate. Conducts elections; manages personnel to ensure that all elections are conducted in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations; secures early voting locations and recommends schedules; appoints site managers and determines staffing requirements for early and election day voting; works with polling location personnel and county information technology and GIS staff to ensure provision of technology training and services; develops and reviews training for compliance with election laws; monitors early voting traffic; recommends changes in procedures to resolve issues; conducts election night precinct check-in, election audit and preparation of precinct statistics; monitors election tasks lists; monitors election software programming; and oversees financial filing process. Implements, monitors and maintains registration functions and processes; reviews registration functions and processes including felon registrations, duplicate voters, citizenship verifications, jury summons questionnaires, provisional voting, election night precinct check-in and election audit; monitors and ensures compliance with established protocols and procedures; and updates protocols and procedures as needed. Prepares and completes a variety of registration, production and election reports; compiles and/or tracks various administrative and/or statistical data; generates and prepares data; submits all mandated reports to local, state and federal regulatory agencies or others as required; and maintains related records. Maintains training and procedure manuals; and develops, updates, and revises procedural manuals for voter registration and election functions. Interprets, applies, and ensures compliance with all applicable codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations; maintains comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable laws/regulations and pending legislation that may impact department operations; and maintains an awareness of new products, methods, trends and advances in the profession. Assists in developing and implementing department budget; reviews budgetary needs and makes recommendations to executive management; and monitors expenditures against approved budget. Salary: $66,132 – $106,473. Application: For the complete job listing and to apply, click here. 

Sales Engineer, Richmond, Virginia– Our nation’s elections are being challenged like never before, and the elections industry has historically stifled innovation to improve voting technology. As the first newcomer in the industry in the last 30 years, Clear Ballot rises to the challenge with a simple goal: Let’s create technology that empowers our customers to improve democracy. We are on the lookout for a proactive, dynamic Sales Engineer to join our team. In this remote position, you will have the flexibility to work from home, bridging the gap between our innovative technology and the customers who utilize it. This role is instrumental in advancing our mission to enhance democracy. Please note, while this position offers remote flexibility, it requires up to 70% travel, especially during election periods, to provide on-site support and expertise to our customers nationwide. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate closely with the sales team to understand customer requirements and provide technical support during the sales process. Develop and deliver product demonstrations that clearly articulate the value and unique advantages of Clear Ballot’s solutions.Respond to technical questions and concerns from potential clients, ensuring they understand how our technology can meet their needs.Assist in the preparation and delivery of proposals and presentations that effectively communicate the benefits of our products. Provide feedback from the field to our product development teams, influencing future product enhancements and innovations. Stay abreast of industry trends, competitive landscapes, and emerging technologies to position Clear Ballot effectively in the market. Serve as a Field Service Engineer during election periods, offering hands-on support and expertise to ensure the seamless operation of Clear Ballot technology for existing customers. Provide proactive assistance to customers during pre-election testing and setup, ensuring their systems are optimized and ready for use. Be readily available on election day to troubleshoot any issues that arise, offering immediate solutions to maintain the integrity and smooth functioning of the election process. Conduct post-election follow-ups with customers to gather feedback, address any concerns, and ensure the overall success of their election experience with Clear Ballot technology. Application: For the complete job listing and to apply, click here. 

Senior Counsel, Voting Rights Program, The Brennan Center– The Brennan Center’s Voting Rights Program seeks a talented attorney to join our team working to build a robust, participatory, and inclusive democracy. Reporting to the Director of the Voting Rights Program, the attorney’s focus will be to combat voter suppression and advance pro-voter reforms at the state and federal levels. Our Voting Rights Program advocates for free, fair, and accessible elections, with special focus on the ways systemic barriers impede electoral participation by communities of color. The past ten years have seen a renewed brazen and widespread assault on the right to vote. Elected officials at the highest levels have deployed disinformation and misinformation to scapegoat communities trying to assert their rightful place in the electorate. And the Capitol attack made plain that some are even prepared to reject the use of elections as the arena to contest political differences. We meet these challenges, and others, head on. We do so with partners ranging from community-based organizations to election administrators to pro bono counsel. The Brennan Center’s methods include legal and empirical research and writing, litigation, legislative and policy advocacy, media and communications, and public education. Salary:  $145,100 – $185,800. Application: For the complete job listing and to apply, click here. 

Senior Director, Election Law Program, William & Mary–The Election Law Program (ELP), a joint initiative of the William and Mary Law School and the National Center for State Courts, has a mission to provide resources for judges deciding election disputes. This vacancy is for an experienced attorney to serve in the role of Senior Director of the Election Law Program. The Senior Director will be an attorney with experience in election law. Reporting to the ELP Co-Directors, the portfolio of responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: Developing resources for judges deciding election cases; Supporting projects that enhance understanding of federal and state election laws and the role of courts in resolving election disputes; Sharing research findings and legal resources through a variety of mechanisms such as publications and educational programs (e.g., webinars, presentations, and conferences); Overseeing ELP project implementation; Identifying and capturing trends in election litigation; Engaging in collaborative projects with trusted partners; Supervising student research; and Participating in fundraising efforts to support existing and future ELP initiatives as required. NOTE: If interested, an opportunity for appointment as an adjunct professor to teach a relevant course within the field of election law is available. Salary: $110,000 to $125,000, commensurate with experience. Application: For the complete job listing and to apply, click here.   

Training and Education Coordinator, Pima County, Arizona— Researches, coordinates and develops materials for use in training staff and educating clients on procedures, rules, regulations, forms, requirements and equipment for area of assignment; Assists management in the identification of training needs for staff and education for clients; Collects, compiles, prepares, updates and assembles training and presentation materials and manuals; Designs new training and education materials and/or updates materials on a regular basis; Conducts initial training/orientation for newly hired staff to increase understanding of procedures and position responsibilities; Delivers training to classes and individuals through lectures, demonstrations, exercises and workshops; Conducts continuing education to comply with changes in federal, state and local regulations, policies and procedures, and to resolve specific performance deficiencies; Coordinates and investigates compliance with federal, state and/or local policies, laws and regulations and conducts quality control audits and reports on findings; Participates in the review of productivity levels for activities and staff, analyzes problem areas, identifies training needs and recommends solutions to management; Assesses implementation of policies and/or procedures and makes recommendations to management regarding changes and/or supplemental training; Provides additional training as needed, under management direction; Serves as the technical advisor for interpreting federal, state, and County policies, laws, rules and/or regulations governing are of assignment; Compiles statistical data and prepares reports for area of assignment for presentation to management and the Board of Supervisors. Develops and evaluates student surveys/assessments on training/education provided; Coordinates and maintains training/education materials, audio-visual equipment, laptops, tablets and supplies utilized for training and education; Maintains manual and computer based documentation on training and/or education conducted, competency checklists and assessment files. Salary: Hiring Range: $54,863 – $65,836. Application: For the complete job listing and to apply, click here. 

Training Manager, Charleston County, South Carolina— Are you passionate about democracy and coaching people to their fullest potential? Join us as a Training Manager at the Board of Elections and play a pivotal role in ensuring smooth and efficient elections! Welcome to the Board of Voter Registration and Elections, where we are not just an agency, but a dynamic force committed to excellence in democracy. As an award-winning organization, we pride ourselves on our relentless pursuit of improvement to better serve the voters in our community. A major way this is done is through the training of those who serve as poll managers. At the heart of our mission is an unyielding dedication to organizing elections with precision, fairness, and strict adherence to the law. Responsibilities include: Comprehensive training development, training coordination, community engagement, year-round training program, performance tracking, new hire training, continuous improvement, collaboration with precinct manager.  Salary: $64,209 – $84,146. Application: For the complete job listing and to apply, click here. 

Training Program Coordinator, Charleston County, South Carolina— This position is responsible for the recruiting, coordinating, and training of Election Day poll managers on the policies, procedures, and SC State law regarding the administering of fair, honest, and accurate elections within the polling places on Election Day and during early voting. This position will also train all temporary Early Voting staff. This position will be responsible for developing all instruction manuals and materials. This position reports directly to the Deputy Director of Election Operations. Salary: $53,248 – $69,784. Application: For the complete job listing and to apply, click here.

Voter Registration Support Desk (Operations & Policy Analyst 2), Oregon Secretary of State’s Office– In this position you will, with supervisory support, manage and operate the voting system certification program for the Elections Division. This program ensures that voting systems in Oregon are compliant with Federal and state requirements and meet the needs of county election administrators and the elections division. Although there is substantial variety in day-to-day work of election administration, examples of frequent activities include, but are not limited to, the review of technical documents, ensuring compliance with State and federal law with vendors and county election offices, providing guidance to county officials on the operation of voter registration systems, traveling to county election offices, writing administrative rules, and writing instructional documentation. Salary:$5,228 – $8,003. Deadline: April 17. Application: For the complete job listing and to apply, click here.

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