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Arizona Deputy Coordinator, U.S. Elections, The Carter CenterEmployer: The Carter CenterLocation: , AZCategory: Coordinator
Consultant: Arizona Deputy Coordinator, U.S. Elections, The Carter Center
The Carter Center is guided by a fundamental commitment to promote human rights, alleviate human suffering, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health conditions. The Center seeks a highly qualified, motivated, and energetic consultant to the Center’s US Elections Project.
Start date: As soon as possible.
Location: Arizona, based in one location with ability to potentially travel statewide.
Pay: Commensurate with experience
Length of Assignment: Through December 2022, with possibility of extension.
The Democracy Program at The Carter Center works globally to support and strengthen participatory democracy, consistent with human rights. Beginning in 2020, The Carter Center began efforts to support elections in the United States. There are multiple key aspects to this project: establishing nonpartisan observation efforts, tracking disinformation and dangerous speech, contributing to electoral reform, and promoting candidate codes of conduct.
The Carter Center is advancing nonpartisan observation efforts in two key states: Arizona and Michigan. These states were selected following assessments completed on multiple states. Nonpartisan observation efforts implemented and/or supported by The Carter Center will differ from existing partisan pollwatchers and election-protection groups. The goal of nonpartisan observation is to provide credible and transparent information on the conduct of elections in each state through public reports.
The Deputy Coordinator will execute the citizen observation plan and develop partnerships with community-based organizations. They will report directly to the US Elections Coordinator in [Michigan/Arizona] and to the US Elections team in Atlanta.
At the direction of the Coordinator and The Carter Center staff, the Deputy Coordinator will:
• Assist and support the Coordinator in the execution of their duties, and fulfill the responsibilities of the Coordinator in their absence.
• Mobilize and provide necessary support for THE CARTER CENTER to actively participate in monitoring and observation of key electoral processes.
• Meet with various stakeholders, potentially including community organizations, media, elections officials, and government representatives.
• Assist in the design and implementation of the Center’s planned observation activities.
• Assist the coalition partners in maintaining efficiency, work quality, and adequate communication with The Carter Center. Provide support as needed to in-state coalition partners, including around development of scopes of work, policies and procedures, internal reporting strategies, and codes of conduct to ensure the coalition’s ability to carry out observation tasks in a timely manner while adhering to Carter Center policies.
• Working closely with the Coordinator, assist partners to develop an external communications strategy to amplify official voter education messages and raise awareness of The Carter Center activities in the state.
• Cooperate with the coalition partners, Coordinator, and The Carter Center staff to design and implement all the logistics necessary to deploy observers across the state– including support to observer contact management, training, accreditation, travel, collection of appropriate backup documentation to support program expenditures, and other needs.
• Liaise with other The Carter Center teams that are actively implementing programs in [Michigan/Arizona]; support information-sharing and coordination across program areas.
• Provide political and electoral analysis to The Carter Center on programmatic, operational, and substantive issues.
• Regularly monitor state and national media sources for relevant developments in [Michigan/Arizona] and prepare summaries of major findings.
• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and editing any relevant materials produced for the observation mission such as checklists, training materials, press releases, public statements, and other items.
• Support regular programmatic reporting to The Carter Center in Atlanta on program achievements and setbacks, with reference to the overall learning agenda for the program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Existing relationships in [Michigan/Arizona], including with coalitions, community organizing groups, local media, and partner organizations
• Minimum 2 years of experience in community outreach or community engagement; experience in voter engagement or civic engagement is preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in the recruitment, training, mobilization and retention of volunteers.
• Knowledge of [Michigan/Arizona] election procedures and experience communicating this information to a diversity of stakeholders; sound political judgment and ability to maintain a reputation for strict nonpartisanship throughout the duration of the program.
• Previous experience with coalition-building and management, including development of policies and standard operating procedures, budget tracking and oversight, and support to internal and external communications.
• Proficiency in oral and written reporting.
• Flexibility and adaptability as The Carter Center pilots new streams of work in a rapidly changing political context.
• Basic proficiency in data analysis utilizing Microsoft Excel, R, Stata, SPSS, or another platform is a plus.
• Written and oral fluency in Spanish or Navajo is a plus.Please upload a cover letter, at least 3 references, and a CV to: https://airtable.com/shrMTHCuL0HXKtllb
Only applications submitted at the above site will be considered.Deadline for submissions:
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Applications accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their application as soon as possible.
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Communications and Project ConsultantEmployer: National Vote at Home InstitueLocation:Category: Consultant
National Vote at Home Institute (NVAHI) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to expanding the use of mailed-out ballots in local, state, and federal elections across America. Through our education, research, and advocacy efforts with state and local elections officials, policymakers, and partners, NVAHI works to expand this secure, convenient, and voter-supported method of voting and works to ensure state and local election officials have the tools, training, and support they need to conduct successful, transparent, accurate and secure mail ballot elections.NVAHI has launched an Election Official Hub to bring resources, training, advocacy, tools, and support to election officials across the nation as they work to make voting at home more efficient, accessible, equitable, accurate, and secure. The Election Official Hub will have two webinars a month, Wonk Wednesdays, on topics relevant to voting at home with information and resources specifically created for election officials. We will also have a resource section on our EO Hub that promotes the latest research, best practices, tools for implementation, and a communication tool kit.
We seek a Communications and Project Consultant to provide consulting services to our Government Affairs Director in implementing and running our new hub. The ideal Consultant will have strong communications skills, knowledge of email marketing, and experience with managing webinars and researching resources for our election officials. This position routinely interacts with election officials, partners, research professionals/institutions, and vendors.
This Consultant position is a contract position with NVAHI with consulting fees set between $5,000 and $6,000 a month. The anticipated duration of the contract is through March 31, 2023.
The services performed by the Consultant will include implementing and operationalizing two webinars a month There will also be additional services related to research and outreach.
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County ClerkEmployer: Lane CountyLocation: Eugene, ORCategory: Executive
First Review Date of Applications: May 9, 2022
Interviews Scheduled for Week of: May 10thFor more information about Lane County Administration & Elections:
Lane County Clerk
ABOUT THE POSITION
Lane County is seeking a proven leader with experience in elections and real property records. The County Clerk leads a dedicated team that performs their work with accuracy and integrity. The successful candidate is someone who demonstrates a passion to serve the community, high level of attention to detail, and strong communication skills while interacting with the public, elected officials, and outside agencies.The County Clerk is responsible for planning, organizing, and conducting all regular and special elections, voter registration, property tax appeals, permanent real property records, marriage licensing, domestic partnership registrations, and archived records management while ensuring compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and Local laws. Additional duties include preparing, reviewing and analyzing data, working with a staff of 14 full-time employees, budget and financial management, and managing technology solutions that support County Clerk operations.
ABOUT THE DIVISION
The County Clerk will administer all federal, state, and local laws as they apply to conducting elections, processing voter registration, recording land documents, and issuing marriage licenses, while maintaining the highest degree of integrity and accuracy, and providing exceptional customer service.
Lane County ElectionsSchedule: Monday – Friday; 8:00am – 5:00pm. Evening and weekend hours as needed.
*This is a non-represented position*
QUALIFICATIONS
Training:
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field such as: civics & government, public or business administration, PPPM, non-profit management, etc.Experience:
Five years of progressively responsible experience related to area assigned: public elections, managing vote by mail elections, including supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.Special Requirements:
Experience organizing, directing, and implementing comprehensive programs.
Planning and organizing large-scale election activities.
Gathering and analyzing data to prepare narrative and statistical reports and information.
Being politically astute and diplomatic with the ability to communicate with a wide variety of constituencies in a clear, concise, and credible manner.
Ability to think clearly and effectively under pressure.Notes:
This position is subject to a full criminal offender information record check. If fingerprinting is required, the fee is paid for by the successful candidate and the expense is non-reimbursable.In accordance with county policy, the incumbent of this position is required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, or have an approved medical or religious exception, prior to starting work
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Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job. -
Deputy Elections DirectorEmployer: Davie CountyLocation: Mocksville, NCCategory: Director
Performs administrative work with the registration, voting and election activities for the County. Must be willing to perform job duties during pandemics, natural disasters and unexpected events during planned elections and election schedules. This position is required to work extended hours and weekends during planned elections and election schedules. Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job. Essential job functions: Performs administrative duties for the Director and Board Members and serves as a resource person to staff and the public, as needed; Assists with the supervision of Elections part-time staff and one stop workers in the performance of their daily responsibilities; Assist the Director with annual budgets and grants received; Assists the Elections Director in the interview and selection process of new employees, one stop and precinct workers and training new employees on office procedures and applications; Assists with ensuring proper and efficient conduct of primary and general elections held in Davie County; Maintenance of geo codes/street index, to include all annexations and changes, to insure accuracy for each address; Performs related duties as required. Salary: Minimum hiring range: $33,587.
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Early Voting CoordinatorEmployer: Wake County Board of ElectionsLocation: Raleigh, NCCategory: Coordinator
Are you looking to be more involved in your community? Are you ready to be a part of democracy in the making? If so, get ready to roll up your sleeves and become a part of history! Wake County Board of Elections is currently seeking an Early Voting Coordinator to join our dynamic and talented Early Voting Team. The Early Voting Coordinator plays a critical role in the management and logistical planning of Early Voting. This includes communicating, scheduling election service vendors and managing voting site support operations to include the physically demanding work of setting up Early Voting sites.
What will you do as an Early Voting Coordinator? Plan and organize all Early Voting operations; Assist with development of Early Voting expansion budget items and analyze budget impacts of new election laws and state directives and incorporate the changes into Early Voting site procedures; Work with Town Clerks, Municipal Administrators, Facility Directors, Special Event Coordinators and Superintendents to secure use of facilities for Early Voting; Manage Early Voting facilities, including scheduling, communication, support, logistics, database management and site setups; Develop Early Voting ballot order and determine the distribution of ballots each Early Voting facility will receive; Update and maintain the Early Voting blog and Early Voting page of the Wake County Board of Elections website; Manage the Early Voting support Help Line; Post-election reconciliation duties to include provisional management, presentations to the Board and assisting with record retention.
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Election Information Environment SpecialistEmployer: The Carter CenterLocation:Category: Specialist
Consultant: Electoral Information Environment Specialist, U.S. Elections, The Carter Center
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The Carter Center is guided by a fundamental commitment to promote human rights, alleviate human suffering, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health conditions. The Center seeks a highly qualified, motivated, and energetic consultant to the Center’s US Elections Project.
Start date: As soon as possible, with potential travel
Location: Remote
Length of Assignment: December 2022 with possibility of extension
The Democracy Program at The Carter Center works globally to support democratic elections and strengthen participatory democracy, consistent with human rights. Beginning in 2020, The Carter Center began efforts to support good elections in the U.S. There are multiple key aspects to this project, contributing to electoral reform, promoting candidate codes of conduct and establishing nonpartisan observation efforts.
The Carter Center is seeking a highly qualified Electoral Information Environment Specialist to work on the Center’s US election advisory team under the guidance of the Democracy Program staff. The Electoral Information Environment Specialist will assess and analyze key issues affecting women, the disabled, and disenfranchised groups in the United States. The Electoral Information Environment Specialist will contribute to public and private statements concerning the electoral information environment.
Primary responsibilities of the Electoral Information Environment Specialist include:
• Conduct analysis of the social media and media landscape in Arizona and Michigan, and produce written assessment report that includes:
o The main social media platforms being used in each state;
o An overview of the major media actors and influencers;
o An overview of the most trusted sources of information;
o concerns regarding how social media is used;
o An assessment and overview of other organizations already conducting social media and MDM monitoring activities with whom the Center and our partners could collaborate; and
o the regulatory environment regarding freedom of speech, disinformation, hate speech, data protection and privacy, political finance, and online advertising
o An assessment of the unique value added of any MDM/Social media monitoring efforts;
o a plan for monitoring of the November general elections in each state that includes
An analysis of potential tools such as Hamilton Dashboard, Junkipedia, Crowd Tangle, etc. and recommendation for which tools should be used and plan for how they should be incorporated
A recommended, detailed workplan for the time period leading up to elections, during elections, and post elections
o Following initial assessment:
• If a larger team of analysts is determined necessary, oversee additional analysts for each state;
• Track main political and social discourses in the main social media platforms, prior to, during, and after specific election events;
• Produce accurate and timely written reports as well as contribute to drafting of reports with findings and assessments of the use of social media during the elections and its impact, highlighting key challenges and incidents, and assessing the findings against international standards and best practices;
• Draft an internal lessons-learned document regarding the monitoring of social media in the US environment, including recommendations and guidelines for future election observation missions;
• Participate in meetings on behalf of the Center where necessary;
• Contribute to any relevant output produced by The Carter Center in relation to the November general elections. This could include a report, press release, op-eds, presentations, webinar or live event, etc.
Preferred Qualifications:
o Degree in political science, journalism, data science or related field.
o Experience conducting media monitoring activities, notably with a focus on disinformation, hate speech or online harassment.
o Expertise in one or more of the following subject areas – disinformation, hate speech, online harassment, computational propaganda, and dark political advertising.
o Understanding of Democratic Election Standards, particularly related to Freedom of Expression, Opinion and Participation.
o Minimum of 1 year management experience.
o Good written and verbal communications skills.
o Understanding of R and /or Python and familiarity with APIs.
o Knowledge of data science and / or statistical principles a plus.
o Experience with CrowdTangle a plus.
o Fast learner, self-starter, adaptable.
o High level of comfort learning on the go.
Please upload a cover letter, at least 3 references, and a CV to:
Only applications submitted at the above site will be considered.
Deadline for submissions:
Applications accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their application as soon as possible.
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Election Processing SupervisorEmployer: San Diego CountyLocation: San Diego, CACategory: Supervisor
Per County rules, this position is eligible for appointment at Step 1, $62,192.00. County employees are subject to the County Promotion Rule for Step Placement in Accordance with Comp Ord 1.3.5.
Election Processing Supervisors organize, direct, and supervise the activities of sections within the Registrar of Voters’ – Voters Services Divisions. Position responsibilities include but are not limited to: planning, scheduling and coordinating activities related to vote-by-mail ballots, sample ballots, election mail pick-up, voter records and registration, training, election equipment and warehouse; providing lead work in special projects and assignments; providing interpretations and ensuring proper implementation of Federal, State and local laws regulating elections.
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Minimum Qualifications
Three (3) years of supervisory experience including supervisory or lead experience through two (2) countywide election cycles in an Elections Office in the State of California; OR,
An associate’s degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency in public or business administration or a related field, AND, supervisory or lead experience through two (2) countywide election cycles.Note: Qualifying supervisory experience includes supervision over permanent or temporary full time, part time, seasonal employees or volunteers.
Beginning July 1, 2022, the Department of Human Resources will remove personally identifiable information from all new recruitments. This practice, called Blind Applicant Screening, will hide a candidate’s personal information that could influence or bias a hiring decision. Personal information includes name, phone number, address, gender, age and race. This process will help contribute to a fair and equitable selection process leading to a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT
As part of the County of San Diego’s pre-employment process, prospective candidates will undergo a background check (including fingerprinting) and a pre-employment medical screening prior to beginning County employment. Additional types of background investigations may be conducted based on the job-related activities of the position
EVALUATION
Qualified applicants will be placed on a nine (9) month employment list based on scores received during the evaluation of information contained in their employment and supplemental applications. Please ensure all information is complete and accurate, as the responses you provide on the supplemental application questionnaire will be reviewed using an automated evaluation system. If you are successful in the initial screening process, your application will be reviewed individually to confirm that the information you provided is accurate and qualifying.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.
The County of San Diego and its employees embrace the vision of: a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all. Our values include: integrity, equity, access, belonging, excellence, and sustainability. Each of which are infused throughout our operations. While also embracing a mission of strengthening our communities with innovative, inclusive, and data driven services through a skilled and supported workforce. Click here for more information on our Strategic Plan (sandiegocounty.gov) as well as our commitment to serve everyone, to build a Framework for the Future that will create a County that works for all.
Under California Government Code Sections 3100 – 3109, public employees are designated as disaster service workers. The term “public employees” includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their employer or by law.
The County of San Diego is committed to valuing diversity and practicing inclusion because our diverse workforce is our greatest asset and our customers are our number one priority.
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Elections Coordinator - RecruitingEmployer: Buncombe CountyLocation: Asheville, NCCategory: Coordinator
Buncombe County is a caring community in harmony with its environment where citizens succeed, thrive, and realize their potential. Our mission is to promote a healthy, safe, well-educated, and thriving community with a sustainable quality of life; to provide effective and efficient government our citizens can trust; and to deliver needed service through a responsive work force committed to excellence, integrity, and teamwork.
Job Title: Elections Coordinator – Recruiting
Buncombe County Elections is looking for an energetic and resourceful individual who enjoys a fast paced, dynamic environment working with people from varied backgrounds. This person will work with a staffing agency to recruit up to 1000 poll workers (early voting and election day) and 45 seasonal employees each election, and monitor staffing agency invoicing. They will work in conjunction with the Elections Coordinator – Training to obtain feedback from poll workers, seasonal staff, and voters to improve customer service.Purpose of the position:
The primary 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.
Minimum Education, Training and/or Experience (required at time of hire):
Associate’s degree from an accredited college with major course work in Political Science, Business Administration, Public Administration, Law, or related field, and three (3) years of experience in preparation of reports, bookkeeping, detailed filing procedures, responding to and composing correspondence, and performing administrative tasks preferably in a Board of Elections office; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Additional Training and Experience: Certified North Carolina Elections Administrator preferred.
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation: None
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.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Knowledge of Federal, state, and county laws and procedures pertaining to elections and the maintenance of Buncombe County election records.
Knowledge of organizational culture and resources, both internal to Buncombe County and in the community.
Knowledge of ethical guidelines applicable to the position as outlined by professional standards, federal, state, and local laws or ordinances.
Knowledge of the programs and service delivery mechanisms in assigned work areas.
Ability to interpret and keep up to date with changes related to election laws, processes and standards and communicate those changes in a prompt manner.
Ability to collect and analyze data and conduct program and performance reviews/audits.
Ability to effectively use various complex software applications.
General knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration and planning, an ability to communicate effectively with professional and administrative personnel.
Ability to interpret and apply election law, campaign finance regulations, and pertinent financial Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.
Interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
Department:Election Services
Location: Asheville, NC
Job Posting End Date: August 18, 2022
Salary Range: $24.96 – $29.13
Buncombe County Government realizes the importance of a diverse professional workforce and the need to foster a responsive and innovative organizational culture, one that fully engages all of our employees, honoring and building on each employee’s unique experiences, opinions, and perspective.It is the policy of Buncombe County to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected class under federal or NC State law. In addition the Agency expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment or discrimination.
Applicants for employment are invited to participate in the affirmative action program by reporting their status as a protected veteran or other minority. In extending this invitation, we advise you that: (a) workers (applicants) are under no obligation to respond but may do so in the future if they choose; (b) responses will remain confidential within the human resource department; and (c) responses will be used only for the necessary information to include in our affirmative action program. We are a company that values diversity. We actively encourage women, minorities, veterans and disabled employees to apply. Refusal to provide this information will have no bearing on your application and will not subject you to any adverse treatment.
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Elections Services ManagerEmployer: Contra Costa CountyLocation: Martinez, CACategory: Management
Why join Contra Costa County Elections?
Contra Costa County has more than 700,000 registered voters and a population of 1.1 million. Located in the San Francisco Bay Area, Contra Costa County offers a great salary and benefits in addition to a collaborative and fast-paced work environment.
Our office is vital to our democracy and our community, and we love to help our residents. Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and transparent communication, prepares us to be a high-performing organization, and recognizes the contributions of others. We connect with the community, listen to them, and provide a critical service that people rely on.
The incumbent will report directly to the Assistant Registrar, work in collaboration with the Clerk-Recorder-Registrar and executive management team, and interact with leaders in other county departments, state officials, and vendors to carry out essential functions.
We are looking for someone who is:
A self-starter. You need to see the overall picture and be able to plan, organize, and prioritize tasks using tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment.
A team player. You will be expected to bring balance to the team, foster trust, and instill confidence in your direct reports and the department as a whole.
Customer Focused. You should provide a high level of customer service and strive to improve the voter’s experience and services to County residents.
Accountable. You should take responsibility for your own work and the work of your division, assuring projects are completed within established timelines.
Flexible. You will need to work well under pressure and be adaptable to changing priorities while balancing multiple projects. At times, this can be a high-stress job and the successful candidate must be able to cope and respond appropriately.
A collaborative leader. You will collaborate with multiple units that have interconnected work products to help achieve division goals and should be willing to step in and help other units when needed.
Knowledgeable. You should be experienced in election law, the election process, procedures, timelines, and administration.What you will typically be responsible for:
Oversight, coordination, and direction of supervisory, permanent, temporary staff, and groups of volunteers.
Setting priorities and goals for work units, creating detailed plans for appropriate staffing, monitoring the progress of multiple overlapping and competing projects, and assuring projects are completed within timelines.
Participating in joint election planning, research, and decision-making activities to accomplish a common goal.
Providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, voters, and County staff, including conflict resolution.
Ensuring the division and staff operate at the highest levels of transparency, accuracy, and integrity.
Encouraging and facilitating professional growth among staff members.
Leading by example and being a model of behavior for staff.
Identifying and recommending changes in policy to create efficiencies and improve the effectiveness of processes and procedures.A few reasons you might love this job:
Make a difference in our residents’ lives! Serve your community through public service and be a part of providing a critical piece of our democracy.
Be a leader of a highly respected, dynamic Elections team.
Help your staff develop and watch your team grow!
It will never be boring! There will be opportunities for personal and professional growth and development and different projects to accomplish.A few challenges you might face in this job:
Election deadlines are set by law and code and are not flexible; our office runs on mandated deadlines that must be met.
During busy Election cycles, all staff are expected to work overtime, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, if needed. Managers may need to work overtime at any time and are offered additional Administrative Leave hours in lieu of overtime pay.
Reevaluating and readjusting planning expectations, as changing circumstances present themselves is critical.
There may be a necessity to step in and perform duties of subordinate staff in order to meet timelines and prevent delays to other units.Competencies Required:
Coaching & Developing Others: Supporting others in stretching and expanding their capabilities (encourage and foster success and teamwork)
Assessing Talent: Identifying performance capabilities and potential of others
Building & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
Displaying Ownership & Accountability: Holding self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results (organization goals and driving others to achieve them)
Delegating: Sharing responsibility, authority, and accountability
Innovative Problem Solving: Identifying and analyzing problems in order to propose new ways to do business
Professional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the job
Leadership: Guiding and encouraging others to accomplish a common goal
Managing Performance: Ensuring superior individual and group performance
Informing: Proactively obtaining and sharing information (open to receiving and sharing information, does not withhold information from the team, communicates the ‘why’ behind these assignments)
Leveraging Technology: Applying technology for improvements in organizational efficiency and effectiveness
Driving Results: Demonstrating concern for achieving or surpassing results against an internal standard of excellence
Handling Stress: Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity
Business Process Analysis: Defining, assessing, and improving operational processes and workflow (open to identifying new ways to do things, adaptable to change)
Critical Thinking: Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claimsTo read the complete job description, please visit the website, www.cccounty.us/hr
The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future openings for up to six (6) months.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
License Required: Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License. Out of state Motor Vehicle Operator’s license will be accepted during the application process.Education: Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in business, public administration, or a closely related field.
Experience: Three (3) years of full-time, (or the equivalent of full-time), experience performing administrative, budgetary, and personnel, duties; two (2) years must have been performing duties related to elections and at least one (1) year must have been in a supervisory capacity.
Substitution for Experience: A Master’s degree in business, public administration, or closely related field may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience.
Substitution for Education: Possession of the California Professional Election Administrator Credential Program (CalPEAC) credential administered by the California Association of Clerks and Election Officials (CACEO); OR possession of the Certified Elections/Registration Administrator Certification (CERA) certification from the National Elections Center may be substituted for one (1) year of the required education.
Additional qualifying experience of the type described above may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis, up to a maximum of two (2) years.
No substitution is allowed for the required supervisory experience.
Desirable Qualifications:
Experience with vendor relations, including contract negotiation, accounts payable, and ongoing vendor performance tracking.
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Exceptional communication and presentation skills, experience developing and giving presentations.
Experience developing and tracking legislation related to the conduct and administration of elections.
Experience managing intricate projects with multiple steps and stakeholders.
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Elections Technical SpecialistEmployer: Buncombe CountyLocation: Asheville, NCCategory: Specialist
Buncombe County is a caring community in harmony with its environment where citizens succeed, thrive, and realize their potential. Our mission is to promote a healthy, safe, well-educated, and thriving community with a sustainable quality of life; to provide effective and efficient government our citizens can trust; and to deliver needed service through a responsive work force committed to excellence, integrity, and teamwork
Purpose of the position:
The primary purpose of this position is to provide specialized technical work supporting election-specific systems related to voting equipment, elections software, audits, and precinct compliance.
Essential Functions of the position:
- Provide technical expertise related to voting system hardware and software.
- Serve as a technical resource to staff to include assessing technology needs; recommending appropriate equipment; and ensuring they are trained on the proper use of the most current voting equipment and elections hardware and software.
- Manage election preparation team members and election data.
- Manage voting locations including securing sites, ensuring access, contracting, and coordinating site equipment delivery/pick up of 80 election locations and up to 16 early voting locations; Store, organize and update supplies and coordinate with team to ensure delivery of both machine and non-machine voting supplies to voting locations.
- Perform non-technical activities to include auditing election returns; reviewing precinct surveys to ensure compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards; deploying resources at voting sites; and reviewing voting sites and identifying issues.
- Assists Director in developing emergency preparedness plans.
- Fulfill all public data requests for voter registration reports, voter history reports, voter statistics, and maps.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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Government Affairs DirectorEmployer: National Vote at Home InstitueLocation:Category: Director
The National Vote at Home Institute (NVAHI) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit nonpartisan organization dedicated to expanding the use of mailed-out ballots in local, state, and federal elections across the U.S. Through our education, research, and advocacy efforts with state and local election officials, policymakers, and partners, NVAHI works to expand this secure, convenient, and voter-supported method of voting and works to ensure state and local election officials have the tools, training and support they need to conduct successful, transparent, accurate and secure mail ballot elections. The Government Affairs Director serves as an integral leader for the organization, working with the Executive Director, Board, and staff shaping and executing the strategic priorities for NVAHI. This position routinely interacts with key stakeholder groups, national leaders, state and local elections officials, research professionals/institutions, funders, and partners. This position reports to the NVAHI Executive Director and is responsible for all election official engagement efforts on behalf of NVAHI.
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Information Technology Security AnalystEmployer: Illinois State Board of ElectionsLocation: Sangamon County, ILCategory: Analyst
The IT Security Analyst reports directly to the Manager of Cyber Operations and Infrastructure. Supports the administration, implementation, review, and improvement of endpoint, network, hardware, application, and data security practices.
Implements, supports and monitors the agency’s information security applications, including email security, web security, endpoint security software, firewalls, intrusion prevention applications, data loss prevention, etc. Monitors system dashboards and logs for threat indicators. Analyzes data and performs necessary incident response procedures. Conducts network, system and application vulnerability assessments.
Analyzes agency threat surface and makes recommendations to management to harden agency systems. Evaluates agency processes and implements and/or makes recommendations to enhance security. Reviews information received concerning threat events from end users, supervisory personnel, other federal, state, county and local agencies and governmental entities involved in the exchange of data with the State Board of Elections (SBE), external entities such as the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC), Elections Infrastructure Information Sharing and Analysis Center (EI-ISAC), trusted cybersecurity vendors, law enforcement agencies, and public information sources.
Consults with SBE staff on security issues. Provides a high level of customer service to agency staff, state, county, and local election officials. Ensures service desk queues and incidents are handled in an appropriate and timely manner.
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Michigan Deputy Coordinator, U.S. Elections, The Carter CenterEmployer: The Carter CenterLocation: , MICategory: Coordinator
Consultant: Michigan Deputy Coordinator, U.S. Elections, The Carter Center
The Carter Center is guided by a fundamental commitment to promote human rights, alleviate human suffering, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health conditions. The Center seeks a highly qualified, motivated, and energetic consultant to the Center’s US Elections Project.
Start date: As soon as possible.
Location: Michigan, based in one location with ability to potentially travel statewide.
Pay: Commensurate with experience
Length of Assignment: Through December 2022, with possibility of extension.
The Democracy Program at The Carter Center works globally to support and strengthen participatory democracy, consistent with human rights. Beginning in 2020, The Carter Center began efforts to support elections in the United States. There are multiple key aspects to this project: establishing nonpartisan observation efforts, tracking disinformation and dangerous speech, contributing to electoral reform, and promoting candidate codes of conduct.
The Carter Center is advancing nonpartisan observation efforts in two key states: Arizona and Michigan. These states were selected following assessments completed on multiple states. Nonpartisan observation efforts implemented and/or supported by The Carter Center will differ from existing partisan pollwatchers and election-protection groups. The goal of nonpartisan observation is to provide credible and transparent information on the conduct of elections in each state through public reports.
The Deputy Coordinator will execute the citizen observation plan and develop partnerships with community-based organizations. They will report directly to the US Elections Coordinator in [Michigan/Arizona] and to the US Elections team in Atlanta.
At the direction of the Coordinator and The Carter Center staff, the Deputy Coordinator will:
• Assist and support the Coordinator in the execution of their duties, and fulfill the responsibilities of the Coordinator in their absence.
• Mobilize and provide necessary support for THE CARTER CENTER to actively participate in monitoring and observation of key electoral processes.
• Meet with various stakeholders, potentially including community organizations, media, elections officials, and government representatives.
• Assist in the design and implementation of the Center’s planned observation activities.
• Assist the coalition partners in maintaining efficiency, work quality, and adequate communication with The Carter Center. Provide support as needed to in-state coalition partners, including around development of scopes of work, policies and procedures, internal reporting strategies, and codes of conduct to ensure the coalition’s ability to carry out observation tasks in a timely manner while adhering to Carter Center policies.
• Working closely with the Coordinator, assist partners to develop an external communications strategy to amplify official voter education messages and raise awareness of The Carter Center activities in the state.
• Cooperate with the coalition partners, Coordinator, and The Carter Center staff to design and implement all the logistics necessary to deploy observers across the state– including support to observer contact management, training, accreditation, travel, collection of appropriate backup documentation to support program expenditures, and other needs.
• Liaise with other The Carter Center teams that are actively implementing programs in [Michigan/Arizona]; support information-sharing and coordination across program areas.
• Provide political and electoral analysis to The Carter Center on programmatic, operational, and substantive issues.
• Regularly monitor state and national media sources for relevant developments in [Michigan/Arizona] and prepare summaries of major findings.
• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and editing any relevant materials produced for the observation mission such as checklists, training materials, press releases, public statements, and other items.
• Support regular programmatic reporting to The Carter Center in Atlanta on program achievements and setbacks, with reference to the overall learning agenda for the program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Existing relationships in [Michigan/Arizona], including with coalitions, community organizing groups, local media, and partner organizations
• Minimum 2 years of experience in community outreach or community engagement; experience in voter engagement or civic engagement is preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in the recruitment, training, mobilization and retention of volunteers.
• Knowledge of [Michigan/Arizona] election procedures and experience communicating this information to a diversity of stakeholders; sound political judgment and ability to maintain a reputation for strict nonpartisanship throughout the duration of the program.
• Previous experience with coalition-building and management, including development of policies and standard operating procedures, budget tracking and oversight, and support to internal and external communications.
• Proficiency in oral and written reporting.
• Flexibility and adaptability as The Carter Center pilots new streams of work in a rapidly changing political context.
• Basic proficiency in data analysis utilizing Microsoft Excel, R, Stata, SPSS, or another platform is a plus.
• Written and oral fluency in Spanish or Arabic is a plus.Please upload a cover letter, at least 3 references, and a CV to: https://airtable.com/shrcT6yJq4GToe5qp
Only applications submitted at the above site will be considered.Deadline for submissions:
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Applications accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their application as soon as possible.
Only those candidates selected for an interview or additional consideration will be notified by the Center. No separate emails, phone calls, or in-person contacts, please. -
Research Manager, Data AnalysisEmployer: CEIRLocation:Category: Research
CEIR seeks a qualified Research Manager to join our team.
Under the direction of the Research Director, the Research Manager will be responsible for CEIR’s data-driven research initiatives and supervise one or more research team members. These initiatives include matters pertaining to voter registration, voter access, election integrity and security, and election administration. As an integral member of the highly collaborative research team, the Research Manager will develop and conduct surveys and studies, analyze data, and contribute to research reports and other written materials for CEIR’s diverse audience of election officials, policymakers, the media, and key stakeholders.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Collaborate with research director to strategize and align research team goals
• Lead and develop the data analysis group within the research team
• Execute original research projects end-to-end, managing and coordinating data-related tasks, including project design, data collection and analysis, and dissemination of findings
• Develop and implement strategies for effective data analysis and reporting
• Collect and clean data, analyze data using statistical software, visualize findings, and present results to internal and external audiences
• Brief members of the leadership and research teams on research results, including through graphs, charts, and other data visualization tools
• Synthesize findings and help draft reports, issue briefs, and other written products for publication
• Help assess where CEIR’s work can have the biggest impact, identify growth opportunities, and develop research proposals
• Monitor trends, research, and publications in the election space to inform CEIR’s research portfolio
• Promote a team culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning, quality, collaboration, positivity, and transparency
• Maintain effective communication with the Research Director and other team members, including through participation in regular team meetingsQUALIFICATIONS
Data Analysis, Research, and Substantive Knowledge
• Expertise in research design and using quantitative and qualitative methodologies to best approach the question at hand
• Fluency in quantitative research methods, including advanced statistical analysis and data collection, manipulation, and management
• Fluency in key statistical techniques, including descriptive and inferential statistics and their appropriate uses
• Demonstrated ability to extract meaningful findings from complex data problems and present those findings in a digestible and effective manner to diverse audiences
• Advanced knowledge of database principles, processes, technologies, and tools
• Experience working with voter files, census data, and other election data
• Deep familiarity with, and passion for, issues relevant to CEIR’s mission, including policies affecting election administration and voter accessManagement and Communication Skills, Work Ethic, and Environment
• Proven ability to manage teams and develop and inspire staff, including through coaching, mentoring, and providing useful feedback
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adjust to changing priorities
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, as well as the ability to produce consistent quality work while guiding others and meeting deadlines
• Ability to work objectively and in a nonpartisan manner with respect to CEIR’s research, election officials (regardless of party affiliation), and election issues generally
• Ability to collaborate with people in all levels of an organization and the willingness to function as part of a team to reach organizational goalsComputer Skills, Past Work Experience, and Education
• Fluency in statistical tools (e.g., R, Stata, SPSS, SQL), data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, R, Python, Excel), and Microsoft Office applications
• Bachelor’s degree in data science, statistics, political science, public policy, or a related field required; master’s or other advanced degree preferred
• Minimum of five years of related work experience; at least three years of demonstrated management responsibilitiesThis is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and highly motivated individual who wants to join a quickly growing nonprofit that seeks to make a substantial, positive, nonpartisan impact on elections and American democracy. The Research Manager role is a full-time job. CEIR’s office is in Washington, DC, but due to the COVID-19 pandemic, most CEIR staff are currently working remotely. Therefore, while we prefer applicants who live in the Washington, DC Metro Area, we may also consider qualified applicants who live elsewhere.
Full vaccination against COVID-19 (i.e., 14 days after final COVID-19 vaccination dose) and, once eligible, receipt of a COVID-19 booster dose, is a condition of employment with CEIR. Any offers of employment will be contingent upon the individual proving they are fully vaccinated and boosted (if eligible) against COVID-19. Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis for exemptions to this requirement in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law.
Compensation
The salary range for this position is $70,000—95,000. CEIR offers competitive benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance, a 401(k) with employer match up to 5 percent of your salary, and unlimited paid time off.Application Process
Email the following to jobs@electioninnovation.org:
• 2-4 sentences explaining your interest in the position OR a brief cover letter (less than one page)
• ResumeImportant Dates
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Deadline to Apply: August 31, 2022
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Senior Research Associate, Data AnalysisEmployer: CEIRLocation:Category: Research
CEIR seeks a qualified Senior Research Associate to join our team.
The Senior Research Associate will work under the direction of the Research Director and in collaboration with other colleagues to support CEIR’s research initiatives. These initiatives include matters pertaining to voter registration, voter access, election integrity and security, and election administration policy. As an integral member of the research team, the Senior Research Associate will support CEIR’s mission by developing and conducting surveys and studies, analyzing data, and contributing to research reports and other written materials for CEIR’s diverse audience of election officials, policymakers, the media, and key stakeholders.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Collect and clean data, analyze data using statistical software, visualize findings, and develop presentations on results for internal and external audiences
• Brief members of the leadership and research teams on research results, including through graphs, charts, and other data visualization tools
• Synthesize findings and help draft reports, issue briefs, and other written products for publication
• As a member of the research team, help assess where CEIR’s work can have the biggest impact, identify growth opportunities, and develop research proposals
• Assist with all research activities, including project design, data collection and analysis, and dissemination of findings
• Develop deep expertise on issues relevant to CEIR’s mission, including policies affecting election administration and voter access
• Monitor trends, research, and publications in the election space to inform CEIR’s research portfolio
• Promote a team culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning, quality, collaboration, positivity, and transparency
• Maintain effective communication with team members and participate in regular team meetingsQUALIFICATIONS
Data Analysis, Research, and Substantive Knowledge
• Ability to synthesize and summarize large amounts of information and to extract meaningful findings from complex data problems
• Experience with research design and using quantitative and qualitative methodologies to best approach the question at hand
• Experience with quantitative research methods, including (1) advanced statistical analysis and (2) data collection, manipulation, and management
• Proficiency in key statistical techniques and knowledge of descriptive and inferential statistics and their appropriate uses
• Working knowledge of database principles, processes, technologies, and tools
• Understanding of data wrangling, formatting, and cleaning across multiple data sources and formats
• Passion for issues related to CEIR’s research initiatives, including policies affecting election administration and voter access; prior work on these issues is a plus• Communication Skills, Work Ethic, and Environment
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, as well as the ability to produce consistent quality work while meeting deadlines
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and adjust to changing priorities
• Ability to work objectively and in a nonpartisan manner with respect to CEIR’s research, election officials (regardless of party affiliation), and election issues generally
• Ability to collaborate with people in all levels of an organization and the willingness to function as part of a team to reach organizational goalsComputer Skills and Education
• Proficiency with statistical tools (e.g., R, Stata, SPSS, SQL), data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, R, Python, Excel), and Microsoft Office applications
• Bachelor’s degree in data science, statistics, political science, public policy, or a related field required; a master’s or other advanced degree, while not required, may be considered in the hiring decisionThis is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and highly motivated individual who wants to join a quickly growing nonprofit that seeks to make a substantial, positive, nonpartisan impact on elections and American democracy. The Senior Research Associate role is a full-time job. CEIR’s office is in Washington, DC, but due to the COVID-19 pandemic, most CEIR staff are currently working remotely. Therefore, while we prefer applicants who live in the Washington, DC Metro Area, we may also consider qualified applicants who live elsewhere.
Full vaccination against COVID-19 (i.e., 14 days after final COVID-19 vaccination dose) and, once eligible, receipt of a COVID-19 booster dose, is a condition of employment with CEIR. Any offers of employment will be contingent upon the individual proving they are fully vaccinated and boosted (if eligible) against COVID-19. Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis for exemptions to this requirement in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law.
Compensation
The salary range for this position is $65,000-80,000.
CEIR offers competitive benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance, a 401(k) with employer match up to 5 percent of your salary, and unlimited paid time off.Application Process
Email the following to jobs@electioninnovation.org:
• 2-4 sentences explaining your interest in the position OR a brief cover letter (less than one page)
• ResumeImportant Dates
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Deadline to Apply: August 31, 2022
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Senior Software EngineerEmployer: BallotpediaLocation:Category: Engineering
Ballotpedia seeks a full-time, 100% remote Senior Software Engineer to join its Tech team.
Our Senior Software Engineer will provide technical leadership to a group of web developers and data engineers and will be able to advise on best practices, champion code quality, assist in the professional development of team members, and scope out new opportunities for the organization. At a high level, you will develop a holistic view of Ballotpedia’s architecture, infrastructure and software design and develop the ability to guide the team accordingly.
Reporting to the Director of Technology Operations and in collaboration with organization leadership, you will help define requirements and inform priorities around software development at the organization across many products. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will also implement these software solutions and contribute your own code to further Ballotpedia’s mission of making high-quality political data and unbiased encyclopedic content available to the American public.
This is a full-stack role that may include various aspects of development, design, programming, architecture, testing, and tooling. This role also includes higher-level decision-making related to technology used at the company, as well as leadership of the other web developers.
Responsibilities
As Senior Software Engineer, you will:-Scope out new opportunities, identify and research new technologies and develop proposals
-Advise and mentor a small team of web developers on the implementation of new projects and solutions
-Conduct code reviews and champion software quality at the organization
-Maintain, update and troubleshoot existing products
-Provide technical consulting across the company
-Contribute to a variety of software products at Ballotpedia, such as:
-Ballotpedia.org
-Database/API
-Data ingestion pipelines
-Staff tools and workflows
-Apps (mobile and web)
-On-site components and customized widgets
-Third-party integrations
-Review and debug code
-Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to fix and improve products
-Document development phases and monitor systems
-Ensure software is up-to-date with latest technologiesSkills and Qualifications
An ideal Senior Software Engineer will have:-A minimum of 6 years of proven real-world experience in software development, including multiple years in Lead/Architect/Designer-type roles
-Multiple examples of software applications in which you were the primary architect
-A demonstrated passion for voter education and engagement and a willingness to work hard to support the mission of Ballotpedia
-Humility, seeking to improve the work of the rest of the staff, and approaching projects as a team member
-An unending appetite for learning and mastering new technology
-Familiarity with and mastery of core programming languages and frameworks, such as: SQL, PHP, Node, HTML, CSS, Javascript, Git
-Experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS)
-Experience maintaining uptime on high-traffic applications or websites (millions of concurrent users) and making infrastructure decisionsEnvironment
The Senior Software Engineer will work remotely from their home location. All Ballotpedia staff work remotely. To join Ballotpedia, you must have a computer with Internet access.Ballotpedia has a flexible work environment, BP Flex, in which every employee enjoys unlimited vacation and flexibility in scheduling. Each employee will be oriented to the principles of Ballotpedia’s flexible environment during new employee training.
Compensation
The pay range for the Senior Software Engineer is $100,000-$120,000/year commensurate with experience.In addition to salary, Ballotpedia offers an annual benefits stipend equivalent to $7,000 that is paid out in equal increments in each paycheck once an employee becomes benefits eligible. The stipend may be used to pay for a full benefits package, including health, vision, and dental insurance; retirement accounts; and more. If benefits are not elected, the stipend is taxed as regular income and added to salary.
To Apply
https://apply.workable.com/ballotpedia/j/8BC3777743/Please attach the following in PDF format:
-résumé
-cover letter detailing your interest in Ballotpedia’s mission, this position and your salary expectationsPlease ensure that either your résumé or your cover letter include your current address.
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Voting Rights ExpertEmployer:Location:Category: Expert
The Carter Center is guided by a fundamental commitment to promote human rights, alleviate human suffering, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health conditions. The Center seeks a highly qualified, motivated, and energetic consultant to the Center’s US Elections Project.
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Start date: As soon as possible, with potential travel
Location: Remote
Length of Assignment: end of the year with possibility of extension
The Democracy Program at The Carter Center works globally to support democratic elections and strengthen participatory democracy, consistent with human rights. Beginning in 2020, The Carter Center began efforts to support good elections in the U.S. There are multiple key aspects to this project, contributing to electoral reform, promoting candidate codes of conduct and establishing nonpartisan observation efforts.
The Carter Center is seeking a highly qualified voting rights analyst to work on the Center’s US election advisory team under the guidance of the Democracy Program staff. The voting rights expert will assess and analyze key issues affecting women, the disabled, and disenfranchised groups in the United States. The voting rights expert will contribute to public and private statements concerning the electoral process and provide an impartial assessment of elections as well as detailed recommendations for ways to improve the program’s inclusiveness, credibility, and transparency as it relates to voting access of historically disenfranchised peoples. A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in democracy and/or elections is required, in addition to a degree in political science or another relevant field.
Primary responsibilities:
– Act as the program’s primary technical expert on voting rights, inclusion and access;
– Analyze aspects of Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Florida, and North Carolina’s legislation concerning disenfranchised peoples as it pertains to the states’ elections. Assess whether provisions regarding their participation are implemented in accordance with their legal framework as well as international standards for democratic elections
– Analyze the participation and barriers to the participation of disenfranchised groups as voters and candidates in the electoral process against international standards, develop standardized tools, checklists, discussion guidelines and other data gathering instruments to assess participatory rights and barriers to their effective engagement
– Follow key developments in participatory rights and respect for human rights throughout the electoral cycle in the United States, including freedom of assembly and expression, right to vote, and right to stand as a candidate, among others.
– Contribute to Carter Center press releases, public statements, and project reports as necessary
– Brief project members on key voting rights issues during the campaign and election, drafting briefing papers and other mission-related documents as requested.
– Attend meetings with various stakeholders, as necessary and relevant to the project goals
– Speak on behalf of The Carter Center at events or media opportunities as necessary and relevant to the project goals
Qualifications:
– Ideal candidates will possess some or all of the following qualifications:
– A minimum of five (5) or more years of experience working on voting rights issues
– A bachelor’s degree in political science, ethnic studies, disability studies or a related subject
– Demonstrated experience in assessing barriers to voting and legal frameworks regarding gender, race, and disability
– Knowledge of American politics and culture
– Leadership skills, cross-cultural understanding, and a background working in sensitive political situations
– Excellent verbal and written communications skills - There were no results matching the selected filters