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Senior Information Security Specialist (Information Systems Specialist 8)Employer: Oregon Secretary of StateLocation: Salem, ORCategory: Specialist
The primary purpose of this position is to administer the information security program and serve as the technical security advisor for the Elections Division of the Oregon Secretary of State’s Office. This accomplished in part by, but is not limited to:
*Ensure the confidentiality, integrity and availability of agency information assets by providing guidance on security incidents, security features and/or risks in a given information systems environment.
*Work with Federal, State and County Election offices on cybersecurity best practices on Elections and voting systems.
*Provide system administration for information security hardware and software.
*Monitor, track compliance and document incident handling responses on existing systems.
*Conduct Information System Security Engineering activities at the subsystem and system level of design and provides security consultation on proposed designs.
*Enforce compliance with Configuration Management (CM) and Information Security governance to ensure IT policy, directives and guidance are followed on agency systems and Election systems.
*Complete Vulnerability scans, Information System Security audits, analysis, risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, intrusion detection/prevention and log monitoring of computing resources.
*Provide support for system engineering life cycle from the specification through the design or hardware or software, procurement and development integration, test, operations, and maintenance.
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Policy AssociateEmployer: National Conference of State LegislaturesLocation: Denver, COCategory: Associate
The policy associate will work in NCSL’s Elections and Redistricting Program in NCSL’s Denver office. Broadly, this position includes research, analysis and program/meeting planning related to election administration. Primary duties will include collecting and maintaining data related to election legislation; responding to research requests; maintaining webpages and other internal and external resources; coordinating speakers, agendas and logistics for meetings; and developing connections with state legislators, legislative staff and subject-area experts. Public speaking will be minimal at the beginning but will expand with experience. The policy associate will work under the direction of supervisors and in collaboration with other Elections and Redistricting team members. The policy associate may also have responsibility for independent research projects, databases or webpages. All major work products will be reviewed by senior professionals or project managers. Travel several times a year will be expected. Salary: $4,199 /month.
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General RegistrarEmployer: Prince William CountyLocation: Manassas, VACategory:
The Prince William County Electoral Board is seeking a General Registrar to provide leadership and management in the Office of Elections in Prince William County, Virginia. We are one of Virginia’s fastest-growing counties with a diverse population of 470,000 citizens and over 300,000 registered voters.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
The General Registrar is an appointed state employee and sworn official with overall responsibility for administering the provisions of Virginia election laws under guidelines established by the State Board of Elections and the Prince William County Electoral Board, including the duties and powers of the General Registrar as stated in Title 24.2 of the Code of Virginia and in compliance with other federal, state and local laws and policies. With yearly and frequent elections, the General Registrar is responsible for the oversight of a large and complex voter registration and election administration agency with approximately 20 full-time employees and more than 1,000 election officers. The General Registrar consults with, advises and reports to the Prince William County Electoral Board on all issues relative to election administration and voter registration.The General Registrar, working with the Electoral Board identifies suitable polling places, acquires and test voting and other equipment, recruits and trains Officers of Election, and obtains technical support and financial resources. Learn more about us on a virtual tour by clicking here.
PREFERENCES
The Board is seeking an innovative leader with demonstrated management experience and political acumen. It is critical that the General Registrar have excellent interpersonal skills and a high level of multi-cultural sensitivity to work effectively with a diverse community and employee population and a complex hierarchy. This is an executive management position that reports to the three-person County Electoral Board. The General Registrar must effectively manage the Office of Elections budget of approximately $3 million. Experience with election law in the Commonwealth of Virginia, preferred.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Successful candidate must be (or must become within 30 days of appointment) a registered voter in Prince William County, Virginia.SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS
Monday – Friday with flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.LIVE HERE…. WORK HERE…..Prince William County (PWC) is a beautiful historic community located about 30 miles from our nations Capital. We have excellent schools, beautiful parks and cultural opportunities for the entire family. PWC Government offers excellent pay, a comprehensive benefits package, generous leave accrual and access to training and career development opportunities.
This position will excite individuals ready to accept the challenge to run secure elections in the 21st century… If this describes you, APPLY TODAY!
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Elections DirectorEmployer: Jefferson CountyLocation: Golden , COCategory: Director
Jefferson County Government, CO
Close Date: 05/10/21
Full time-$87,014.48-$139,223.15
Category:Executive Management
CR Administration
Purpose
Are you seeking more than a paycheck?Do you want to serve your community in a way that’s friendly, composed, and professional? At JeffCo, we are looking for customer-focused individuals just like YOU who take pride in their work, have an eye for detail, and believe in a positive attitude. Whether you are coming from a job where travel is mandatory, or leaving a company with an overwhelming schedule, you can find a better quality of life working with the JeffCo community. We offer exciting benefits such as flex time, generous holiday schedules, and regular business hours so you can stay put, spend more time with family, and enjoy all the amenities Jefferson County has to offer!
If you are looking for a great opportunity for your career to take off, then this position welcomes you to work for a County that thrives on working collaboratively and overcoming challenges. We are seeking someone who has a strong work-ethic, is a self-starter, loves what they do and is motivated to share their knowledge and experience with those who they work with.
The Elections Director leads the division responsible for planning, organizing, and executing the federal, state, and local elections in one of the top swing counties in the country. With significant autonomy, the Elections Director performs high-level technical and administrative activities, responsible both for setting the division’s strategy and ensuring flawless day-to-day operations, as required in elections. The Elections Director also liaises with internal and external stakeholders, fostering collaboration from across the political spectrum for all the division’s activities.The ideal candidate will be a solutions-driven professional with a desire to set the bar for accessible, efficient, and transparent election administration. This person must be innovative and data-driven, must be relentlessly detail-oriented, and must come to work every day thinking how to further expand the accessibility of our elections, while also ensuring their integrity and security. The candidate must also have the proven ability to move between diverse tasks with ease, and must thrive in a high-stress, high-scrutiny environment.
Leading project management for the administration of federal, state, coordinated, recall, and special elections for Jefferson County.
Overseeing administration, development, and maintenance of voter registration.
Performing managerial duties for full time employees of the division, including performance management, training, and employee relations.
Planning, testing, and scrutinizing to ensure the utmost security of election administration and election data.
Innovating and collaborating to enable maximum voter participation and accessibility.
Studying national and state best practices and working to implement efficiencies using data and metrics.
Providing accessibility and transparency by answering constituent questions about Jefferson County elections.
Ensuring compliance with applicable election laws, Secretary of State election rules, and county policy through appropriate certification, training, and communication for division staff.
Coordinating with Public and Government Affairs Director to facilitate voter education and outreach.
Participating in state statute and rule-making review with Secretary of State and Colorado County Clerks Association.
Coordinating, attending, and contributing to meetings on behalf of the division with internal and external stakeholders.
Preparing and administering the division’s annual budget.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum qualificationsBachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Five (5) or more years of elections administration experience.
Three (3) or more years of supervisory experience.
Preferred qualificationsColorado elections administration experience strongly preferred.
Familiarity with election law and Colorado Secretary of State rules required.
Strong supervisory skills.
Experience working with stakeholders across the political spectrum.
Excellent written and oral communicator.
Experience with data analysis and setting KPIs.
Availability to work much more than 40 hours per week during election time, and to be accessible by phone and email after hours.
Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, high-scrutiny, public-facing office.
Recruitment Process: You are able to see your status and any communication when you log into your candidate portal. Listed below are the steps in our recruiting process:Once the job bulletin has closed, the Talent Acquisition Team evaluates all applications based on the minimum requirements listed in the qualifications section of the job bulletin.
Next, the Talent Acquisition Team reviews applications for the preferred skills. While these skills are not a requirement for the position, they will contribute to the success of the new hire in this role. These skills are scored and the highest scoring applicants will be forwarded to the next step.
The next step includes the hiring team reviewing applications and deciding who to contact for a phone screen/interview. The number of applications forwarded for Manager Review depends on the hiring teams request and can range from 10 applications to everyone who meets minimum requirements; not everyone who makes it to Manager Review is guaranteed an interview.
If the hiring team wishes to speak with you further, they will reach out to you via phone call or email using the contact information listed on your application. You may receive emails asking you to complete a task within your candidate portal and it is important that you are receiving our emails as we do not want you to miss out on an opportunity.
The time frame for contacting applicants depends on the hiring team’s schedule/workload and how many applications were referred for manager review. Please note that Jefferson County receives on average over 100 applications per job bulletin.Thank you for your patience and for your interest in Jefferson County Government! We wish you success through this process. Do not forget to sign up for Job Interest Alerts through your candidate portal to receive email alerts for future positions you are interested in.
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Director/Deputy DirectorEmployer: Belmont CountyLocation: St. Clairsville, OHCategory: Administration
Director or Deputy Director – Republican Party
Belmont County Board of ElectionsThe Belmont County Board of Elections is accepting applications for the position of Director or Deputy Director of the Belmont County Board of Elections. This position is responsible for preparing and conducting all elections held in Belmont County. The Director and Deputy Director oversee all operations involved in the election process in accordance with Title 35 of the Ohio Revised Code, policies and procedures of the State of Ohio and federal election laws. The Director and Deputy Director perform work of considerable difficulty and must be adaptable and able to perform in a stressful environment, emergency situations and during an election cycle, long work hours, including evenings and weekends. Additionally, the Director and Deputy Director’s responsibilities include but are not limited to the management of an annual budget; enforcing board policies on purchasing, personnel and legal matters; staffing, training, supervise the processing of voter records, audit campaign finance reports, calculate charge backs to political subdivisions and election planning for a public agency. The Director and Deputy Director report to a four-member bi-partisan board. The Director and Deputy Director must be of opposite political parties. The candidate for this posting must be a member of the Republican Party, be a resident elector of Belmont County or be able to relocate within 30 days of employment. Applicants must agree to a background check.
The Belmont County Board of Elections is seeking an exceptional and professional administrator with a documented record of accomplishments and experience. The successful candidate must display strong leadership and communication skills to assume the role of Director or Deputy Director and must have the ability to develop and implement progressive elections procedures and work practices.
Qualifications also include a demonstrated ability to solve problems within the scope of responsibility, present ideas effectively and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the Belmont County Board of Elections, the Ohio Secretary of State’s Office, the County Commissioners, other elected officials, employees, community representatives and the general public. It is desired that the successful candidate will have a college education and possess knowledge of and have experience in Ohio election laws and procedures including an understanding of computer information systems.
Applicants are subject to a criminal background check and must identify their political party on their application. Under Ohio Law, the Director and Deputy Director may not be of the same political party.
Deadline to submit an application is 4:00 pm on Friday, May 21, 2021.
Please submit a letter of interest, resume, completed application and Form 307 to:
Belmont County Board of Elections
52180 National Rd.
PO Box 994
St. Clairsville, OH 43950A full job description and application can be found on the Belmont County Board of Elections website: boe.ohio.gov/belmont/
The Belmont County Board of Elections is an equal opportunity employer
DIRECTOR & DEPUTY DIRECTOR
1. Minimum Qualifications
Education
A candidate for director or deputy director of a board of elections must have a high school diploma or have attained the equivalency of a high school diploma (GED). College level education is desired.Election related experience and skills
A candidate for director or deputy director of a board of elections must have a baseline understanding of the rules, processes, procedures, and equipment used in local election administration, including:i. Operating voting machines used in the county and other automated office equipment;
ii. Managing a successful and efficient database;
iii. Using, understanding and applying election law terminology;
iv. Knowing the basics of Ohio’s “sunshine laws” governing open meetings and public records; and
v. Receiving and implementing assignments and instructions from board members and Secretary of State’s office;General managerial experience and skills
A candidate for director or deputy director of a board of elections must, to the satisfaction of a majority of the board, have the experience and capability to manage the day-to-day operations of that county’s board of elections (this requirement is scalable to the size and needs of the local operation). To this end, the candidate must possess:
i. Effective written and interpersonal communication abilities;
ii. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail;
iii. Familiarity with relevant state and federal human resources policies and practices;
iv. Familiarity with the handling of budgets and public appropriation of funds;
v. Ability to perform duties assigned by the law, the county board of elections, and/or the Secretary of State;
vi. Ability to convey or exchange information, including giving and managing assignments or direction to board personnel;
vii. Ability to adapt and to perform in a professional manner under stressful or emergency situations;
viii. Ability to comprehend a variety of informational documents; and
ix. Ability to conduct self at all times in a professional and courteous manner.Successful completion of a criminal background check
Before being selected as director or deputy director by a county board of elections, the candidate must complete Form 307 (kept on file with the board of elections), and pass, to the satisfaction of a majority of the
board members as described below, at minimum, a statewide criminal background check conducted at the expense of the board of elections.Job Descriptions
i. Prepare and conduct all primary, general, and special elections held in the county;
ii. Process, evaluate, and report election results;
iii. Recruit and train precinct election officials;
iv. Supervise the processing of voter records;
v. Keep a full and true record of the proceedings of the board and all moneys received and expended;
vi. File and preserve in the board office all orders, records, and reports pertaining to the administration of voter registrations and elections;
vii. Prepare the minutes of board meetings;
viii. Audit campaign finance reports;
ix. Calculate charge backs to political subdivisions;
x. Receive and have custody of all books, papers, and property belonging to the board;
xi. Perform such other duties in connection with the office of director and the proper conduct of elections as the Secretary of State and board determine;
xii. Review all Directives, Advisories, Memoranda, correspondence and materials issued by the Secretary of State and take action as required by those communications;
xiii. Supervise and instruct board employees, assign work, coordinate activities, make recommendations concerning hiring, responsibilities, compensation, discipline, and discharge of board employees; and
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Deputy DirectorEmployer: Geauga County Board of ElectionsLocation: Chardon, OHCategory: Administration
NOTICE OF JOB OPPORTUNITY
The Geauga County Board of Elections is seeking applicants for the position of Director/Deputy Director. The applicant must be a registered Democrat and be a resident of Geauga County within 30 days of being hired. Applicants must provide a cover letter, resume, and Secretary of State Form 307. Applications shall be submitted to the Geauga County Board of Elections, 470 Center St. Bldg. 6, Chardon, OH 44024 Attention Janet M. Carson or email janetcarson2020@gmail.com no later than May 3, 2021, by 4:00 PM.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: A candidate for Director must possess at least a high school diploma or a (GED). College-level education is preferred. Specialized training and/or certification in the various aspects of election administration is to be most preferred in evaluating the education background of applicants.
Election-related experience and skills: operating voting machines used in the county and other automated office equipment; comprehension of successful and efficient database management, including cooperating with Ohio Secretary of State on the statewide registered voter database; using interpreting and applying election law terminology and language; assisting any person, without regard to that person’s political affiliation, who asks the board office for information which is within the scope of the board’s jurisdiction, including public records requests; receiving and implementing assignments and instructions from board members and Secretary of State’s office; performing all other duties as assigned, delegated or required of the Director including those prescribed by law, rule or directive; travel as needed, attend training including out of the county as approved by the board or required by the Secretary of State. General managerial experience and skills: possession of effective written and interpersonal communication abilities; strong organizational skills and attention to detail; familiarity with human resources policies and practices, including familiarity with equal opportunity employment practices; familiarity with handling budgets and public appropriation of funds; assignments or direction to board personnel; ability to be adaptable and to perform in stressful or emergency situations; ability to comprehend a variety of informational documents; ability to conduct self at all times professionally and courteously. Candidates must have an acceptable driving record.
Successful applicant will be subject to a criminal background check
A copy of the evaluation rubric is available upon request.
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Customer Support ConsultantEmployer: Hart InterCivicLocation: Austin, TXCategory: Customer Service
The Customer Support Consultant is responsible for providing application and hardware support to Hart InterCivic customers via telephone and email for all Hart InterCivic products. The Customer Support Consultant is also responsible for monitoring all requests to ensure efficient, effective resolution. The successful Customer Support Consultant will work directly with customers and other staff members. The position is responsible for responding to customer contacts, dealing with issues in a professional manner, providing technical direction to customers in a manner they can understand and being a customer advocate. The Customer Support Consultant must have outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
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Campaign Finance DirectorEmployer: North Carolina State Board of ElectionsLocation: Raleigh, NCCategory: Director
The N.C. State Board of Elections is the statewide agency that supervises elections administration, enforces campaign finance requirements, and conducts associated investigations. The State Board ensures uniform implementation of state and federal election laws and appoints local officials serving on county boards of elections. The Board is composed of five individuals appointed by the Governor from lists of nominees submitted by the chairs of the two political parties having the highest number of registered affiliates. Agency staff are civil servants subject to the State Personnel Act.
Primary Purpose of the Division:
The Campaign Finance Division is responsible for the administration of campaign finance disclosure, auditing, and the penalty process for non-compliance with laws and regulations. The division processes and audits all reports submitted at the state level, provides guidance and training to county boards of elections for county level filing, and ensures training is provided to committees as required by statute.Primary Purpose of the Position:
The primary purpose of this position is to oversee the agency’s administration of campaign finance disclosure, auditing, and the non-compliance process, supervise the program analysts and disclosure specialists, and develop processes, procedures, policies, and training for the laws and regulations for state and county campaign finance administration and for committee treasurers, candidates, and other regulated entities. This position works collaboratively with other agency divisions including Election Administration, Training & Outreach, Business Operations, Legal, and Investigations. The position works closely with the Associate General Counsel focused on campaign finance to ensure policies and procedures are legally compliant. This position works with legal and investigations to provide input on campaign finance investigations. It also provides recommendations on policies, advisory opinions, and investigations to the agency’s executive director and board members as needed.Description of Work:
Direct and supervise administration of campaign finance disclosure, auditing, and the non-compliance process. Develop processes, procedures, and policies for State and county campaign finance administration. Possesses in-depth knowledge of accounting practices, complex auditing processes, and campaign finance law and procedures.Supervise campaign finance staff, ensuring training, accuracy, and adherence to standard operating procedures and program goals.
Provide guidance on investigations. Analyze, evaluate, and make recommendations to the agency’s executive director and board members regarding campaign finance policies, advisory opinions, and investigations.
Work with the Training and Outreach Team to develop and deliver training for county directors, committee treasurers, candidates, and other regulated entities.
Work with the county boards of elections to support county level filing and auditing and ensure communication with county staff regarding non-compliant committees and other filers that file reports with the county board of elections.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES / COMPETENCIES:
• Proficient knowledge of accounting practices and procedures as related to campaign finance administration.
• Thorough knowledge of and ability to interpret, apply, and communicate statutory regulations pertaining to campaign finance policies, statutes, and regulations.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, recommend, and implement campaign finance policy, processes, and procedural guidelines.
• Ability to plan, organize, and supervise the work of others.
• Ability to train and manage employees engaged in specific campaign finance programs and achieve program goals.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, multiple governmental agencies, county election officials, and the general public.
• Ability to convey information clearly and concisely either verbally or in writing to ensure that the intended audience understands the information.
• Ability to listen and respond appropriately to others.
• Ability to remain flexible to meet constantly changing and sometimes opposing demands.
• Ability to quickly learn new business concepts and processes.
• Ability to work independently and use sound judgment in making decisions.
• Ability to travel in-state, as needed.MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of program experience related to the area of assignment, including one year of supervisory program experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.SUPPLEMENTAL AND CONTACT INFORMATION:
**PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION ON-LINE USING THIS WEBSITE **All applicants must complete and submit a State application for employment using the NEOGOV Online Job Application System (http://www.oshr.nc.gov/jobs/) for the State of North Carolina. To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. Attached or incorporated resumes (including Text Resumes on application form) WILL NOT be used for screening for qualifying credit. Please make sure you complete the application in full. “See Resume” or “See Attachment” will NOT be accepted. Other attachments (except a DD-214 copy) will also be accepted, but not used in screening for qualifying credit. Applicants are required to scan and attach a copy of their DD-214 (Form 4 or Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) or discharge orders if they wish to obtain Veteran’s preference. Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click “Application Status”. It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application.
If you are having technical issues submitting your application, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting, other than your application status, please contact the Elections and Ethics Human Resources Office.CONTACT INFORMATION
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Human Resources Management Office
430 N. Salisbury Street
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Bilingual Coordinator/ClerkEmployer: York CountyLocation: York, PACategory: Bilingual Coordinator
$11.50/hr, 40 hours/week.
Position Summary:
Assists in the voter registration and election process. Coordinates all bilingual activities of the Election/Voter Registration Office.ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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* Assemble and pack supplies for local election boards.
* Answer telephone.
* Assist in the voter registration and election process including scanning signatures.
* Assist at the front counter.
* File as required.
* Assist Spanish-speaking voters, candidates and other members of the public through interpretation and service.
* Coordinate all bilingual activities of the Election/Voter Registration Office.
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Administrative Specialist III (Ballot Collection Lead)Employer: King County ElectionsLocation: Renton, WACategory: Specialist
This is an amazing opportunity to be engaged in the election process! The Department of Elections is recruiting a Ballot Collection Lead for the Elections Services Division. Under the direction of the Ballot Collection & Logistics Supervisor, this position will provide logistical support for ballot collection, fleet, and warehouse tasks and lead processes, projects and temporary staff. With over 70 ballot drop box locations throughout King County, this is a work group that continues to grow and evolve. This is a great opportunity for a detail oriented person with warehouse/receiving, data entry and strong interpersonal skills.
WHO WE ARE: King County Elections (KCE) manages voter registrations and elections for more than 1.4 million voters in King County, the largest vote-by-mail county in the United States. KCE’s mission is to conduct fair, open and accurate elections. As a leader in providing inclusive elections, KCE is focused on three key priorities – (1) actively identifying and working to remove barriers to voting at both the individual and community level, (2) strengthening relationships with community and governmental partners, and (3) creating a culture of professional growth and development, openness and inclusion. Learn more at www.kingcounty.gov/elections.aspx .
The Department of Elections is searching for an energetic and resourceful professional who likes to “get stuff done”. The Ballot Collection Lead position in the Elections Department combines an exciting, fast-paced environment with the opportunity to cultivate talents and apply a variety of skills. The ideal candidate will thrive in an innovative, fast-paced environment and will not hesitate to roll up both sleeves, work hard, have fun, and get the job done.
WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to all qualified applicants. The most competitive applicants will be contacted for further steps in the selection process.
WORK SCHEDULE: This position is subject to the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is overtime eligible. The workweek is typically 35 hours per week, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Position is expected to be able to work during sudden changes to schedule that may include early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays during designated election times. Mandatory overtime (including weekends or evenings) will be required during elections and other peak work periods.
REQUIRED MATERIALS: A completed online King County employment Application at www.kingcounty.gov/jobs and a Resume and Cover Letter are required and should be attached before submitting your application. The cover letter should describe how your skills and experience meet or exceed the requirements of the job.
JOB DUTIES:
King County Elections believes in working in a very agile working environment. Creating a team that delivers now and in the future is very important. There may be various job duties that you could be assigned to including:
• Using established expectations and measurement guidelines, assist in developing the expected returns forecast and propose staffing and ballot collection methods for each election.
• Distribute work load among short term temporary employees, provide direction and training and monitor the quality and completion of work.
• Assist in establishing work methods and recommending changes in work load and procedures to improve work processes.
• Organize and coordinate work activities, assist in employee selection, and provide input on the performance of staff.
• Provide direction to driving teams and drop box closers, including assigning teams, training and dispatching workgroups, ballot security during transit, and troubleshooting emergent issues.
• Assist with drop box collection and closing needs including box integrity and maintenance, election night security and supplies.
• Interpret established policies, procedures, and regulations to employees and customers.• Research and resolve questions, problems, or inquiries from staff, citizens, and stakeholders.
• May also provide assistance with ballot delivery, proofing the Voter’s pamphlet, performing data entry, retrieving and editing records, and providing excellent customer service.
EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS:
• Experience providing oversight to a diverse group of workers in a team focused environment.
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent verbal and written communication including instruction, training, and feedback.
• Work experience that includes maintaining and tracking data, data analysis, and designing and maintaining data sources.
• Experience presenting information to large diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability maintaining a professional demeanor and providing timely and reliable customer service preferably in a public environment.
• Demonstrated skill in handling stressful situations effectively while maintaining composure.
• Experience maintaining confidentiality, while sharing the right information with the appropriate people.
• Demonstrated ability managing quickly changing priorities and quickly changing information. Ability to assess the need for a change of course and then implement the adjustment clearly and decisively.
• Experience in problem solving, research, analysis and assessing information requiring initiative and a self-starter.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a busy environment with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Ability to work cooperatively with a variety of individuals in a team environment.
• Demonstrated comfort with the use of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, email and electronic record filing systems to create correspondence and spreadsheets, send and receive information, access and analyze data, and develop reports and outreach materials.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:• Knowledge and proficient use of routing or logistical software (Marshall GIS LiGo, ESRI Workforce, etc.).
• Experience with Microsoft Office SharePoint and Teams.• Experience with dispatch processes.
• Working knowledge of election operations.King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
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No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation -
Administrative Specialist II (Elections Specialist)Employer: King County ElectionsLocation: Renton, WACategory: Specialist
This is an amazing opportunity to be engaged in the election process!
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The Department of Elections – is searching for energetic and resourceful professionals who like to “get stuff done”. The Administrative Specialist II positions in the Election Services Division combine an exciting, fast-paced environment with the opportunity to cultivate talents and apply a variety of skills. The ideal candidate will have a desire to help ensure the democratic process through public service. They will thrive in an innovative environment and will not hesitate to roll up both sleeves, work hard, have fun, and get the job done. King County Elections (KCE) manages voter registrations and elections for more than 1.3 million voters in King County, the largest vote-by-mail county in the United States. KCE’s mission is to conduct fair, open and accurate elections. As a leader in providing inclusive elections, KCE is focused on three key priorities – (1) actively identifying and working to remove barriers to voting at both the individual and community level, (2) strengthening relationships with community and governmental partners, and (3) creating a culture of professional growth and development, openness and inclusion. Learn more at www.kingcounty.gov/elections.aspx . Who May Apply: This position is open to all qualified applicants. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process. Work Schedule: This position is subject to the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible. The workweek is typically 35 hours per week, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. We require the flexibility to work additional hours during peak periods of the Election cycle that may occur outside of typical business hours. Materials Required to Apply: A completed online King County employment application at www.kingcounty.gov/jobs and a Resume and Cover Letter is required with your submission. The cover letter should describe how your skills and experience meet or exceed the requirements of the job.
JOB DUTIES:
King County Elections believes in working in a very agile working environment. Creating a team that delivers now and in the future is very important. There may be various job duties that you could be assigned to including:
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers in person, via telephone, and via e-mail by processing voter registrations, communicating election program information and explaining election procedures, guidelines and regulations.
• Perform production-level computer work which includes accurate data entry and retrieving and editing records.
• Organize and coordinate work activities and assist with providing training and one-onone instruction to diverse staff.
• Provide assistance with ballot delivery including proofing Voter’s Pamphlets and ballots.
• Set up records and file documents in both electronic and paper formats.
• Review documents for proper format, accuracy, completion, eligibility, and other legal guidelines.
• Utilize spreadsheets, word documents and reports to track and document performance data.
• Research and resolve questions from staff, citizens and stakeholders.
• Document and improve work processes, procedures and instructions.
• Assist with ballot collection by accompanying a driver to empty ballots from ballot drop boxes and securely transport them back to the elections office.
EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS:
• Attention to detail and proofreading skills.
• Ability to maintain the integrity and confidentiality of the position.
• Commitment to providing excellent verbal and written customer service to everyone. This can be demonstrated through establishing and maintaining effective relationships, and building rapport with a variety of people through active, attentive listening, and respect for differing backgrounds and points of view.
• Demonstrated comfort with the use of personal computers, email and electronic record filing systems to create correspondence and spreadsheets, send and receive information, access and analyze data, and develop reports and outreach materials.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow directions with strict rules and regulations.
• Ability to gain knowledge of elections terminology.
• Ability to stand or sit for periods of time as required.
• Ability to bend, kneel, stand, reach, climb, stoop, squat, lift and/or move 25 lbs. of ballots.
Desired Qualifications:• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite – specifically Word, Excel, SharePoint, and MS Teams.
• Initiative in taking on new tasks and projects.
• Familiarity with diverse communities and direct community based or customer service-based experience is preferred.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Travel to work locations throughout King County with limited or no public transportation services is required. A valid Washington State Driver’s License is required to operate King County vehicles.
UNION: This position is represented by Teamsters Local 117, Professional & Technical and Administrative Employees. - There were no results matching the selected filters