Deputy Director of Elections

Anson County • Anson County, NC

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About The Position

The Deputy Director of Elections assists the Director of Elections with administrative and technical work for the Anson County Board of Elections. The position manages voter registration activities and database records, coordinates candidate filing, supports election operations, and provides service to the public. The Deputy Director is expected to use independent judgment, professionalism, tact, and strong organizational and computer skills, and to work accurately under strict deadlines, especially during election periods. Work must comply with North Carolina election laws and policies established by the Anson County Board of Elections. Performance is evaluated based on efficiency, accuracy, and the effectiveness of election operations. The Deputy Director must be prepared to assume responsibility for office operations and decision-making when the Director is unavailable.

The role requires a high school diploma and considerable administrative experience involving significant public contact. The employee must obtain Notary Public certification within six months of employment and Elections Administrator certification from the State Board of Elections within three years; the Board pays for both certifications. The employee must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina driver’s license and a driving record that meets county requirements, and attend required state conferences, district meetings, and statutory trainings.

Work takes place in a professional environment requiring sound judgment and independent decision-making. Physical requirements include using standard and specialized office and election equipment, occasionally exerting up to 30 pounds of force, and walking or standing for significant periods. Some arm or leg controls may require more force than is typical for sedentary work, even when seated for most of the day.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Considerable administrative experience involving significant public contact.
• Strong knowledge of North Carolina election laws, procedures, and State Board of Elections regulations.
• Extensive administrative skills, including document management, scheduling, organization, and professional communication.
• Advanced computer proficiency, including databases, word processing, and spreadsheets.
• Ability to troubleshoot and perform basic maintenance on county voting equipment.
• Ability to work independently under strict deadlines during election cycles.
• Ability to create, maintain, and audit accurate voter and election files and generate custom reports.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, staff, precinct officials, candidates, media, and the public.
• Obtain Notary Public certification within six months of employment; certification is paid for by the Anson Board of Elections.
• Obtain Elections Administrator certification from the State Board of Elections within three years; certification is paid for by the Anson Board of Elections.
• Possess and maintain a valid North Carolina driver’s license and a driving record that meets county requirements.
• Attend required state conferences, district meetings, and statutory trainings.

Responsibilities

• Assist with voter registration, verify DMV and Social Services registration records, contact applicants for additional information, notify rejected applicants, and prepare and mail voter registration cards.
• Maintain the voter registration database in the SEIMS system by entering new registrations, updating existing records, auditing and removing ineligible voters, and maintaining Social Services declination records.
• Prepare or assist with voter reports for candidates, political parties, media, and other requestors.
• Provide customer service about voter registration, precinct locations, and election procedures.
• Assist with candidate filing by receiving fees, providing reporting materials, notarizing required forms, and explaining compliance requirements.
• Assist with required state and local reports, correspondence, and public notices.
• Help prepare for Anson County Board of Elections meetings and attend board meetings.
• Prepare for elections, prepare materials, test voting equipment, assist with voter education, and help train part-time staff and precinct officials.
• Assist with receiving and mailing absentee ballot requests and maintain and update precinct management guides and registration drive packets.
• Prepare precinct supply boxes, assist with equipment delivery, conduct one-stop voting, provide Election Day field support and equipment troubleshooting, and assist with verifying election results.
• Oversee or assist with the intake, tracking, and fulfillment of public information requests; review requested materials for compliance with public records laws; coordinate collection of responsive documents; ensure timely and accurate responses; and document requests and disclosures.
• Assume responsibility for office operations and decision-making when the Director is unavailable.

Benefits

• The Anson Board of Elections will pay for Notary Public certification.
• The Anson Board of Elections will pay for Elections Administrator certification.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED