Sr Elections Specialist

County of Mecklenburg, NC

2d • $52,132 - $78,198 • Onsite

About The Position

The Elections office is responsible for conducting all elections held in Mecklenburg County. Locally, we administer State election laws. Our principal functions include establishing election precincts and voting sites, appointing, and training precinct officials, preparing, and distributing ballots, voting equipment, canvassing, and certifying the ballots cast in elections, and investigating any voting irregularities. We maintain voter registration for Mecklenburg County and provide public information on voters and elections.

This position will report to the Board of Elections Office located at 3205 Freedom Dr. Charlotte, NC 28208. This is a warehouse position.

Work Schedule – Monday thru Friday, 8am-5pm daily, with some nights and weekends as needed in advance of and during active Election Cycles

Responsible for maintaining and updating registration records, including new registrations and making transfers, name and affiliation changes, removal of deceased persons, cancellations; challenges and file maintenance as required by state and federal statutes.

Position Summary
Perform technical procedures to ensure timely and accurate elections. This position, under minimal supervision, reviews information for precinct locations, maintains and updates precinct officials’ database, monitors the accuracy of the voter database, applies federal and state election laws and State Board of Election’s guidelines, follows changes in election law and guidelines and adjusts procedures accordingly.

Requirements

• Minimum of four years of experience in a business environment
• Associate’s Degree in Business Administration, Office Administration, or related field.
• Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted? Yes
• Participate in the state certification courses conducted by the NC State Board of Elections
• North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License Required
• Provide excellent customer service to the voters of Mecklenburg County through activities related to voter registration
• Ability to perform in a team setting and to work with and across the different divisions at the Board of Elections Office
• Proficient in various computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with elections and elections processes
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with the ability to adapt to change easily
• Prefer knowledge of North Carolina Statewide Election Information Management System (SEIMS)

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate data records by responding to voter requests submitted through electronic or hard-copy forms
• Respond to information provided by other government entities’ reports in accord with State Board of Elections policies
• Communicate with other NC counties electronic via email or through the statewide elections system
• Refer requests from other states to the appropriate entity at the State Board of Elections
• Respond to voter questions and requests for information verbally and in writing
• Print and mail correspondence to voters whose requests are missing key information, and process the voter responses
• Work as a member of elections call center (early voting and election day), responding to inquiries and logging resolutions in call center module
• Understand all aspects of early voting and election day procedures, including use of the Precinct Automation Device, DS200, ExpressVote, etc.
• Plan for elections by preparing and proofing poll book materials, attending and/or conducting required trainings
• Meet tight post-election deadlines prior to Canvass by sorting and organizing provisional ballots, conducting extensive and thorough research
• Identify process improvements and work with a multi-disciplinary team to streamline workflow
• Liaison to various government agencies which may include US Postal Service, Probation/Parole Officers, US Attorney’s Office

Benefits

• Salary Range: $52,132.00 - $78,198.00.
• Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree