Training Program Specialist - BEVR

Charleston County Government•Sc 29405, SC

11d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join the Board of Voter Registration and Elections as a Training Program Specialist and play an essential role in preparing poll managers for success and ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of every election. The Board of Voter Registration and Elections is an award-winning organization committed to excellence in democracy and serving the community through the training of poll managers. The core mission is to organize elections with precision, fairness, and strict adherence to the law.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Education, Political Science, or a related field preferred.
Previous experience in training, team building/ group dynamics, or a similar role.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire a diverse range of audiences.
Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Proficiency in training platforms, content management systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Assisting the Training Manager with the planning, creation, development, implementation, execution, and evaluation of training programs (both in-person and online) for poll managers, staff, board members, and/or internal staff.
Coordinating and supporting all aspects of training logistics—before, during, and after sessions—such as arranging training spaces, scheduling, tracking attendance, managing passwords, preparing materials and supplies, and setting up and breaking down training sessions.
Conducting in-person and/or virtual poll manager training sessions, while demonstrating strong public speaking and writing skills.
Maintaining the county’s online poll manager training platform, providing prompt troubleshooting support, and ensuring accurate documentation from poll managers for county reporting and reimbursement purposes.
Performing administrative tasks such as answering phones, emails, filing, data entry, and reviewing reports for accuracy and compliance with reimbursement requirements.
Overseeing training checklists, preparing training materials and supplies, fulfilling supply orders, and maintaining inventory to ensure all necessary items are available for training sessions.
Assisting with the distribution of materials and auditing training supplies to confirm all items are accounted for after each session.
Participating in team and department meetings, as well as outreach events, and serving as a knowledgeable resource for other staff members.
Attending meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions, and reviewing publications and audiovisual materials to stay current on principles, practices, and developments related to the role.
Performing other duties as assigned.