Elections and Registration Specialist 00050
Elections and Registration Specialist 00050
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Job Description
Title: Elections and Registration Specialist 00050
State Role Title: Program Administration Specialist II
Hiring Range: Up to $67000
Pay Band: 5
Agency: Department of Elections
Location:Department of Elections
Agency Website:www.elections.virginia
Recruitment Type: General Public G
Job Duties
About the Organization
The Department of Elections promotes and supports accurate fair open and secure elections for the citizens of the Commonwealth. Elect ensures the proper administration of election laws campaign finance disclosure compliance and voter registration processes in the state by promulgating rules regulations issuing instructions and providing information to local Electoral Boards and general registrars.
The Department of Elections envisions a highly modern efficient and professional electoral process that is trustworthy and accountable at all levels and engages Virginias diverse citizenry in the most fundamental right in a democratic society: the right to vote.
About the Position
The Elections and Registration Specialist ensures compliance with state and federal laws regarding the administration of elections. Collaborate with multiple internal and external partners to ensure the agency fosters an integrated approach to election administration policy and procedures. Provide appropriate guidance and support to Virginias election officials and Department of Elections (ELECT) staff via research process supervision and liaison activities.
Minimum Qualifications
Proven ability to work with accuracy and attention to detail while handling multiple tasks under strict deadlines
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team to provide services and meet goals
Exceptional organizational and analytical skills
Strong knowledge of office and records management personal computer equipment and office software
Ability to analyze develop and recommend procedures and implement quality control measures
Ability to collaborate with other team members to develop and deliver quality training materials
Ability to establish and utilize tracking mechanisms and compile reports for internal and external use
Ability to interpret election laws and explain their intent relating to election administration candidacy requirements conduct of elections and other elections related matters
Ability to work with local state and federal organizations as well as private individuals in order to promote service delivery
Knowledge of state and federal election law
Experience developing technical guidance and training materials
Knowledge of database system concepts and ability to use a centralized database to manage and track information
Additional Considerations
Experience in voter registration and election administration desired.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Must have or be able to obtain a drivers license.
The Virginia Department of Elections is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race religion color sex age national origin or disability. Applicants who need accommodations for an interview should request this in advance by emailing AmeriCorps Peace Corps and other National Service Alumni are encouraged to apply.
The selected candidate will have to complete a fingerprint based background check.
State employees who have been affected by Policy 1.3 Layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card) must submit the card BEFORE the closing date for this position. The card may be scanned and attached to the application or faxed to. Please include your name and the position number on the fax cover.
Contact Information
Name: Debbie WyattSmith
Phone:
Email:
In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). ServiceConnected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022 February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
