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Job Location drjobs

Pierre, SD - USA

Yearly Salary drjobs

$ 46000 - 52000

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Job ID: 31266
Agency: Secretary of State
Location:Pierre SDSalary: $46000$52000 Annual Salary depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: E99
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

This is a FullTime position with the South Dakota Secretary of State. For more information on the Office of the Secretary of State please visit .

The Secretary of States office is currently seeking an Elections Communication and Education Coordinator to serve as a key member of the Election Team. This position plays a vital role in overseeing public education efforts coordinating communication related to elections and supporting election administration. The Coordinator will also be crosstrained in election operations to provide assistance as needed. This position begins July 1 2025.

Primary Responsibilities:
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for electionrelated public inquiries including media requests.
  • Develop and maintain electionrelated public education materials website content and informational resources.
  • Plan and coordinate SOS County Auditor workshops webinar trainings and voter outreach initiatives.
  • Assist in managing social media and external communications related to election processes and voter education.
  • Oversee publication updates including election manuals and guides.
  • Assist with special projects or assignments as needed.
  • Record meeting minutes as needed.
  • Support records management and public records requests.
  • Other duties as assigned.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
  • Strong communication and writing skills to clearly and concisely convey electionrelated information.
  • The ability to work independently while contributing effectively in a team environment.
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
  • A professional and diplomatic approach to customer service both internally and externally.
  • The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with election officials candidates elected officials media representatives and the public.
  • A commitment to confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
  • The ability to handle difficult interactions over the phone and in person with patience and understanding.

Knowledge of:
  • Microsoft Office products: Outlook Excel Word PowerPoint Teams and other desktop tools.
  • Social media and digital communication platforms.
  • Public information and outreach strategies (preferred but not required).

This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form I9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using EVerify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays generous vacation and sick leave accrual dental vision and other insurance options and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online:
You must apply online emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email:

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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Employment Type

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