Registrar of Voters
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Job Location:
Oakland, CA - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 226116 - 274788
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Introduction
The County of Alameda invites applications for: Registrar of Voters
The County of Alameda (County) is conducting a national search for a dedicated visionary and highlyskilled Registrar of Voters (ROV) to lead one of Californias most dynamic and diverse electionjurisdictions. This executive position plays a central role in ensuring that every eligible voter canparticipate in free fair and transparent elections. The next ROVs sole scope will be to lead theRegistrar of Voters department focusing exclusively on election administration strategic planninglegal compliance public trust-building and modern operational excellence.
This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of elections in a major California county and to lead anorganization committed to innovation transparency and civic equity.
The salary range for this position is $226116-$274788 annually. The successful candidate will receive ahighly competitive salary with an excellent benefits package that considers the candidates experiencequalifications and track record of success.
DESCRIPTION
ABOUT THE COUNTY
Alameda County is one of Californias most populous and diverse counties serving over 1.6 millionresidents. Governed under a charter form of government the County is led by a five-memberBoard of Supervisors which sets policy oversees operations approves the annual budget andrepresents the County regionally. The Board-appointed County Administrator directs departmentsin delivering programs aligned with Vision 2036 the Countys forward-thinking strategic frameworkfocused on equity well-being and thriving communities. The County employs over 10000 staffacross 21 agencies and departments and manages a $6.1 billion annual budget providing vitalservices including health care social services public works elections criminal justice and otherpublic and safety net services common to county government.
ABOUT THE COMMUNITY
Alameda County offers a wide range of cultural and recreational opportunities including theOakland Museum Oakland Symphony Fairyland Oakland Zoo Chabot Space and Science Centeras well as an extensive regional park system. The inland Tri-Valley wine country Niles Canyon theFairgrounds and renowned Lawrence Livermore and Sandia National Laboratories provideadditional venues for leisure exploration and learning. The region is also home to distinguishedacademic institutions such as the University of California Berkeley and California State UniversityEast Bay. Convenient transportation options include the Oakland International Airport Bay AreaRapid Transit (BART) and the San Francisco Bay Ferry system.
Alameda County offers a wide range of cultural and recreational opportunities including theOakland Museum Oakland Symphony Fairyland Oakland Zoo Chabot Space and Science Centeras well as an extensive regional park system. The inland Tri-Valley wine country Niles Canyon theFairgrounds and renowned Lawrence Livermore and Sandia National Laboratories provideadditional venues for leisure exploration and learning. The region is also home to distinguishedacademic institutions such as the University of California Berkeley and California State UniversityEast Bay. Convenient transportation options include the Oakland International Airport Bay AreaRapid Transit (BART) and the San Francisco Bay Ferry system.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT
The County Registrar of Voters department is charged with administeringelections in Alameda County. Core responsibilities include registering eligiblevoters preparing and mailing ballots recruiting and training elections workerssetting up polling stations/vote centers and conducting local state and federalelections in a fair accurate and efficient manner while working in conjunction with the Secretaryof State and the many levels of government (including cities school boards and other localdistricts) that place matters on the ballot. Examples of other duties include processing candidatenominating petitions and other candidate services establishing/updating voting precinctstabulating and certifying election results and conducting outreach to encourage broad voterparticipation across the Countys diverse communities.
The County Registrar of Voters department is charged with administeringelections in Alameda County. Core responsibilities include registering eligiblevoters preparing and mailing ballots recruiting and training elections workerssetting up polling stations/vote centers and conducting local state and federalelections in a fair accurate and efficient manner while working in conjunction with the Secretaryof State and the many levels of government (including cities school boards and other localdistricts) that place matters on the ballot. Examples of other duties include processing candidatenominating petitions and other candidate services establishing/updating voting precinctstabulating and certifying election results and conducting outreach to encourage broad voterparticipation across the Countys diverse communities.
THE ROLE: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The ROV serves as the Countys chief election administration executive and department headappointed by the Board of Supervisors to lead all aspects of voter registration and electionoperations. The role provides strategic direction oversight and accountability for the planningconduct and certification of elections; the management of voting systems and technology; theintegrity of voter records; and the implementation of evolving State and Federal election laws. Withresponsibility for year-round operational readiness the ROV directs a multifaceted organizationthat oversees ballot design and production precinct and mapping systems vote tabulation publicinformation petition verification and large-scale staffing for election events ensuring accessibletransparent accurate and timely election services for all Alameda County voters.
The ROV serves as the Countys chief election administration executive and department headappointed by the Board of Supervisors to lead all aspects of voter registration and electionoperations. The role provides strategic direction oversight and accountability for the planningconduct and certification of elections; the management of voting systems and technology; theintegrity of voter records; and the implementation of evolving State and Federal election laws. Withresponsibility for year-round operational readiness the ROV directs a multifaceted organizationthat oversees ballot design and production precinct and mapping systems vote tabulation publicinformation petition verification and large-scale staffing for election events ensuring accessibletransparent accurate and timely election services for all Alameda County voters.
Executive Leadership & Governance
Provide vision strategic direction and operational excellence in all election functions.
Lead a year-round team of 50 permanent staff and up to 1500 temporary workers duringmajor elections.
Collaborate effectively with the Board Elections Commission cities school districts andcommunity partners.
Election Operations & Technology
Oversee Vote-by-Mail processing Central Count operations and secure tabulation workflows.
Maintain chain-of-custody and asset-tracking systems using modern technology-supportedmethods.
Implement ranked-choice voting and youth voting effectively where authorized.
Ensure all voting systems are secure accurate tested and fully compliant.
Legal and Regulatory Compliance
Serve as the County expert in California Election Code federal requirements signatureverification and voter-roll maintenance.
Implement new legislative mandates including expanded electronic signature-cure processesand updated privacy/security protocols.
Transparency Communications & Public Engagement
Lead efforts to build trust through livestreams public observation multilingual outreach andrapid response to misinformation.
Expand civic education particularly around Ranked-Choice Voting (RCV) Youth Voting and ballotprocesses.
Fiscal Management & Human Resources (HR) Leadership
Manage a budget of over $32 million forecast variable election costs and pursuereimbursement.
Oversee large-scale workforce recruitment and multilingual staffing to meet community needs.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal ROV candidate is an accomplished executive leader highly knowledgeable of electionlaws and administration with the ability to demonstrate:
The ideal ROV candidate is an accomplished executive leader highly knowledgeable of electionlaws and administration with the ability to demonstrate:
Core Competencies
Strategic leadership and change management Deep knowledge of California and federal election law Operational excellence in large-scale logistics Public transparency and effective communication skills Financial stewardship and HR acumen Resilience integrity and commitment to nonpartisan professionalism
Technical Strengths
Experience with complex voting systems
Understanding of cybersecurity and technology oversight
Proficiency with asset-tracking and chain-of-custody systems
Equity & Community Leadership
Commitment to inclusive elections
Experience serving multilingual multicultural communities
Ability to design targeted turnout and education strategies
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate brings either two years of full-time experience as an Assistant Registrar ofVoters in the County or four years of full-time responsible managerial or administrative experiencein a public agency preferably with recent election management responsibilities.A bachelorsdegree in a related field from an accredited institution may substitute two (2) years of managerialor administrative experience.
The successful candidate exercises sound executive judgment in election administration anddemonstrates the organizational and political acumen necessary to guide ROV programs andservices. Preference will be given to candidates with a strong understanding of electionadministration principles election technologies voting procedures and federal and state electionlaws.
RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION PLAN
Candidates are encouraged to express interest early in the process for optimal consideration. Thisrecruitment is considered open until it is first consideration apply by March 20 2026.
Please submit a cover letter and acomprehensive resume to Monique Hill at:
SELECTION
The Countys Human Resource Services Department (HRS) will screen resumes against the criteriain this brochure and conduct preliminary interviews with the most qualified candidates. HRS willreport results to executive leadership and invite selected candidates to a formal interview process.
The County of Alameda is an equal opportunity employer.
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Just east of San Francisco Bay lies Alameda county. The county, which is governed by a five-member board of supervisors, includes the major cities of Hayward, Oakland, San Leandro, and Livermore. Fifty county departments handle services like behavioral health care, emergency medical, ... View more
