Elections Manager

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Our government rests on the foundation of citizens choosing the representatives who govern us. Consequently the Johnson County Election Office manages voter registration precinct boundaries candidate filings and campaign reports and as mandated by the laws of Kansas administers all federal state and local elections for over 370000 registered voters and for more than 2300 elected positions in Johnson County.

The Election Manager of Polling Location and Workforce Services is responsible for the planning coordination and execution of all polling location operations election worker recruitment training and voting activities. This position operates under the direction of the Leadership Team and is responsible for implementing established strategies policies and operational plans to ensure successful election administration. This role combines leadership oversight with direct operational involvement requiring active engagement in day-to-day functions while guiding staff to ensure all polling locations are appropriately staffed trained equipped and prepared to deliver a consistent accurate and secure voting experience. The position is accountable for maintaining operational readiness ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and procedures and providing responsive support to election workers and voters throughout the election cycle. If you are looking for a rewarding experience then consider joining our Election Office as an Election Manager.

Essential Duties
Election Worker Recruitment Assignment and Training: Oversees and assists with the recruitment retention assignment and management of election workers to ensure all polling locations are staffed in accordance with forecasts and operational plans established by the Leadership Team. Directs the development maintenance and delivery of both in-person and online training programs ensuring all curriculum is accurate up to date and reflective of current laws policies and procedures. Ensures election workers are prepared to effectively perform their duties and deliver a consistent voter experience.

Polling Place Identification and Management: Assists in the identification evaluation and selection of polling locations including securing site agreements coordinating contracts conducting ADA accessibility assessments and negotiating site usage terms with a focus on minimizing or eliminating costs to taxpayers. Maintains relationships with facility partners and ensures all polling locations meet operational accessibility and security requirements.

Voting Operations and Voter Experience: Manages the execution of early in-person and election day voting operations ensuring all locations are fully operational staffed and equipped to meet voter demand. Ensures accuracy and accountability of work conducted by election workers. Serves as the first-level escalation point for voter inquiries concerns and complaints related to the voting process and ensures timely and accurate resolution in alignment with established policies and procedures. Reviews chain of custody documents to ensure they are accurately completed.

Election Hotline and Field Support Operations: Oversees and participates in the administration of the election hotline to support election workers and polling locations. Ensures all incoming calls issues and requests are properly documented tracked and resolved in a timely manner. Coordinates responses across divisions as needed to maintain continuity of operations and minimize disruptions to voting activities.

Operational Continuity and Coverage: Maintains working knowledge of all division functions and provides direct support or coverage as needed to ensure continuity of operations particularly during critical election periods staffing shortages or escalated issues. May be assigned other duties to support election operations as needed.

Confidentiality and Discretion: Handles sensitive and confidential information with a high degree of discretion ensuring appropriate handling and security of information.

Education/Qualification Requirements

• Bachelors degree in the following field(s) of study: Public Administration Political Science Information & Technology Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a complex election administration environment including broad familiarity with election industry technologies systems and end to end election processes.
• High-level knowledge of Kansas election law technology and election logistics required and demonstrated experience overseeing full election cycles systems and staff operations.
• Minimum 3 years of direct supervisory or leadership experience directing supervising or coordinating the work of others.
• Intermediate Travel 5% - 25%
• May require KS/MO drivers license depending on department or agency.

Johnson County Government requires reference/background screening for all positions. Specified criteria may vary by Department/Agency.

Physical Environmental and Special Working Conditions:

• All County employees may be called upon to assist other departments/agencies in a declared emergency situation.