Associate Director - Elections

Utah County Government; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Pension options

Paid holidays

Job summary

Utah County Government in Provo, Utah seeks an Assistant Director - Elections to help administer elections functions within the Office of the County Clerk, including voter registration and service, electronic voting systems, and candidate services. The role requires acting in the Elections Director's absence and strong knowledge of election laws and procedures.

The position offers a structured schedule from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with Grade 727 and a starting pay of $80,371.20 to $92,393.60 annually.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field.
• Four years of experience related to elections administration.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist with administering elections functions within the Office of the County Clerk, including voter registration and service, electronic voting system, and candidate services.
• Represent the Elections Director in absence and have knowledge of laws, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to administering elections.
• Maintain familiarity with elections-related processes and ensure compliance with applicable rules.

Skills

Elections administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Political Science / Public Administration

Job description

UTAH COUNTY OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

100 East Center, Suite 3800, Provo, UT 84606 Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone] Email: [e-mail]
http://www.utahcounty.gov

"The Value of Public Service Employment is vital to the success of our state, county, and local communities."

• How can I make my community a better place?
• Who will need my help and protection?
• How will I make a difference for someone?

We hire smart, compassionate, loyal, ethical, committed, innovative people.

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

The County Clerk conducts all elections in Utah county pertaining to county, state or national offices. Marriage licenses and passports are also processed in the Clerk's Office.

Posting Date: September 25, 2026
Closing Date: October 9, 2026

POSITION: Assistant Director - Elections

POSTING #: 2227-0926sr

The Opportunity

Under general guidance and supervision of the Elections Director, assists with administering elections functions within the Office of the County Clerk, including voter registration and service, electronic voting system, candidate services, and the full elections process for Utah County. Incumbents serving in this classification represent the Elections Director in his/her absence and must have considerable knowledge of the laws, regulations, ordinances, policies, and procedures related to administering elections.

• Grade: 727
• Starting Pay: $80,371.20 - $92,393.60 Annually
• Schedule: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Political Science, Business Administration, Public Administration, or other closely related field.
• Four (4) years of experience related to elections administration.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may also be considered.

Preferred Candidates Will Possess Some Of The Below Attributes

• Certified Election Registration Administrator (CERA) certification or currently pursuing certification.
• One (1) year of related supervisory experience.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, 18 years of age or older, and eligible to register to vote.
• Applicants must possess Certified Election Registration Administrator (CERA) certification or obtain certification within three (3) years of hire date or promotion or reassignment to this classification.
• Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and obtain a valid State of Utah driver's license within sixty (60) days of employment.
• Selected applicants will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Benefits Package Includes

• 100% paid premiums for health insurance
• Up to 6.2% match in your 401(k)
• Utah Retirement Systems (Pension and 401(k) options)
• Pre-tax savings Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Fourteen (14) paid Holidays
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

AAP/EEO Statement

It is the policy of Utah County Government to assure equal employment opportunity to its employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, genetic status of gender identity.

UTAH COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER