Election Operations Lead

Island County; Coupeville (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Island County Elections Division seeks a Supervising Elections Administrator to lead staff, coordinate voter registration and election administration, and ensure accurate, compliant operations. You will supervise, train, and coach staff including the Voter Registration Coordinator, manage budgets for election expenses, and oversee the Election Observer Program.

You will enforce RCW/WAC requirements, perform technical support for election systems, and maintain a professional working environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with experience in elections preferred.
• Experience in planning, organizing, directing duties and evaluating staff.
• Ability to interpret RCW/WAC and ensure compliance with election laws and procedures.
• Strong supervisory, coaching and performance evaluation skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct and organize all Election Division functions and staff; oversee scheduling and billing.
• supervise and train staff, including Voter Registration Coordinator; ensure timely duties.
• Ensure compliance with HAVA and federal requirements; manage election program systems.
• Monitor projects, deadlines and performance; provide resources and coaching.
• Maintain relationships with public, candidates and partner agencies; handle inquiries promptly.
• Oversee Election Observer Program and facility maintenance; manage budgets for equipment.
• Prepare training manuals and conduct staff training; handle payroll approvals for elections staff.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Training staff

Budgeting/finance knowledge

RCW/WAC knowledge

Project management

Confidentiality

Staff scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, or related field

Five years experience in election field

WA State Election Administration Certification preferred

Tools

Election program systems

Databases knowledge

Hardware/software troubleshooting

Job description

Island County Elections Division seeks a Supervising Elections Administrator to lead staff, coordinate voter registration and election administration, and ensure accurate, compliant operations. You will supervise, train, and coach staff including the Voter Registration Coordinator, manage budgets for election expenses, and oversee the Election Observer Program.

You will enforce RCW/WAC requirements, perform technical support for election systems, and maintain a professional working environment