Election Specialist - Voting Location & Workforce Services

Johnson County Kansas; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson County Government is seeking an Election Specialist to support polling location operations and workforce services. You will recruit and assist election workers, survey potential voting locations, and maintain nonpartisan, professional voter services.

The role emphasizes strong communication, dependability, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment where details matter. Some travel and weekend coverage may be required for elections.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Public Administration, Communications or related field.
• Two years of experience in election work or public sector service.
• Travel required 5%–25%.
• May require KS/MO driver’s license depending on department or agency.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; CERA credential preferred.
• Education may be substituted for experience.

Responsibilities

• Election Operations Support: assist in preparation and execution of election activities including early voting and election day operations.
• Election Worker Coordination: assist with recruitment, assignment, communication, and coordination of election workers.
• Training Support: assist in the coordination and delivery of training programs, materials, scheduling, and tracking attendance.
• Logistics and Equipment Support: assist with preparation, staging, deployment, and retrieval of voting equipment and supplies; support warehouse operations and inventory.
• Voting Equipment and Testing Support: assist with election system prep, programming, L&A testing, and equipment verification.
• Data Entry and Record Maintenance: maintain accurate records across systems, ensuring data integrity.
• Customer Service and Communication: serve as a point of contact for voters, candidates, election workers, and staff; provide timely information.
• Cross-Division Coordination: work across divisions to support election operations.
• Confidentiality and Discretion: handle sensitive information with discretion.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Flexibility

CERA

Education

Associate’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Public Administration, Communications or related field

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Overview

A career with Johnson County Government is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways. We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Committed to our shared values, we provide excellent public service, seeking always to improve ourselves and our organization. We offer wonderful benefits, retirement plans, wellness incentives, a great organizational culture, and much more! If you’re searching for something more than just a job, something akin to a calling, then consider the challenge and opportunity of being a member of Johnson County Government!

This position will close on Tuesday, September 29th, 2026.

Job Description

Be part of the team that makes voting possible in Johnson County! This Election Specialist position is part of our Polling Location and Workforce Services team, which leads the effort to recruit and support election workers and identify and survey potential voting locations. We’re looking for someone who enjoys working with people, takes pride in excellent customer service, and can stay organized and adaptable in a fast-paced environment where every detail matters. Success in this role requires strong communication, dependability, flexibility, attention to detail, and a commitment to providing professional, nonpartisan service to Johnson County voters.

Essential Duties:

• Election Operations Support: Assists in the preparation and execution of election activities, including early voting and election day operations. Supports operational readiness to ensure polling locations and election processes function effectively.
• Election Worker Coordination: Supports recruitment, assignment, communication, and coordination of election workers. Assists with staffing updates and helps ensure polling locations are adequately staffed.
• Training Support: Assists in the coordination and delivery of election worker training programs, including preparation of materials, scheduling, and tracking attendance and completion.
• Logistics and Equipment Support: Assists with preparation, staging, deployment, and retrieval of voting equipment and supplies. Supports warehouse operations and inventory management as assigned.
• Voting Equipment and Testing Support: Assists with election system preparation, including support for election programming, Logic & Accuracy (L&A) testing, and equipment verification, as assigned.
• Data Entry and Record Maintenance: Maintains accurate records across systems, including voter data, election worker information, assignments, and operational documentation. Ensures data integrity and completeness.
• Customer Service and Communication: Serves as a point of contact for voters, candidates, election workers, and internal staff. Responds to inquiries and provides timely, accurate information, escalating issues as needed.
• Cross-Division Coordination: Works collaboratively across divisions to support election operations, ensuring alignment between workforce, logistics, technology, and voter services.
• Confidentiality and Discretion: Handles sensitive and confidential information with a high degree of discretion, ensuring appropriate handling and security of information.

Job Requirements

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Required Associate’s Degree in the following field(s) of study: Business Administration, Marketing, Public Administration, Communications or relevant field.
• Two (2) years of experience in election work, public sector service, or relevant field.
• Travel required 5% - 25%
• May require KS/MO driver’s license, depending on department or agency.

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

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in the following field(s) of study: Business Administration, Marketing, Public Administration, Communications or relevant field.
• Certified Elections Registration Administrator (CERA)
• Education may be substituted for experience. Experience may be substituted for education.