Elections Specialist

Summit County Government (CO); Breckenridge (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit County Government seeks an Elections Specialist to provide technical administrative support for the Clerk & Recorder’s Office. The role emphasizes accurate data management and customer service in person, by email, and by phone, ensuring compliance with Federal, State and County laws.

The ideal candidate has an associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience, plus at least two years in an office setting with knowledge of government policy and a background check.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in public administration, business or related field or equivalent combination of education/experience.
• At least two years of office experience with demonstrated administrative work experience.
• Must pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical administrative support for the Clerk & Recorder’s office.
• Deliver customer service in person, by email and on the telephone.
• Perform complex and varied data management tasks related to elections.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State and County laws, regulations and policies.

Skills

Customer service

Data management

Administrative work

Regulatory compliance

Education

Associate degree in public administration, business or related field

Job description

The elections specialist provides technical administrative support for the Clerk & Recorder’s office while maintaining compliance with all Federal, State and County laws, regulations, and policies surrounding voter registration and the conduct of elections. This is a customer service position, both in person, by email and on the telephone. Election Specialists continually perform complex and varied data management. Accurately performs duties as a steward of public trust using independent discretion and judgment.

Associates degree in public administration, business or related field and/or three years of Office Administration and related experience; OR, an equivalent combination of education and experience, with at least two years experience in an office environment with demonstrated experience in administrative work and working knowledge of government policy. Must pass background check.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES:

• Colorado Public Notary
• Valid Colorado Driver's License at time of appointment and throughout employment.