Senior Elections Operations Leader

Craven County Government; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Craven County Government in North Carolina invites applications for an Elections Deputy Director to work under the Elections Director, assisting in all professional, managerial, and administrative duties for the Board of Elections.

The role includes supervising staff, coordinating elections, testing voting equipment, preparing budgets, and managing voter registration processes. A four-year degree and relevant experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a four-year college or university; 3+ years managing a governmental program or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director in the administration of all functions of the Office of the Board of Elections to comply with General Statutes, mandates and directives.
• Organize and prepare for elections and recounts, including ballots, programming, and testing of voting machines; coordinate delivery of voting equipment and supplies.
• Prepare personnel, payroll, and finance paperwork; assist in annual budget preparation and amendments.
• Organize and supervise voter registration processes, ensure eligibility, update records, and provide lists of voters to stakeholders.
• Identify voting place needs, negotiate usage, and coordinate Board meetings and reports.
• Direct and supervise Election Specialists, Elections Technicians, and temporary staff; advise on personnel matters.
• Attend required trainings and conferences; may serve County during disasters.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Voter registration processes

Policy interpretation

Communication

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in public administration or related field

Tools

State Election Information Management System

Job description

Craven County Government in North Carolina invites applications for an Elections Deputy Director to work under the Elections Director, assisting in all professional, managerial, and administrative duties for the Board of Elections.

The role includes supervising staff, coordinating elections, testing voting equipment, preparing budgets, and managing voter registration processes. A four-year degree and relevant experience are preferred.