What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Elections Manager position at City of Alexandria?
Overview of the Assistant Elections Manager
The Assistant Elections Manager supports the election operations in the Office of Voter Registration & Elections. This classification coordinates election preparation, polling place logistics, and oversees the staffing of poll workers (referred to as Election Officers in Virginia). Works under the supervision of the Elections Manager.
The Opportunity – Examples of Work
Manages the staffing of election officers for all election day polling places. This includes verifying eligibility to serve, scheduling training, maintaining records, and communicating assignments.
Coordinates polling place logistics. This includes preparing the correct signs, paperwork, supplies, and materials for each election day polling place.
Assists with the preparation and troubleshooting of election equipment.
Assists with the training of election officers.
Assists with the preparation and conduct of early voting.
Interacts with the public via phone, email, and in-person.
Performs other duties as assigned.
The Ideal Candidate
To qualify for this position, all candidates must be registered voters in the Commonwealth of Virginia; possess at least an Associate's degree; at least three (3) years of relevant experience; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities for the position.
To be considered an ideal candidate, one should be organized; have the ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing; some experience managing volunteers or being a part of a volunteer based organization; the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with volunteers, city officials, other employees, and the public; ability to use technology, including Microsoft office (or equivalent), file storage, and database management; and an interest in learning about the laws and policies that dictate the conduct of elections.
About the Department
The Office of Voter Registration & Elections is dedicated to the non-partisan administration of all federal, state, and local elections within the City of Alexandria, while upholding the office’s standards of Integrity, Neutrality, Transparency and Accuracy.
Salary : $51,600 - $90,803
