VOTER'S REGISTRATION/ELECTIONS CLERK

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The purpose of this job is to provide accurate information and data to the public. Register voters and work with candidates filing for elections. This position is responsible for specialized clerical functions related to conducting elections, understanding the election process and how election equipment works.

This position works under general supervision according to set procedures, but determines how or when to complete tasks.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position as necessary.

• Answer questions from the public in person and by phone.
• Process voter’s applications, verify identification and scan documents into VREMS.
• Verify petition signatures.
• Advise individuals and groups on laws and procedures about the voting process.
• Prepare voting machines and equipment for elections.
• Participate in voter registration drives.
• Follow statutory changes in laws affecting assigned duties.
• Perform data entry required for input of voter and precinct information.
• Generate data for general information purposes or special reports, correspondence, certifications, transcripts and legal documentation.
• Coordinate the mailing and receipt of absentee ballots and their storage
• Develop, compile and transmit statistical data covering absentee voter applications; maintain appropriate records of documents received, filed and action taken.
• Train, plan, assign, coordinate and supervise the work of extra hired personnel performing a variety of tasks related to elections.
• Prepare, type, process, scan, copy, file and/or distribute a variety of documents which may be routine or confidential such as agreements, memos and correspondence.
• Perform other duties and related work as instructed and assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent.

Special Certifications and Licenses:

• Requires South Carolina State Election Commission Certification within 18 months of hire date.

Physical Demands:

Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment):

• None.

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance:

Orangeburg County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires Orangeburg County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.