Voter Registration Compliance Officer

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About the Position

If you thrive in a dynamic environment where your keen eye for detail and ability to adapt can be utilized to your full potential, then the Voter Registration Compliance Officer position is for you!

In this position you will be responsible for proactively auditing the division's policies, procedures, and practices for compliance with federal, state, and local laws. Additionally, you will be in charge of creating and maintaining the divisions' written policies/procedures. You will also help develop training materials, educate staff on new legislative changes, and take lead roles in researching reports or inquiries related to potential violations of laws/policies.

About Us

The Maricopa County Recorder's Office is responsible for recording all documents required by law to be made public records. We are the leaders in using the latest technology to serve our community better. We continue to be at the forefront of e-government, with over 156,000,000 images available to be viewed by visiting our offices or on the Internet. Since 1999, we have accepted documents electronically, and currently, over 93% of all documents are submitted in this format. The Recorder's Office is also responsible for voter registration and the maintenance of the voter rolls. Maricopa County has over 2.6 million active registered voters. It is our mission to maintain the integrity of the voter rolls in accordance with federal and state law while serving the needs of new and existing registered voters.

Proud to Offer

• Work with a greater purpose

• Tuition reimbursement

• Exceptional work-life balance, with flexible hybrid work schedule options

• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County

• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents

• Paid vacation, sick time, and (birth/adoption) parental leave

• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts

• Employee discounts for goods and services

• Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

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We Require

• Two years of professional analytical experience

• Bachelor's degree in public, business administration, or a relevant field

• A combination of education and experience may be considered in substitution for the minimum qualifications

• Must be eligible to register to vote in Arizona

We Also Value:

• Experience working in the Recorder's Office/Elections Department.

• Experience reading, interpreting, and drafting policies/procedures

• Experience with training and public speaking

Job Contributions

• Conduct professional-level research, analysis, and development of new legislation and policies/procedures for the division

• Create professional reports and training materials based on research and present to the administrative team and co-workers

• Utilize research to develop and implement strategies to improve processes and procedures to maintain compliance with federal, state, and local laws

• Oversee projects to a successful conclusion and communicate progress along with the way to administrative leaders

• Assist management with developing and implementing compliance projects and evaluating results

• Provide support in administering the development and maintenance of division policies/procedures

• Complete special projects and confidential/investigative studies as directed

• Serve as the Department liaison with other organizations and represent the division in meetings as needed

• Assist with the development of voter registration system enhancements, documentation, as well as system testing for compliance with applicable laws

• Perform other duties as assigned including assisting with overflow registration and petition verification work

Working Conditions

• Must complete the next available Secretary of State Elections Officer Certification course

• Extensive mandatory overtime during peak election cycles

• The position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions

• Must be able to lift up to 20-25 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly

• The job requires attention to detail and thoroughness in completing work tasks; reliability, responsibility, and dependability in fulfilling obligations; consistency in meeting deadlines; ability to self-prioritize work and handle project support problems in a timely manner; and ability to maintain a courteous and professional demeanor

Selection Procedure

• Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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