Salary:
$50,000- $56,000 per year commensurate with experience
How to Apply:
Applications are submitted online until the position is filled and/or the posting is closed. After reviewing this job announcement, please click on the link at the bottom of the page to apply online. A resume is required with the application. Further instructions on submission of documents are available in the online application. A resume may not be substituted for an application.
Minimum Requirements:
- A high school education or its equivalent AND four (4) years of office or customer service experience.
- One (1) year of experience supervising staff within any field is also required.
- Previous SURE (Statewide Uniform Registry of Electors) system experience preferred.
A current, valid PA Driver’s License is required upon hire and must be maintained throughout employment.
It is the policy of Allegheny County that in order to receive a final offer of employment, candidates must successfully pass a background check, which includes verification of Allegheny County Real Estate Tax status.
Position Summary:
Under the general supervision of the Elections Division Manager, this position is responsible for overseeing the staff and operations of the Voter Registration section within the Elections Division.
Overview:
The Allegheny County Elections Division manages county voting policies and schedules all necessary activities before, during, and after Election Day. This division conducts free and open elections as governed by law and strives to show civil community transparency to all registered voters in Allegheny County.
Duties:
- Administer all Allegheny County voter registration functions in conjunction with the Pennsylvania Statewide Uniform Registry of Electors (SURE) to ensure that County procedures are in compliance with SURE regulations and state and federal law.
- Monitor pollbook printing and supply preparation for election day for each of the County’s approximately 900,000 registered voters and 1,300 voting precincts.
- Oversee printing and mailing of notices to voters, as required by federal and state law.
- Prepares and certifies reports as required by Pennsylvania Law.
- Answers inquiries and issues correspondence of a non-routine nature.
- Performs other duties as required/requested.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Principles & practices of staff supervision and workflow management.
- Functions of voter registration & SURE (Statewide Uniform Registry of Electors) system preferred.
Skill in:
- Microsoft Office products.
Ability to:
- Work overtime, evenings, and weekends as needed during election cycles to meet deadlines.
- Lead, manage, and supervise staff efficiently.
- Utilize strong organizational skills.
- Communicate effectively, orally & in writing.
- Travel to various sites within Allegheny County.
Residency:
Allegheny County within 1 year.
Veterans' Preference:
Will be awarded to eligible candidates.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - M/F/V/D