Election Services Coordinator

DATE: May 14, 2024 CLOSING DATE: UNTIL FILLED

POSITION: Election Services Coordinator

DEPARTMENT: Registration and Elections

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Prepare the absentee and early voting precinct for elections held in Anderson County (Special, Municipal, County, State, Federal and Referendum), in which leads to maintaining security for all absentee ballots (voted and un-voted). Coordinates with director or Assist director the process of inspecting and opening of optical scan ballots. Coordinate the packing and storage of all absentee/ early voting balloting records to be kept for the mandatory retention schedule. Receiving in and verifying Petitions. Staying abreast of all election laws governing the submission and verification of various types of petitions (i.e. nominating, call for referendum, political party certification, etc.) Making sure UOCAVA is mailed within the 45 days before each election. Organizing and storing documents in accordance with established procedures along with other tasks as needed by the office.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATION:

Complete State Election Commission training and certification program within 18 months of hire date. Following certification must participate in at least 1 course each year to maintain state certification.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED equivalent with specialized course work in general office practices such as management, typing, filing, accounting, bookkeeping, and computer technology
Two (2) years of increasingly Voter Registration and Elections experience
Five (5) years of clerical, secretarial, trainer, supervision and administrative experience, or any equivalent combination of related education and experience

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of policies issued by State Election Commission relating to Registration and Elections procedures; Working knowledge of computers and electronic data processing; working knowledge of modern office practices and procedures; thorough knowledge of Anderson County demography; comprehensive knowledge of the terminology used within the department
Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment.
Ability to understand and interpret election laws
Ability to relate to the general public, election officials, co-workers, precinct officials and the media; ability to effectively meet and deal with the public
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to handle stressful situations
Ability to facilitate and carry out training of new and temporary employees,
Ability to use independent judgment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must possess a valid SC Driver’s License, due to having the ability to carry out job-related functions.
Must be able to work extended hours and weekends to complete projects and meet deadlines when required.
Lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 30 pounds.
Scheduled hours are subject to change.
Computer Skills (Microsoft Office Suite (WORD, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
Ability to communicate verbally or in written form in a professional manner.
Ability to act/think/respond quickly and accurately under pressure.
Possess strong interpersonal skills and ability to network in a multifaceted and fast paced deadline driven environment.