Executive Assistant to the Deputy Director

(Unclassified)
FLSA Status: Non-exempt 
Salary:  54,909.40
Hourly: 30.17 
Pay Range: 8                                                                       
Reports to:  Deputy Director                    
Hours:  8:30 a.m.– 4:30 p.m Monday–Friday*
*Hours/Days will vary depending upon the needs of the department.

What do we want you to bring to the table?

You will need strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to plan ahead. You should have excellent interpersonal skills, including effective verbal and written communication. Must maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and business integrity. Republican party affiliation preferred.

What do you need to have?

Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Administration or a related area and a minimum of 3 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

What will you be doing?

In a typical day you will need to manage and maintain the Deputy Director’s schedule, act as a liaison between the Deputy Director and managers, arrange conference calls and schedules meetings. You will transcribe meeting minutes, draft correspondence, and prepare reports. You will help develop speeches/presentations, ensuring that the information disseminated is accurate and timely. You will assist the Deputy Director in informing the media and the public about the Board of Elections, coordinate social media postings, press releases, informational articles, and brochures, for the public. Answer and handle email correspondence and telephone calls in an appropriate manner. In addition, you will follow up on any issues brought forth by the Board Members for resolution.
 

How you’ll grow from this job

You will improve your interpersonal skills as well as your ability to propose professional and formal correspondence. You will grow your knowledge of election preparations and processes.

What can we offer you for all of your hard work?

-Hourly wages

-Medical, dental, and vision coverage

-Life Insurance

-Employee Assistance Program services

-Wellness programs

-Payment into OPERS retirement system

-Paid time off plus the opportunity to earn more time off

-Learning and development opportunities

-A diverse and inclusive environment

-The sense of pride that comes from helping your country by supporting the democratic process

Our Mission

The Mission of the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections is to serve the citizens of Cuyahoga County by faithfully conducting the election process through which they choose their representatives.

The principal role of the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections is to perform the fundamental and vital functions of administering our elections. In carrying out its mission, the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections will seek to achieve the following objectives:

-To provide access and opportunity for all citizens to participate in the electoral process

-To provide prompt and accurate election results

-To conduct all activities in a way that assures equal opportunity for all employees and citizens

-To conduct all such action in the most effective and efficient manner

-To perform all other duties as prescribed by law of the State of Ohio and the rules of the chief election official, the Secretary of State

Open until filled