Elections Supervisor

Applications received by 12/1 will receive first consideration.Why It's a Great Opportunity: 
We are looking for an experienced and strategic elections professional with a working knowledge of the technology and processes used in elections. You will be foundational in providing coaching, feedback, and performance reviews for an award-winning team with the leadership and guidance of our Elections Manager. Our work is cutting edge and you will be a vital member of our team!
 
Why It's a Great Department:  
The Pierce County Auditor's Office is responsible for elections, licensing services, and public records. This position supervises an award-winning division in the second largest county in Washington State. There is
plenty of activity between elections and experienced staff to accomplish division goals. The Auditor's Office promotes innovation and process improvement.
 
The Auditor’s Office Elections Division maintains voter registration rolls, conducts federal, state and local elections, verifies petition signatures, publishes a local Voters’ Pamphlet, and maintains precinct lines after redistricting. Pierce County has over 550,000 registered voters and conducts four elections each year. The Elections Division serves 114 jurisdictions (boundary lines, voter assignment, elections) and files candidates for over 500 elected offices.
 
How to be Successful in the Role
We are looking for someone passionate about election integrity, the democratic process, innovation, and accuracy. As someone with an understanding of federal, state and local laws, rules, and regulations, you will use your independent judgment and effective decision-making to apply those to our elections process.  We need someone who has excellent communication skills across all levels of the organization including residents, staff, and stakeholders.
 
Your Future in this Role
As the Elections Supervisor, you will have the ability to immediately contribute to the division’s success. You will be guided through the process with coaching-focused managerial support, a team that wants you to be successful in your role, and an organizational culture that encourages continuous learning and professional development. You will be influential across the state, networking with other counties, sitting on advisory committees, and collaborating with the Elections Manager on policy decisions.  
 
Core Daily Responsibilities:

• Ensure consistent interpretation and compliance with laws, rules, policies and procedures.
• Manage the daily functional and administrative operations of the division.
• Analyzes, formulates and changes operating procedures to facilitate the efficient operation of the division meeting all legal requirements.
• Prepares Canvassing Board and Certification Reports for each election.
• Implement, advise, and monitor the development, measurement, and execution of the mission, goals, and objectives of the County, department, division and individual work groups.
• Assist with division budget preparation.
• Approve purchase requisitions, purchase orders and other financial transactions.
• Assist with all aspects of election RFPs.
• Supervise the activities of the Elections Division staff to include, schedules, workflow; performance evaluations, training and investigate grievances, recommend hiring, promotional and disciplinary actions; approve leave requests, and overtime; and assure adequate coverage. Provides technical assistance to staff in answering questions and resolving problems related to elections and voter registration. 

A classification description with a more detailed list of essential function can be found here: MINIMUM QAUALIFICATIONS

• Four years of progressively, responsible office and operational experience and
• Two years of supervisory or lead experience is required.
• An equivalent combination of experience and education including two years in a supervisory or lead position may substitute for the recruiting requirements on a year for year basis.
• Two years full time work experience in an Elections Division and Certification as an Elections Administrator under (WAC) and (RCW) regulations is highly preferred.
• Certification as an Election Administrator under the Washington Administrative Code (WAC) and Revised Code of Washington (RCW) regulations is required within two years in this position.

As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.To be considered for this opportunity please:

• Complete and submit an online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting "APPLY" above or go to: www.piercecountywa.org/jobs.
• Submit a current resume and cover letter with your application.
• If you do not have internet access, you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
• Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing process or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at (253) 798-7480, at least two days prior to the need.

This is a competitive selection process. Your application will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the County's needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 2 to 3 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include assessments, phone screen, and interviews.
 
At Pierce County, diversity, equity, and inclusion means commitment, not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit, develop, and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and perspectives, committed to our vision.   Employees of the County have local, direct, and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a great place to live, work, and raise a family?

Salary : $36 - $46