Director of Elections - Salary Range: $54,229.50 - $82,516.60

An employee in this class is responsible for planning elections, negotiating and setting up polling places, and training staff and poll workers. Work also includes establishing procedures and methods used in registration; supervising the receiving and processing of voter registrations; filing of candidates for elected office in the County; and providing staff support to the County Board of Elections in coordinating and scheduling meetings, recording minutes, drafting the budget and notifying them of potential voter problems and trends. Independent judgment and initiative, tact and courtesy are required in operating the Elections Office. Work is performed in accordance with the State election laws and policies and procedures established by the State and County Board of Elections. Work is performed under the general supervision of the County Board of Elections and is evaluated through reports, periodic conferences and efficiency of office and elections operation.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from a four (4) year college with a degree in political science, business administration, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preference given to persons with some college education and/or extensive experience or knowledge of electoral laws and processes. North Carolina Election Administrator's Certificate required within three years of hire.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Applicants must apply on-line through the Munis applicant tracking system @ https://lenoircountync.gov/human-resources-department/. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 pm on the closing date to be considered for the position.

Closing date: February 28, 2023

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER