Elections Deputy Director

Elections Deputy Director

The Elections Deputy Director works under the general supervision of the Elections Director. The Elections Deputy Director performs professional, managerial, and administrative work for the Board of Elections and carries out all duties or responsibilities as assigned by the Elections Director. Reports to the Elections Director of the Craven County Board of Elections.

Essential Functions

• Assist the Director in the administration of all functions of the office of the Board of Elections to comply with General Statutes, mandates and directives by the Executive Director of the North Carolina State Board of Elections in order to effectively comply with North Carolina election laws. Ensures compliance with all State and County issued cyber security directives, including cyber security and physical security. And adhere to the duties delegated to the county boards of elections in NCGS 163-33.
• Assist the Director in organizing and preparing for all elections and recounts, including preparing ballots, programming, and testing of voting machines; coordinating delivery of voting equipment, signs, and supplies to voting places; and arranging return of these items Ensures testing of voting equipment for accuracy of tabulation and function prior to elections and conducts post-election certification processes.
• Assist the Director in preparing personnel, payroll, and finance paperwork.
• Assist the Director in preparation of the annual budget and budget amendments.
• Assist the Director in organizing and supervising procedures and methods of receiving and processing applications for voter registration, including ascertaining that applicants are eligible to register in the county; ensures that voter registration records are updated to reflect changes of address, name changes and changes of party affiliation, including mailing out required notices for new registrations and changes to registration records. Supervises the removal of ineligible voters. Provides lists of voters requested by political parties, candidates, the general public and others. Maintains custody of voter registration and other records in a safe and secure manner and location.
• Assist the Director in identifying the number of voting places required and recommend locations; assist in negotiating usage as needed.
• Assist the Director in coordinating Board meetings and preparing copies of reports for the Board.
• Assigns, directs and supervises activities of the Election Specialists, Elections Technician and all part time and temp positions. through direct supervision, ensuring adherence to established policies, procedures and standards. Assists and advises subordinates in resolving problems as non-routine situations arise. Assist or makes recommendations for routine personnel matters affecting subordinates, including interviewing applicants, hiring, assigning, scheduling, evaluating, promoting, disciplining, dismissing, etc.
• Perform related tasks as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience

Work experience in North Carolina elections at the County staff level. Graduation from a four-year college or university and three (3) years of experience in the planning and management of a business or governmental program or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Two (2) years of experience as an Elections Deputy Director preferred. Special Requirements:

• Must be certified or obtain certification as a North Carolina Elections Administrator from the State Board of Elections within three years of appointment.
• Driving is an essential function of this position. To be considered, you must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. If your driver's license is from another state, you will be required to obtain and show proof of a valid NC driver's license within 60 days of hire.
• Background check is required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of North Carolina General Statutes and Board of Election guidelines governing elections.
• Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of election programs and related laws, ordinances, standards, and regulations.
• Considerable knowledge of the State Election Information Management system software.
• Ability to direct staff, plan for and allocate resources, interpret policies and regulations.
• Ability to direct voter registration, election voting procedures, record keeping and reporting of programs and services
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative internal and external Departmental relationships.
• Ability to represent program in written form and effectively communicate with others.
• Considerable knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment.
• Working knowledge of the operations and functions of County government.
• Skill in computer operations and related equipment.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with election officials, elected officials, news media, county officials, Board members, other employees, and the general public.
• Attend required and mandated trainings, meetings, and conferences by the NC State Board of Elections and others approved by the Board.

Additional Information

May be required to serve the County during times of disaster.

Benefits

Craven County offers regular full-time employees a wide variety of employee benefits including: Health Insurance is provided by ACS Benefits Services and covers a wide variety of healthcare services. Craven County pays 100% of Employee Only premium cost. Employees have the option to add child and spouse dependent coverage at their own cost. Dental Insurance is provided through the Delta Dental PPO and Delta Dental Premier network administered by ACS Benefits Services. It covers a percentage of basic to major dental procedures, including orthodontia for children. Craven County pays 100% of Employee Only premium cost. Employees have the option to add child and spouse dependent coverage at their own expense. Craven County provides eligible employees with $10,000 life insurance and accidental dealth and dismemberment coverage through OneAmerica AUL. Employees have the option to purchase additional coverage and/or dependent coverage at their own expense. Craven County provides eligible employees with $50.00 per week in disability insurance through OneAmerica AUL. Employees have the option to purchase additional disability insurance at their own cost. Eligible employees are automatically enrolled in the retirement system and must contribute 6% of their gross salary each pay period. Once eligibility requirements are met, employees will be able to receive monthly payments for life based on their salary, age, and years of service credit. Craven County contributes 2% of eligible employees' gross salary into the 401(k) account regardless of the employee's deferral amount. In addition, the County matches employee deferrals up to an additional 3%. Regular full-time employees earn annual leave based upon years of service. Eligible employees begin to accrue annual leave as soon as they start but must complete a six month probationary period before they are eligible to use annual leave. Regular full-time employees earn 3.69 hours of sick leave per pay period. County employees receive 11-14 paid holidays annually. The Board of County Commissioners may adjust the holiday schedule as deemed necessary. Eligible employees earn $200 in longevity after five years of service by October 31 of the qualifying year. Longevity benefits increase $25 per year up to a maximum of $1,000. Craven County offers a merit program. Up to 56% of eligible employees may receive a performance-based merit increase each year. County employees are also offered a variety of supplemental benefits to select at their own expense such as Life Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Critical Care policies, Cancer policies, Long-term Care policies, Hospitalization policies, 457b Deferred Compensation Plan and Aflac. Employee benefits are subject to change or may be contingent upon funding availability.