Election Program Supervisor I

SBE 0013

Somerset County Board of Elections

The Election Program Supervisor I, performs all assigned responsibilities in a timely manner, under the guidance of the Election Director and in accordance with Election laws, under the State of Maryland, to ensure that every citizen is afforded the opportunity to exercise their constitutional right to register and vote. Applies knowledge of the Elections Law Articles of Annotated Code of Maryland, the code of Maryland Regulations and Federal Voting Assistance Program. Maintains current Regulations and the Federal Voting Assistance Program. Maintains current knowledge of the National Voter Registration Act, and all related regulations for the purpose of managing all phases of the Act, including the category of inactive voters. Supervises the implementation and maintenance of polling place accessibility in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act and State Policies and guidelines. The Election Program Supervisor I, also performs a variety of complex, administrative duties requiring a thorough knowledge of election laws, rules and procedures; receives general supervision from the Election Director. The Election Program Supervisor I, is expected to exercise condiderable tact, discretion and judgement in all areas of work. Responsible for keeping confidential records on registrants (including but not limited to social security numbers, driver licenses numbers, staff personnel information, voters/candidates address, contact information etc.) Supervises and processes a full range of voter activities such as voter registration, absentee ballot applications, recruitment and training of election judges and poll workers, provisional ballot applications, trains election office staff for voter registration drives, redistricting and obtaining census information. The Election Program Supervisor I, supervises and trains the Elections Clerks, Election Program Trainees, and Elections Program Assistants, Election Program Specialist I, and all other support staff. Supervises the Elections Program Specialist (IT Technicians) engaged in maintaining and testing, transporting, set-up and repair of election equipment. In the absence of the Elections Director, acts as the (Acting Director – Person in charge of the daily operations).

Education:   Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Two years of experience applying election laws, rules and procedures in a local election office.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute one year of specialized clerical experience for each six months of the required experience applying election laws, rules and procedures in a local election office. Specialized clerical experience is defined as work in an office which requires reviewing, verifying and interpreting information in order to make determinations and resolve work problems in accordance with policies, regulations, guidelines and procedures.

2. Candidates may substitute two years of general clerical experience for each six months of the required experience applying election laws, rules and procedures in a local election.  General clerical experience is defined as work performing a variety of clerical duties which are clear-cut and typically found in office settings, such as filing, copying, posting data and directing telephone calls.

3. Candidates may substitute thirty credit hours from an accredited college or university for one year of experience, for up to two years of the required experience.

4. Candidates may substitute additional experience applying election laws, rules and procedures in a local election office, on a year-for-year basis, for the required education.

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

• Experience applying State and Federal election laws, regulations, policies and procedures in conducting federal, State and municipal elections.

• Experience maintaining accurate and detailed records.

• Supervisory experience.

• Experience communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

• Experience meeting time sensitive deadlines and demands.

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

1. Employees in this classification are required to be registered voters in the State of Maryland in accordance with the Election Law Article, Section 2-207(d), Annotated Code of Maryland.

2. Employees in this classification may not hold or be a candidate for any elective public or political party office or any other office created under the Constitution or laws of this State in accordance with the Election Law Article, Section 2-301(b).  

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to SBE's HR Division at 151 W. St. Suite 200, Annapolis, MD 21401. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the online or paper application. Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment.  No postmarks will be accepted. If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.  If you are unable to upload, please email the requested information to Chris Lohr at Chris.Lohr@maryland.gov.  Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. 

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact 410-269-2840.

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

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People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.