Gaston County Government
Elections Specialist
Summary
Gaston County Government is seeking an Elections Specialist to support the administration of elections and voter registration services for Gaston County. The role provides administrative and customer service support, maintains voter data in SEIMS, and coordinates voter assistance efforts for assisted living facilities.
What you'll do
- Provide election administrative support to department divisions, including ongoing activities and pre- and post-election tasks.
- Coordinate all aspects of multipartisan assistance teams for voters in assisted living facilities.
- Enter, update, and maintain current and prospective voter records in the state elections voter database (SEIMS).
- Perform administrative and customer service duties, including preparing database listings and spreadsheets.
- Support public records requests related to voters and elections.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Elections.
Requirements
High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Minimum of three years of experience working in a clerical environment.
Notary Public Certification must be obtained within one year of hire.
Election experience preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must undergo and pass a drug screening test prior to employment.
Conditions
Hourly pay range anticipated: $20.43 to $23.75 per hour.
Pre-employment drug screening required.