Board of Elections Public Records Coordinator

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Job Information

Title:

Board of Elections Public Records Coordinator

Market Range:

MR18

Approved Date:

8/22/2022 4:33:05 PM

FLSA:

Exempt

EEO Code:

PROFESSIONALS

Career Level:

M2

Career Level Description:

Management Level 2

Job Code:

100946

Job Family:

Board of Elections

Sub Family:

General Operations

Primary Purpose

Management and oversight of administrative communications for the Board of Elections to facilitate accurate and timely election information to Wake County's diverse population. This position is primarily responsible for responding to public records requests, website content management, social media, and communications planning of all election-related events including Early Voting, Election Day, Board Meetings, and media events. This position will coordinate and work directly with the Wake County Communications and Legal Teams to provide uniform and consistent programs. Additional job responsibilities will be supervising the campaign finance section of the office and assisting with business operation functions and activities including budget development, purchasing, and board meeting management. 

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Public Record Management

1

40%

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Social Media Management

2

15%

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Website Management

3

15%

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Supervisor/Management of Campaign Finance

4

10%

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Business Operation Functions and activities to include budget development, purchasing, and Board Meeting management

5

10%

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Election Notices and New Releases

6

5%

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Media Coordination and Correspondence

7

5%

Position(s) may perform other duties in addition to the above as assigned by management.

*IMPORTANT* In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.

Career Level Dimensions

Career Level:

M2

Career Level Description:

Management Level 2

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Fully accountable for implementing operational plans for a Work Group with measurable contribution on Division results.

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May have budget accountability.

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Responsible for making moderate improvements of processes, systems or standards to enhance performance of the Work Group.

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Supports and utilizes the innovations of others to improve on solutions, approaches and technologies.

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Communicates within and outside the Work Group, and may communicate with other parties within the Division.

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Sometimes requires ability to influence others outside of own job area on policies, practices and procedures.

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Manages professionals. Leads, directs and reviews the work of team members in order to accomplish operational plans and results.

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Has hiring, firing, promotion, performance and reward authority for direct reports.

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Requires practical knowledge in leading and managing the execution of processes, projects and tactics within one job area. Typically has advanced knowledge and skills within a specific technical or professional discipline with understanding of the impact of work on other areas of the organization.

Qualifications

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Bachelor's degree

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Three years of elections administration, including at least one year of supervisory experience

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Equivalent education and experience are accepted

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Experience working in a County elections office

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Ability to solve a high level of problems

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Ability to convey verbal and written information to groups and individuals

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Ability to ensure policies and procedures

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Ability to adapt to major changes in a work environment

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Ability to accurately complete and accomplish tasks

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Ability to be proactive and achieve goals beyond what is required

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Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily to perform this job successfully. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Competencies

Attention to Detail

Thoroughness in accomplishing a task through concern for all the areas involved, no matter how small. Monitors and checks work or information and plans and organizes time and resources efficiently.

Communication

Creates an atmosphere in which timely and high-quality information flows smoothly up and down, inside and outside of the organization; encourages open expression of ideas and opinions.

Problem Solving

Builds a logical approach to address problems or opportunities or manage the situation at hand by drawing on one's knowledge and experience base, and calling on other references and resources as necessary.

Time Management

Manages own time, priorities, and resources to achieve goals. Establishes a systematic course of action for self or others to ensure accomplishment of a specific objective. Sets priorities, goals, and timetables to achieve maximum productivity.

Coaching & Mentoring

Works to improve and reinforce performance of others. Facilitates their skill development by providing clear, behaviorally specific performance feedback, and making or eliciting specific suggestions for improvement in a manner that builds confidence and maintains self-esteem.

Conflict Management

Brings substantial conflicts and disagreements into the open and attempts to manage them collaboratively, building consensus, keeping the best interests of the organization in mind, not only one's own interest.

Cooperative Leadership

Promotes and generates cooperation among one's peers in leadership to achieve a collective outcome; fosters the development of a common vision and fully participates in creating a unified leadership team that gets results.

Integrity

Act with honesty, transparency and respect in our interactions with co-workers and those we serve. Adhere, without exception, to laws, policies, procedures and professional standards.

Accountability

Establish high-quality standards for work. Add value. Measure results and hold self and others accountable for making progress toward desired outcomes. Take a logical and data-driven approach to decision-making.

Diversity

Believe that different backgrounds and experiences strengthen the organization and produce better results. Value inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity and experience, and strive to reflect in our workforce the diversity of our community.

Collaboration

Foster a work culture in which different ideas and opinions are encouraged and expected. Listen carefully and speak thoughtfully. Work together toward shared goals with mutual respect and cooperation.

Continuous Improvement

Continuously improve work processes and products. Provide a safe environment to be innovative and creative and try new things. When things don't go as planned, use it as an opportunity to learn, regroup and begin again. Provide time and resources for individuals to grow and develop both personally and professionally.

Wellness

Take proactive steps to be physically fit and healthy, emotionally strong, financially secure and socially fulfilled, while inspiring and empowering others to do the same.

Service Orientation

Commit to making a difference within the community. Actively engage in and enjoy our work. Deliver services that exceed expectations, with courtesy, politeness and sensitivity to the experiences, concerns and feelings of all co-workers and customers.

ADA Checklist

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Standard ADA Selection:

Office Environment

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Lifting/Carrying 0-10 pounds

X

Lifting/Carrying 10-20 pounds

X

Lifting/Carrying 20-50 pounds

X

Lifting/Carrying 50-100 pounds

X

Pushing

X

Pulling

X

Climbing

X

Balancing

X

Stooping

X

Kneeling

X

Crouching

X

Crawling

X

Reaching

X

Handling

X

Grasping

X

Fingering

X

Feeling

X

Talking

X

Hearing

X

Visual Perception

X

Repetitive Motions

X

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

X

Memorization/Concentration

X

Learning/Knowledge Retention

X

Preparing/Analyzing Numerical Figures

X

Use of Interfaced Commmunication Devices (Phone, Computer, Radio etc.)

X

Analyzing/Examining/Testing Data

X

Emotional/Behavioral Self-Regulation

X

Interacting with Others

X

Comprehension

X

Organization

X

Decision Making

X

Comprehension

Organization

Decision Making

Communication

Extreme cold

X

Extreme heat

X

Humid

X

Wet

X

Noise

X

Hazards

X

Temperature Change

X

Atmospheric Conditions

X

Vibration

X

Computers/Monitors

X