Under the direction of the Division Director, an assistant director, or manager within the Elections Division, this position is responsible for coordinating and supporting a variety of activities during an election cycle, along with other support staff, to ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
Distinguishing Characteristics:
This is in an Administrative Support series of job classifications. Applicants work under supervision performing administrative and support duties. This position requires a flexible work schedule to meet the needs of the department, including evenings, early morning, weekend and holiday hours during peak election periods.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Business Management, Government, Political Science, Public Administration or a directly related field AND one (1) year of increasingly responsible elections program or project management experience;
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any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.
Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:
Valid Texas Driver's License.
As part of the duties for this role, the employee will have access to Criminal Justice Information (CJI) and must meet all CJIS Security Policy requirements, including fingerprint-based background screening and adherence to data handling protocols.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
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Office and supervision practices and techniques.
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Office management principles and practices.
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Computers and computer applications.
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Management and supervisory principles, practices and techniques.
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Federal, State and Local applicable laws; Texas Election Code.
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Election procedures and forms.
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Standard practices in area of assignment.
Skill in:-
Use of election equipment utilized in area of assignment.
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Supervising others, including team building.
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Problem solving and decision-making.
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Both verbal and written communication.
Ability to:-
Communicate effectively.
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Work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.
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Learn the laws and regulations of an election set forth in the Election Code.
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Train, coordinate, and review the work of seasonal employees.
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Manage time well and perform multiple tasks, and organize diverse activities.
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Perform in a stressful environment, while maintaining a professional manner.
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Operate a variety of office equipment and a computer including word processing, spreadsheets and databases.
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Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other County employees and officials and general public.
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Actively and with a positive demeanor participate in team building, community outreach, and other public facing activities during work hours.
Physical requirements include lifting/carrying minimum of 35 pounds, and may be required to lift/carry up to 100 pounds, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity, necessary to operate a computer, monitor, keyboard, printer, fax machine, copier, adding machine, typewriter and basic office equipment, vision to monitor, standing, sitting, walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, pushing, pulling, reaching, repetitive motion, twisting, balancing, repetitive motion, client/customer contact, squatting, occasional indoor/outdoor activities to perform the essential functions. Subject to contact with communicable diseases, radiation, hazardous waste, human fecal matter and foul odors. Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity. As such, employees can be assigned to business continuity efforts outside of normal job functions.
This job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities. By applying for this job, you will be assigned to one of six departments. The essential duties, functions, responsibilities and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position. Cross-training is a vital component of the County Clerk’s vision for a dynamic, adaptable, and empowered workforce. Equipping employees with a broad understanding of various roles strengthens the overall team, enhances collaboration, and fosters professional growth.
Work Hours: 8 AM - 5 PM; Monday through Friday. Non-exempt employees may be eligible to work remotely in a hybrid work schedule once they have successfully completed the six-month probationary period. Remote work is not permitted during critical election periods.
Location: 5501 Airport Blvd. Austin, TX
Department: County Clerk
Criminal Background Check, Education, and Employment History Check Required.
In accordance with Executive Order 14248, non-citizens are prohibited from participating in the administration of any Federal election, including access to election equipment, ballots, or related materials.
