Absentee Voting Coordinator

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The Loudoun County Office of Elections is seeking an Absentee Voting Coordinator to join our dedicated election administration team! The Absentee Voting Coordinator plays a vital role in the election process by ensuring that eligible registered voters who choose to vote by mail are able to easily exercise their right to vote.
 
This position will be responsible for the entire mail voting process from issuance of ballots through counting and reporting by the Central Absentee Precinct (CAP), as well as overseeing all aspects of absentee voting to include by mail and overseas/military by email.
 
Duties will include managing the mail voting vendor contractors, scheduling, training and supervising additional staffing for absentee voting and CAP, ensuring timely and accurate processing of absentee ballot applications and reports, mailing of ballots, verifying receipt of ballots in office, maintaining chain of custody and security of ballots, coordinating record retention for the mail process, and providing oversight and direction to the CAP officers. This position will also serve as the Federal Compliance Officer to ensure that federal law regarding overseas/military voters is adhered to. Additionally, the Mail Voting Coordinator will assist the front office with data entry and processing and handle special projects as assigned by management.
 
If you have a strong desire to serve the voters of Loudoun County you are encouraged to apply for this unique and rewarding position!

Hiring salary is commensurate with experience.

High school diploma or equivalent (Associate degree preferred); four (4) years of related work experience with computer automated systems and Microsoft Office applications experience; prefer experience with local government, working in elections, or experience as an election officer in a leadership role; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of federal, state, and municipal election laws desired.

Criminal background and credit checks will be conducted on the successful applicant. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Extensive overtime including evening and weekend work may be required during election periods, as well as designated vacation blackout periods. Travel may also be required as necessary. Job requires standing for long periods, lifting, and carrying trays of ballots.