Elections Specialist (Promotional Opportunity)

Elections Specialist (PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY)

DEPARTMENT OF ELECTIONS

"THIS POSITION IS FOR CURRENT ACTIVE CITY OF DETROIT EMPLOYEES.... to include ARPA & ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIAL SERVICE STAFF EMPLOYEES "

Under general supervision, assists in administrative and supervisory activities necessary for the conduct of public elections in the City of Detroit.

• Monitors and oversees the tabulation of ballots, the conduct of elections for special groups, the issuance and processing of absentee ballots, and related activities.
• Reviews and analyzes all state and local laws relating to the conduct of elections.  
• Studies assigned operational problems.
• Evaluates existing procedures relative to changes in laws and regulations and to adequacy and economy.
• Devises and recommends changes in procedures to comply with new regulations and to improve efficiency of operations.
• Advises department personnel on policies and procedures and regulations affecting the conduct of election proceedings.
• Plans, develops, and tests new and revised systems for processing work.
• Projects personnel, equipment, forms and supplies necessary for implementation of new programs.
• Prepares and reviews reports.
• Assists in budget preparation.
• Assists in processing personnel and equipment requisitions.
• Assumes responsibility for department operations in the absence of superiors.

• Bachelor’s degree in political science or public administration and one (1) year of experience in the elections process.
• Completion of two (2) years of college with related coursework and/or (7) seven years of experience in the planning and conduct of elections in the State of Michigan can be substituted for education.

Equivalency 

Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.

PLEASE ATTACH A COPY OF YOUR RESUME TO YOU APPLICATION.  INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED.  Evaluation Plan

• Interview: 70%
• Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%
• Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%

Additional points may be awarded for:

• Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points
• Detroit Residency Credit:   15 points

LRD:10/06/2026