State of Maryland Hiring for ADMINISTRATOR I at Maryland, United States Full Time

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LOCATION OF POSITION

State Board of Elections

151 West St., Suite 200

Annapolis, MD 21401

Main Purpose of Job

The Administrator I – Voter Registration Compliance Auditor – position in the Voter Registration Division supports the Division by implementing various projects related to the voter registration and petitions in Maryland. This position ensures the Local Boards of Elections (LBE) are in compliance with federal and state election laws and regulations. The position is responsible for conducting and managing investigations to obtain evidence of potential malfeasance in voting; providing the Director with sufficient information to determine whether to refer voters to the Office of the State Prosecutor; and gathering information on other related election cases. The position reviews and responds to information requests for voter registration information made under the Maryland Public Information Act (PIA).

POSITION DUTIES

• Implement and maintain voter registration program and database to ensure compliance with state and federal voter registration laws, regulations, and policies.
• Provide support to local boards of elections for voter registration and MDVOTERS matters. Develop and maintain systems to provide for reporting of problems by LBEs to SBE regarding voter registration matters.
• Support training program for LBEs on voter registration matters.
• Collaborate with Information Technology Department to assist in management and testing of voter registration technology.
• Review and respond to information requests for voter registration information made under the Maryland Public Information Act and Election Law.
• THIS POSITION WILL BE REQUIRED TO WORK EXTENDED HOURS DURING THE ELECTION PERIOD.*

Minimum Qualifications

Education : Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience : Four years of administrative staff or professional work.

Notes

• Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to four years of the required experience.
• Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience.
• Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience.
• Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year-for- year basis for the required experience.

Desired Or Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

• Experience administering an election, preferably in Maryland.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
• Experience responding to inquiries and concerns of the public.
• Experience working with a database.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

Applicants must meet all minimum (and selective) qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire. Please read all requirements before applying.

RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF APPLICATIONS.

Benefits

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online applications are highly recommended . However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to the State Board of Elections, 151 West St., Suite 200, Annapolis, MD 21401. Paper application materials must be received by 5:00 pm on the closing date for the recruitment. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application.

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-974-5126. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact [email protected].

MD TTY Relay Service: 1-800-735-2258.

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.