Chief Deputy Registrar

Albemarle County has an immediate opening for a Chief Deputy Registrar! This position plays an essential role in supporting accurate, efficient, and reliable elections by ensuring the team, resources, and processes are prepared to meet the demands of the election cycle. This is an excellent opportunity for a collaborative leader to make a meaningful impact on the administration of elections and the delivery of vital services to the community.

About the Role

The Chief Deputy Registrar serves as the principal deputy to the General Registrar for Albemarle County and provides senior-level leadership over the internal administration, personnel management, and operational readiness of the Department of Voter Registration and Elections. This position is responsible for directing day-to-day departmental operations, supervising senior staff, and ensuring that voter registration and election activities are conducted lawfully, efficiently, and impartially in accordance with Title 24.2 of the Code of Virginia, applicable federal law, and guidance issued by the Virginia Department of Elections. The Chief Deputy Registrar acts on behalf of the General Registrar in their absence within the scope of delegated statutory authority.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supports the Senior Assistant Registrars and oversees Assistant Registrars, clerical staff, and temporary election personnel under the general supervision of the Registrar.
• Establishes work priorities, assigns responsibilities, and evaluates performance in coordination with the General Registrar.

Responsibilities

• Maintains current knowledge of Federal and State law regarding voter registration and election administration, as well as State Board of Elections and local policies and procedures.
• Supervises the support functions and daily operations of the department.
• Assists in supervision of Early Voting activities.
• Verifies eligibility and assists voters in casting Early Voting ballots.
• Helps manage department finances, including creating requisitions, reconciling, purchasing and/or approving expenses.
• Assists in the development of long-range planning and budget preparation.
• Assists in the redistricting process and other precinct change activities.
• Coordinates voter outreach activities for the department.
• Evaluates performance of staff and assists in development of same.
• Recommends personnel actions such as hiring, advancement, discipline, etc.
• Provides information to elected officials, candidates, state and local political parties, media representatives, and members of the general public, as approved by Registrar.
• Coordinates and arranges meetings and professional conferences as approved by Registrar.
• Develops, reviews and assists in the design of computer applications.
• Actively participates in professional organization.
• Provides support to members of the Electoral Board as approved by Registrar.
• Determines eligibility of applicants to register to vote and/or vote in accordance with law.
• Builds on knowledge of federal and state voter registration election laws and Department of Elections regulations, by attending regular, periodic election official training programs of the Virginia Department of Elections and the Voter Registrars Association of Virginia; attains certification, through periodic additional training, as a Virginian Registered Election Official.
• Performs other duties, as assigned by Registrar.

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of Virginia and federal election law, voter registration principles, and election administration practices.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills, including the ability to delegate effectively and hold staff accountable.
• Ability to interpret statutes, regulations, and policy guidance and translate them into operational practice.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex legal requirements clearly and impartially.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, meet statutory deadlines, and make sound, unbiased decisions.
• Proficiency with election management systems, databases, and standard office software.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across diverse and politically sensitive environments.

Requirements

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to at least two (2) years of college.
• Extensive and progressively responsible experience in voter registration and election administration, including supervisory responsibility.
• Eligibility to become a Notary Public in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Must meet all statutory qualifications for appointment as a Deputy Registrar under the Code of Virginia.
• Must be a qualified voter in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Appointed for a term not to exceed that of the appointing General Registrar and serves at the Registrar’s discretion.
• May not hold elective office, be employed by an elected official, or serve as a deputy of an elected official.
• May not participate in, work for, or volunteer for any political campaign involving offices voted on within the jurisdiction.
• All duties must be performed in a strictly non-partisan manner.
• Residency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in project management, public administration, or business administration.
• Advanced experience managing election operations, staff, and large-scale public processes.
• Post-secondary coursework or degree-level education in a related field.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Primarily office-based with infrequent travel to polling locations and County facilities.
• Frequent sitting or standing; occasional moderate lifting of election materials.
• Regular interaction with County staff, election officers, candidates, elected officials, and the public.
• Evening, weekend, and overtime work required during peak election periods.

Pay

The hiring range for this position is $33.05 - $36.53 per hour (approx. $68,758.00 - $75,996.00 per year). Starting offer is based on applicable education beyond minimum requirements and internal equity.

Benefits

• 12 paid holidays.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• Health insurance options with employer contribution.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• VRS retirement.
• Continuing education/training opportunities.

Schedule

• Full-time, 12-month position.
• FLSA non-exempt.
• Eligible for a hybrid remote work schedule in accordance with County policy and operational needs.