Elections Coordinator - Education & Communication
About the role
The New Hanover County Board of Elections is seeking an Elections Coordinator to join a dedicated and collaborative team committed to serving the community. In this role, you will plan, coordinate, and support key Board of Elections programs and operations while helping ensure election activities are conducted accurately, securely, and in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Responsibilities
Leads the Elections Education & Communications Division by directing staff, overseeing the recruitment and development of Election Officials, managing outreach and public engagement initiatives, and ensuring all training, operational procedures, and public records processes comply with state laws and Board of Elections policies.
Directs daily operations of the Elections Education & Communications Division, supervising assigned staff and ensuring efficient workflow and procedural compliance.
Develops, implements, and maintains standard operating procedures to support accurate and compliant execution of division responsibilities.
Oversees recruitment, onboarding, assignment, and management of Election Officials in accordance with State Board of Elections policy.
Designs, delivers, and evaluates training programs for precinct officials and election workers, maintaining expert-level knowledge of polling place procedures and election administration requirements.
Serves as the department’s media representative in the Director’s absence and develops outreach materials using county-approved systems.
Manages public records requests by coordinating review, production, and disclosure of responsive records under NCGS 132-6 and NCGS 163, ensuring compliance with retention schedules and legal requirements.
Plans, manages, and evaluates division and program operations by assessing community needs, coordinating events, maintaining election-official records, overseeing appointment processes, and delivering public presentations on election services.
Maintains internal systems necessary for the execution of divisional responsibilities.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in a course of study related to the occupational field, and two (2) years of related experience.
Valid North Carolina Driver License required by first date of employment with good driving record.
Qualifications
No experience in the elections field
Less than 1 year of experience supervising paid staff
Yes
No experience conducting outreach and public engagement activities
No experience designing, delivering, and evaluating training programs
Skills
Knowledge of principles and practices related to Elections; applicable local, state, and federal statutes; community resources; basic finance principles; marketing and promotion principles; educational practices, especially pertaining to adults; public funding requirements; basic math.
Skilled in operating a computer, website development, and the use of learning management systems.
Benefits
The salary range for this position is $53,668.00 - $91,234.00. The hiring range for this position is $53,668.00 - $72,451.00 annually plus a competitive benefits package.
Salary will be determined based on qualifications, internal equity, budget, and market considerations.
New Hanover County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
New Hanover County offers a competitive benefits package designed to encourage and support your health, well-being and productivity to include Employer paid 401k deferred compensation contributions (5% for sworn law enforcement and 2.5% for all other benefits eligible positions); Retirement plan through the NC Retirement system; Paid sick and personal leave + 13 paid holidays per year; Paid parental leave; Paid community services leave to give back to our community; Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work; Medical, dental, vision insurance + many other insurance options; Employee assistance program; 100% employer paid long term disability; Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness center which includes a nurse practitioner and physical therapist; Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives; Opportunities to make a difference in your community; And so much more!