Posting number: 2608-262-656
Department: Elections
Job classification: Senior Administrative Specialist
Posting type: Open & Promotional
Categories: Administrative Assistant
The successful candidate will perform administrative duties in support of the Elections Director. The Senior Administrative Specialist will have the ability to complete a wide variety of assignments in a fast-paced, customer-service driven environment. Duties will include: handling of confidential information, drafting of election training materials and other documents, overseeing special projects, conducting election training for the public (election inspectors/workers), conducting election audits, assisting local clerks and staff with election administration questions, management of the Qualified Voter File, assisting with external communication, assisting with ballot programming and equipment testing, assisting with the meetings of the Kent County Election Commission and Board of Canvassers, and providing support as necessary to leadership of the Department.
High school diploma or GED combined with some post-secondary training in Business Information Systems, Office Administration, Business Administration or a related field and four years of progressively responsible and demonstrably successful experience in administrative support. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Elections experience preferred.
Associate degree or certificate preferred.
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Located in West Michigan, Kent County is the fourth largest population center in Michigan. Covering 864 square miles, the County is home to more than 650,000 people. The County provides a wide and varied range of services to residents. The services include mandated services (i.e. law enforcement, correctional facility, justice system, public health, drain maintenance, general government, elections administration, equalization, and solid waste management) and discretionary functions (i.e. parks, zoo, airport, economic development, property description and mapping, and extension services). As public servants, our employees are committed to making a difference; they value the importance of their work. The excellence of their work is visible throughout our community. Kent County recognizes the individual needs of its citizens. To best service their needs, Kent County is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse, well-qualified workforce that is understanding and responsive to the changing needs of the community.
