Date Posted:

May 3, 2021

Salary:

$120,695 to $161,743 annually, including excellent benefits package.

Description:

This at-will position reports directly to the elected County Clerk-Recorder-Registrar and will direct the Elections Division’s day-to-day operations, with limited guidance from the Department Head and Chief Operating Officer. This position is responsible for managing the processes of registering county voters, maintaining voter files, and conducting Federal, State, County, and local elections on behalf of the County’s residents. The Assistant Registrar administers local provisions of campaign financing and monitors and analyzes the impact of legislation on the election process. Candidates must be familiar with election law and code; initiative, referendum, and recall petition processes; and is responsible for administration of the Elections Division, including budget development and adherence, personnel development and supervision, and compliance with all election laws and timelines. The Elections Division operates with a $16 million annual budget, has approximately 30 full-time staff, and can include up to 100 temporary staff and 2,000 volunteers during peak election cycles.

Qualifications:

This position requires graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, or a closely related field. Five years of full-time managerial, administrative, or supervisory experience in a governmental agency or elections work is required. At least two years of experience must have included supervisory or administrative responsibility. Additional experience of the type described above may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis, up to a maximum of four years. No substitution for supervisory or administrative experience is permitted. California experience is a definite plus, although all highly qualified candidates on a national level will be given full consideration.

How to Apply:

To be considered, candidates should apply by June 14, 2021 by emailing a compelling cover letter, comprehensive resume, and six professional references to apply@ralphandersen.com. Confidential inquiries are welcomed to Robert Burg, Ralph Andersen & Associates, at (916) 630-4900. Detailed brochure available at www.ralphandersen.com.

Filing Deadline:

6/14/2021