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Weld County Government · 3 weeks ago

Assistant Manager - Elections - Cybersecurity & Data Integrity

Greeley, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$29.30/hr - $38.10/hr

5+ years exp

Weld County Government is seeking an Assistant Manager for Elections focused on Cybersecurity & Data Integrity. This role provides critical support for election operations, ensuring cybersecurity, maintaining compliance with election laws, and offering logistical support for voting centers and ballot processing.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Maintain a clean, accurate voter registration database

Assist with all mapping functions necessary for the creation and maintenance of all taxing districts, municipalities, and towns in the voter registration function

Ensure accurate voter registration data is available to the public and political entities

Process paper and electronic voter registration forms, voter letters, and voter confirmation cards

Provide local technical support for the statewide voter registration database application (SCORE): troubleshooting, acceptance testing, specification reviews, and reporting

Enter data into several different computer programs. Ability to learn and apply new computer skills on a regular basis. Use of computer programs such as Microsoft Windows, Work, Excel and Outlook

Create, update, and maintain in-house software solutions

Answer questions and respond to any voter call regarding non-received ballots, incorrect ballots, or voter errors

Assist the public in person, by phone, through electronic media, and in writing regarding voting information. Work to resolve complex transactions, utilizing negotiation and problem resolution skills with sensitivity to the voters’ needs and expectations

Public contact in the office area; answer questions, explain processes, and further the voter education process with the public

Compose and type correspondence, reports, and other items using some technical terminology and requiring some exercise of independent judgment as to accuracy and completeness

Serve as a liaison between the Clerk & Recorder’s Office and representatives of business and industry, trade and professional associations, and clients. Provide or disseminate information, both orally and in writing, regarding statutory changes and/or policy modifications

Conduct annual reviews and updates to the office’s Cybersecurity Policy to remain aligned with emerging threats, technologies, and regulatory mandates

Perform regular vulnerability and risk assessments on election systems and infrastructure

Ensure full compliance with applicable state statutes, Colorado Secretary of State rules, and internal Weld County policies

Protect election-related data, processes, and equipment from both internal and external security threats

Monitor, interpret, and implement frequent changes to election-related laws and regulations at the federal and state levels

Ensure adherence to all security protocols and documentation standards required by law and administrative rules

Provide critical support for the setup, testing, operation, and breakdown of Voter Service and Polling Centers (VSPCs)

Assist with the logistics and security of 24-hour ballot drop boxes, including chain-of-custody and surveillance monitoring

Prepare and distribute election training materials to ensure consistent and effective volunteer and staff performance

Help manage and maintain the election warehouse, including inventory control, equipment upkeep, and efficient coordination of supplies

Support the complex logistics that underpin successful election administration, particularly during high-turnout or high-security events

Qualification

CybersecurityData IntegrityElection LawsDatabase ManagementTechnical SupportAnalytical SkillsProblem ResolutionResearch TechniquesCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills

Required

Associate's Degree and 5 years experience in an increasingly responsible position in an office setting or

High School Diploma/GED and 7 years experience in an increasingly responsible position in an office setting

Will be required to work in any department of the Clerk and Recorder, and to work flexible hours, to include evenings, weekends and holidays

Ability to adapt to fast paced, high volume and ever changing work environment and be able to handle high stress situations

Considerable knowledge of office practices and procedures; working knowledge of elections as required by the position; skills in operation of office equipment, including personal computer, SCORE system, calculator, ballot marking devices, etc

Ability to learn technical terminology; to compose letters and materials using some exercise of independent judgment; to follow verbal and written instructions; to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, agencies and the public

Have an understanding of Colorado Revised Statutes, Title 1, election laws, and other relevant statutory references to the election process; Secretary of State Rules and regulations as directed by statute; federal election laws as applicable including, but not limited to, The Help America Vote Act of 2002 and the National Voting Rights Act of 1993, thorough understanding of all election rules pertaining to all aspects of elections

Candidate must pass criminal background check prior to employment start date

Research techniques, sources, and availability of information as well as methods of report presentation

Routine software and business applications include but are limited to, voter registration, election management, word processing, spreadsheets, layouts, scheduling, project management, and databases

Job offer is contingent upon passing a background investigation. Upon Hire Required

Must possess a valid Colorado Driver's License and adequate a Liability Insurance and be willing to travel throughout Weld County. Upon Hire Required

Possession of or ability to obtain, in the next two years, a Colorado State Election Certification

Maintain continuing education hours annually or as required

Possession of, or ability to obtain, voter's registration in the State of Colorado

Driving is essential in this position

Candidate must have a valid Driver's License and Liability Insurance Upon Hire Required

Candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) evaluation and if hired, will be subject to continuous monthly MVR monitoring and random drug screens throughout employment