Election Specialist I - Election Specialist II-160496

Election Specialist I - Election Specialist II-160496

Salary

$45,972.16 - $56,040.06 Annually

Location

Adams County Government Center, 4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Brighton, CO

Job Type

Regular Full-time

Job Number

07564

Department

County Clerk and Recorder

Division

CLK Elections

Opening Date

07/02/2026

Closing Date

7/9/2026 4:30 PM Mountain

Our Mission

To responsibly serve the Adams County community with integrity and innovation.

EEO

Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Position classification

Onsite -- Job duties and expectations require employee to be regularly scheduled onsite.

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What Success Looks Like In This Job

The Clerk & Recorders Office exists to support and educate our community through prioritizing trust, inclusion, accuracy and continuous improvement.

The Department has elected to consider a range of experience for this vacancy. A candidates qualifications will determine the level at which they are hired.

Election Specialist I - $45,972.160 - $64,361.020

This role is an entry-level position in Elections. This position may assist in recruiting and maintaining temporary election workers, ballot processing areas including Agilis, Signature Verification, Ballot Prep and Health Care Facility (HCF) program and VSPC. Assists with Data entry including registering voters, updating voter records, performing voter record maintenance, and providing information regarding voting and voter registration. This position requires attention to detail, a professional demeanor, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Election Specialist II - $48,730.490 - $68,222.680

This is a mid-level position that consistently meets or exceeds the expectations of an Election Specialist I. This position will demonstrate attention to detail, a professional demeanor, and the ability to maintain confidentiality. Providing information regarding voting and voter registration through phone and digital communication. Assists in voter merge, processing notices, mail, answering the phone, online communication as well as election-specific tasks surrounding UOCAVA and Health Care Facilities. Has the ability to use reference materials such as Title 1 or SOS rule to obtain information and properly apply that information.

Examples of Duties for Success

Election Specialist I

• May assist with all aspects of the ballot processing programs.
• May assist with the Heath Care Facilities program.
• May assist with Voter Service and Polling Centers
• Ability to acquire and maintain technical working knowledge of relevant federal and state laws, Secretary of State rules, regulations, policies, standards, and/or procedures.
• Registers eligible voters in Adams County
• Processes mail, voter correspondence, notices, and voter registration forms
• Provides program support to manager in assigned area
• Cross-trains on additional processes and technology to provide redundancy support for additional roles
• Assists with office related tasks as necessary or as instructed.
• Maintain positive professional relationships with vendors and business partners.
• Maintains basic level of training, certification, and education relating to election administration.
• Provides assistance in other areas of the Clerk and Recorders Office as needed.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Election Specialist II

• Registers eligible voters in Adams County
• Processing mail, voter correspondence, notices, and voter registration forms
• Completes monthly list maintenance
• Maintain confidentiality of personally identifiable information within protected documents per Colorado statute
• Utilizes knowledge of election regulations and procedures or refers to statutes in order to disseminate information. May interpret broad policies to fit specific problems.
• Provide outstanding customer service in person, over the phone, and online communication
• Creates, revises, and maintains standard operating procedures
• Provides program support to manager in assigned area.
• Assists in the training of new Election Specialist I and temporary staff.
• Complete secretary of state required training. Assist with voter merge.
• Responsible for processing and maintaining UOCAVA registrations.
• Assist with Health Care Facility program.
• Provides assistance in other areas of the Clerk and Recorders Office as needed
• Cross-trains on additional processes and technology to provide redundancy support for additional roles
• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications for Success

Election Specialist I

• General knowledge of election administration processes and procedures.
• Knowledge of data entry and ability to accurately meet data entry standards
• Basic computer skills, including Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.
• Ability to easily adapt to changing work environment
• Ability to become a Colorado Certified Election Official through the Secretary of State's office within one (1) year and fulfill continuing education requirements to maintain Colorado Election Official Certification
• Ability to learn SCORE and understand additional technology that assists in the election process
• Demonstrates professionalism in handling angry or upset individuals on the telephone, in person, or through digital communication
• Ability to perform strenuous work such as loading, unloading, and lifting heavy objects.
• Ability to prepare a variety of routine correspondence, forms, and reports.
• Ability to work extended hours, as needed, during election cycles. Position will require greater than 40 hours/week during election cycles.
• Understands urgency and sets priorities appropriately.
• Ability to meet all statutory and workflow deadlines in order to successfully complete elections.
• Successfully handles multiple demands with short time frames.
• Sets goals and manages time efficiently.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establishes, maintains, and fosters positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to exercise attention to detail in performing assigned tasks.
• Ability to exercise tact and discretion in handling confidential information.
• Models Clerk and Recorder Purpose, Norms, and Values.
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Election Specialist II

• Advanced knowledge of data entry and ability to accurately meet data entry standards.
• Knowledge of interpersonal communication skills and ability to establish effective working relationships with County staff, officials, and the general public
• Knowledge of or ability to learn Federal Election Laws, Colorado Revised Statutes, Secretary of State Rules, best practices and local government laws and other regulations affecting elections
• Ensures election process security, integrity, and compliance within federal election laws as well as state election laws and rules
• Fulfill continuing education requirements to maintain Colorado Election Official Certification
• Understand and models Adams County Norms and Values
• General knowledge of local government organization and office locations
• Ability to operate standard office equipment such as copiers, printers and scanners, telephone systems, and windows based personal computers
• Knowledge of Clerk and Recorders policies and procedures
• Ability to work in a deadline driven environment
• Ability to work with other government offices and entities, political parties
• Demonstrates professionalism in handling angry or upset individuals on the telephone, in person, or through digital communication with minimal support
• Ability to work extended hours as needed during the election cycle, including weekends and holidays
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

More Qualifications for Success

Election Specialist I

• Experience:

• One (1) year of job experience that includes general clerical work and customer service is required

• Experience in data entry and computer operations is preferred, but not required

• Education and Training: High school diploma or GED equivalent.

• License or Certificate:

• Ability to become deputized.

• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Colorado Drivers License, state mandated auto insurance, and own transportation are required.

• Background Check: Must pass a criminal background check.

• Other: Must be registered to vote in Colorado.

Election Specialist II

• Experience:

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience as an Election Specialist I or with election processes, and

• Minimum of two (2) year of job experience that includes general clerical work and customer service is required.

• License or Certificate:

• Ability to become deputized

• Reliable transportation required

• Must be a Colorado Certified Election Official or ability to obtain within 1 year of hire.

• Voter Registration: Must be registered to vote in Colorado

• Background Check: Must pass a criminal background check annually. An MVR background check will be run before hiring in the event that you may have to drive a county vehicle.

• Special Requirements Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work environment:

• Ability to stoop, stand, sit for extended periods, and reach overhead and push, pull or handle objects weighing 25 pounds or less.

• Work is performed primarily in an office environment.

• Work atmosphere may be noisy and hectic due to contact with general public in person and on the telephone.

Adams County and the 17th Judicial District Attorneys Office complies with Colorado's Job Application Fairness Act ("JAFA"). JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant's age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.

Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.

Benefits You Expect:

• AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance
• Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Dental/Vision/Medical Plans
• Generous Vacation/Sick leave
• Long-Term Disability
• Retirement Plan
• Short-Term Disability

Plus some you might not expect:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Fitness Center
• Employee Health Clinics
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Recreation Center Discounts
• Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Wellness programs
• Lactation friendly certified workplace

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Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team. Information provided on the application is used to determine if a candidate meets minimum qualifications. Only information provided at the time of the application being completed will be considered and additional information that is not listed on the application will not be considered when deciding if a candidate meets or does not meet the qualifications. Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to include all information and details on their application. I understand and agree that only information provided at the time of my application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum requirements for this position.

• Yes, I understand and agree
• Yes, I understand but disagree.

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Please select how you meet the experience qualifications:

• Election Specialist II- Minimum of one (1) year of experience as an Election Specialist I or with election processes, AND Minimum of two (2) year of job experience that includes general clerical work and customer service AND Must be a Colorado Certified Election Official or ability to obtain within 1 year of hire.
• Election Specialist I- One (1) year of job experience that includes general clerical work and customer service.
• None of the above.

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Do you currently possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent?

• Yes
• No

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Do you currently possess or have the ability to obtain, a valid Colorado Drivers License, state mandated auto insurance, and reliable transportation?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have the ability to become deputized?

• Yes
• No

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Are you registered to vote in the state of Colorado, or will you be by the start date of this position??

• Yes
• No

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How many years of job experience that includes general clerical work and customer service do you possess?

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Employer Adams County

Address 4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Suite C4000B

Brighton, Colorado, 80601-8213

Website http://www.adamscountyco.gov/careers