Elections Outreach Coordinator
Salary
$75,411.33 - $96,708.90 Annually
Location
Riverside
Job Type
Regular
Job Number
26-13008-01
Department
Registrar of Voters
Division
Registrar of Voters
Opening Date
06/23/2026
Closing Date
7/6/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
For questions regarding this position, please contact the Recruiter listed in the Supplemental Information section.
ABOUT THE POSITION
The Riverside County Department of Registrar of Voters is seeking an Online Media and Public Outreach Coordinator (Elections Outreach Coordinator) for the Outreach Division in the Riverside location.
The Elections Outreach Coordinator is responsible for developing and delivering public outreach programs, coordinating community events, and producing digital content that educates voters about elections, registration, and the democratic process. The role includes creating videos and other media content, managing social media campaigns, building and facilitating presentations, and collaborating closely with internal election staff while representing the department at community events, voter registration drives, and educational forums. Additionally, the incumbent will be fostering partnerships with local organizations and tracking program effectiveness through data analysis and community feedback. This role requires occasional travel and field work throughout Riverside County to conduct outreach efforts, represent the department at community events, and facilitate presentations for public awareness.
Competitive candidates will be dynamic communicators with experience in public outreach, social media content creation, and event planning. Additionally, experience in Adobe Premiere Pro, Microsoft PowerPoint, and previous lead experience is required. Proficiency in Canva, Later, various social media platforms, video production, and being bilingual in Spanish are highly desired.
Applicants will be required to provide a social media graphic, video, and PowerPoint presentation work sample upon initial application.
The role may require carrying/lifting outreach event items such as standing banners, boxes of marketing materials, tables and chairs (assistance available if needed) and standing for long periods at a time, including outside, when conducting field work.
PLEASE NOTE: The position may require full-time office presence for several months leading up to, during, and after elections due to the high workload. The role may involve working weekends and holidays, including mandatory overtime during election and post-election periods. Travel throughout the county may be required. Outside of election season, employees may choose from a 4/10, 9/80, or 5/40 workweek schedule, with the option of a hybrid schedule based on business needs. Flexibility working overtime, weekends, and holidays is required.
Meet the Team!
The Riverside County Department of Registrar of Voters ensures the electoral process will be conducted professionally, consistently demonstrating neutrality and non-partisan decision-making, based upon a thorough knowledge of and compliance with all election laws by administering them timely, responsively and with integrity on behalf of those we serve.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelors degree, preferably with major coursework in business and/or public administration, management, communications, public relations, or a closely related field.
Experience: Three years working in community-based, volunteer, non-profit, government, public, or corporate organizations performing journey-level administrative and/or coordination functions related to community engagement or media outreach, public services or programs, preferably with experience in volunteer or community programs, external relations, community outreach, development, events management, marketing, or communications.
Knowledge of: Event planning methods and principles; methods and techniques used for organizing and managing projects or programs, planning breakdown, assignment designation, and budgeting; election laws, regulations and ordinances; volunteer and temporary services and the role of volunteers in relation to paid County staff; techniques for supporting, guiding and encouraging team members, digital tools and systems to support scheduling, recordkeeping and project coordination; Riverside County Registrar of Voters services.
Ability to: Plan and organize events; work within event timelines and budgets; analyze post-event information and data; create strong presentations; design creative brochures and promotional materials; organize event assignments and provide feedback; effectively communicate both orally and in writing; establish rapport and maintain cooperative, productive working relationships with staff, volunteers, groups, and community organizations; establish and maintain records and controls; prepare reports and correspondence; multi-task; work both independently and as part of a team; have excellent customer service skills.
As part of the application process, you are required submit a sample of your work that demonstrates your experience in social media management and public outreach. ALL of the following items MUST be attached to your application or emailed to the recruiter:
Other Requirements
License/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
For questions regarding this recruitment
Please contact Lital Slobodsky at lslobodsky@rivco.org or 951-955-5005. Please allow 1-2 business days for a response to general inquiries.
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APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veterans Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, attach the required documents to your job application. Documents include a copy of your (or your spouses) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service. For spousal preference, and as applicable, the following documents: a copy of your marriage certificate, spouses death certificate, a letter of spouses disability and/or letter of service-related death (if available) from the U.S. Veterans Administration. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans preference. For complete details and documentation requirements, please review the Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 here: https://rivcocob.org/board-policies
Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability
Proof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.
If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).
Work Authorization Requirement
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.
Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.
Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.
Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veterans preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com.
If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.
MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.
Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here.
MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS).
A new member is defined as any of the following:
CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".
Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.
Note:
This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.
If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If theres any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.
VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):
0 < 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)
4 < 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)
10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)
Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.
SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.
HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.
BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance).
BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.
DISABILITY:
Employees contribute to State Disability Insurance (SDI), which provides wage replacement benefits for individuals who are unable to work due to non-work-related illness, injury, or pregnancy. SDI also includes Paid Family Leave Benefits. The wage replacement rate is determined by current law, offering 60-70% of the wages earned during the SDI eligibility period.
Additionally, employees receive employer-paid Long-Term Disability Benefits, which cover 66.67% of pre-disability earnings, up to a maximum of $10,000 per month. There is a 365-day waiting period before these benefits become active. Employees may coordinate these benefits with other available leave balances to receive up to 100% of their regular pay.
POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding.
OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.
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Are you a current regular or temporary employee with County of Riverside Department of Registrar of Voters?
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Select the answer that best describes your current drivers license status:
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Have you graduated from an accredited college or university with a bachelors degree with major coursework in business and/or public administration, management, communications, public relations, journalism, telecommunications, or a closely related field? (Please attach a copy of your transcript as an attachment)
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I acknowledge that I am required to provide proof of my degree and a copy of my transcript(s) as verification of educational units completed prior to the closing date of the job posting. (Official and unofficial transcripts will be accepted. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation.)
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How many years of experience do you have working in community-based, volunteer, non-profit, government, public, or corporate organizations performing journey-level administrative or coordination functions related to one or more of the following: community engagement, media outreach, public services, or programs? (Include details on your resume/application)
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Do you have experience in volunteer or community programs, external relations, community outreach, development, events management, marketing, or communications? (Include details on your resume/application)
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How many years of experience do you have in planning and executing special events such as large-scale community and City-wide festivals, expos, concerts, special events and related activities? (Include details on your resume/application)
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Which of the following programs and/or applications are you proficient in (Please select all that apply):
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How would you rate your proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro? (Include details on your resume/application)
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Please describe your previous work experience utilizing Adobe Premiere Pro. Include details such as which position you used the program in, what kind of content did you create, what tools or features you used, how often you utilized the program, and any other relevant information. If you do not have experience, type "N/A" (Include details on your resume/application).
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What level of previous work experience do you have in video production? (Include details on your resume/application)
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What is your level of knowledge and experience utilizing Microsoft PowerPoint? (Include details on your resume/application)
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How many years of full-time work experience do you possess working with various social media platforms, including creating social media content and using social media management tools such as Later? (Include details on your resume/application)
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How many years of lead or senior experience do you have? (Include details on your resume/application)
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What is your Spanish bilingual level?
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This position requires incumbents to work weekends, evenings, and holidays, including mandatory overtime based on departmental needs. Are you able to work weekends, evenings, holidays, and overtime as needed?
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I understand the physical requirements of this position as stated in the job posting, and I am willing and able to perform these duties with or without a reasonable accommodation.
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I acknowledge that all information provided in the questions above must be clearly reflected on your resume/application, and that any discrepancies may result in your application not being considered.
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I acknowledge that I have attached or emailed all required work samples, as outlined in the job posting, demonstrating my experience in social media management and public outreach.
Required Question
Employer County of Riverside
Address County Admin. Center P.O. Box 1569
4080 Lemon St., 7th floor
Riverside, California, 92502-1569
Phone Contact Recruiter for Job Information
Website http://www.rc-hr.com