Registrar of Voters
County of Kern, California
Bakersfield, CA
Annual Salary: $159,839 – $191,031 DOE/DOQ
The County of Kern, California, is seeking an experienced and transparent Registrar of Voters to oversee all federal, state, and local elections and ensure the integrity, accessibility, and efficiency of the electoral process. This role leads the County's newly established Elections Department, which was recently separated from the Auditor-Controller-County Clerk's Office, and plays a critical part in upholding public trust through accurate, secure, and compliant election administration. As a key partner to the Board of Supervisors and the community, the Registrar of Voters guides a high-profile and essential public function, balancing operational excellence with clear, responsive communication in a dynamic and visible environment. The ideal candidate brings a strong technical foundation in election administration and public sector operations, along with exceptional communication, judgment, and relationship-building and public-facing leadership skills to effectively engage diverse stakeholders, navigate complex legal requirements, and foster transparency and confidence in the democratic process. Deliver transparent, secure, and trusted elections, apply today!
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