Voter Services Coordinator

Voter Services Coordinator

Salary

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Location

York County Voter Registration & Elections, York, SC

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2026-01148

Department

Voter Registration and Elections

Division

VOTER REGISTRATION/ELECT

Opening Date

10/01/2026

Closing Date

10/14/2026 5:00 PM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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About Our Opportunity

The Board of Voter Registration and Elections of York County, SC is hiring a full-time (40 hours weekly), non-exempt Voter Services Coordinator to join our team. The purpose of this position is to perform technical work in the area of precinct planning, mapping, implementation and maintenance of all current and proposed York County Precincts. Also performs technical work involving the operation of Elections system and Geographical Information System (GIS) programs which includes gathering, updating, interpreting geographic data, planning, implementation and management of geographical information system projects.

Projected Salary Range/Grade 107: $16.95 - $20.34, salary is determined based on experience and education.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am -5:00 pm; occasional evenings and weekends depending on operational needs.During peak election time, it is not uncommon for this position to work 70 or more hours per week in the weeks leading into and immediately following major elections.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Creates new precincts and determines definable precinct boundaries by identifying and evaluating critical growth areas, population density, and spatial data within the county.
• Converts existing maps or develops maps using coordinate geometry: creates, exports, imports, maintains, and edits files and feature classes within ArcView program.
• Prepares and maintains accurate geographic data for voter registration to ensure correct voting combination assignments.
• Researches and pinpoints potential polling locations; evaluates suitability for voting purposes and American with Disabilities Act compliance.
• Researches street and road locations using GIS mapping; researches and processes annexations, street additions, and changes using GIS mapping and 911 GEO system.
• Creates maps, layers, and overlays as requested by the department director.
• Maintains and ensures compliance with the federal Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act balloting and maintains tracking through Electronic Voting Accessibility Tool, Voter Registration and Election Management System, and spreadsheet management.
• Uses spatial data such as voter addresses, census data, land use plans, subdivisions, and other population change indicators to assess population growth as electoral factor through geocoding of voter registration data.
• Downloads absentee reports and sends them to an off-site company for ballot mailing. Researches and tracks absentee ballots using online tracking system. Scans and files processed voter registration forms per retention policy.
• Receives and records absentee ballot requests; issues proper ballots; and assists with coordination and oversight of absentee precinct.
• Receives and processes walk in, mail in, and state agency voter registration applications and changes: determines eligibility as prescribed by law and ensures proper assignment of voters to correct precincts and districts; prepares and mails voter registration cards.
• Interacts, communicates, and assists various groups including voters, general public, poll managers, candidates, media, other county staff; receives and responds to public inquires, requests, and complaints.
• This position will be required to drive county vehicles to attend training as necessary, as well as drive a county vehicle to pick up nightly vote materials from early voting locations during early voting periods.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Associates Degree in Communications, Emergency Management, GIS, Planning, Zoning and or other relevant fields.
• Three (3) years of experience with GIS related systems such as ESRI Enterprise ArcGIS Platform Applications (ArcGIS Desktop and ArcGIS Pro), AutoCAD and supporting software packages and databases; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Special Certifications and Licenses:

• Must complete South Carolina Voter Registration and Elections Certification program.
• Notary Public or the ability to obtain.
• Requires state driver's license

Applicants with equivalent experience and/or education may be considered.

Physical Demands: Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

• Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance: York County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Standard Clauses: May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the County.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

About York County Government

York County is located in the Piedmont region, between the Broad River and the Catawba River. Its diverse landscape is home to family-friendly towns/cities, a progressive urban region and lakefront communities. We are excited you want to join our team and recognize that our employees are the foundation of our success.

Mission Statement- York County provides quality public services in an open, efficient, and responsive manner.

Vision Statement- York County provides an environment where all citizens and businesses can thrive and succeed.

Core Values - Excellence through Professionalism

Respect - respect builds bridges, not silos. How we live it? Golden rule - treat others as you want to be treated.

Dedicated- strong work ethic. How we live it? Persistence, reliability and commitment to do your best.

Integrity- do the right thing instead of what is convenient. How we live it? Displaying strong moral principles.

Knowledgeable- ready and able. How we live it? Having the right competencies necessary for achievement.

Friendly- service with a smile. How we live it? Being respectful, pleasant and helpful to ALL.

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Our Total Compensation Full-Time Package:

• Compensation - competitive market-rate pay, and negotiable based on qualifications.
• Comprehensive State Medical Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-term disability
• Parental Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Deferred Compensation 401K Plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Public Loan Forgiveness Program (Student Loan Forgiveness Program)
• 11 Paid Holidays + 3 Optional Holidays
• Longevity Pay
• SC State Retirement Plan Pension
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Expanded Sick Bank
• Critical Care and Cancer Insurance
• Wellness Screenings
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Professional Development / Trainings / Conferences

Full-time employees are allowed to participate in group medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance programs offered by York County Government. If employees elect to secure dependent coverage, the employee should pay the additional costs for such coverage. All statements of insurance coverage are subject to the terms, conditions, restrictions and other eligibility requirements that are set forth in various insurance plan documents.

Our full-time benefits through PEBA (South Carolina Retirement Systems and State Health Plan) include health insurance, prescription benefits, dental, vision, life insurance, MoneyPlus, Health Savings Accounts, retirement (Membership in the South Carolina Retirement System is mandatory for county employees), and deferred compensation. Making decisions about your insurance and retirement benefits can sometimes be complicated and difficult. The Navigating Your Benefits series provides common-language explanations and can help you find your way in the world of your insurance and retirement benefits: Navigating Your Benefits | S.C. PEBA (sc.gov)

Other full-time benefits include longevity allowance, annual leave, sick leave, holiday pay, Sick Leave Bank, wellness benefits, Employee Assistance Program, etc. Please contact Human Resources at Human.Resources@yorkcountygov.com if you would like more information.

Longevity Allowance

Full-time regular county employees, elected officials, appointed officials, and judges with ten or more years of full time continuous governmental service are eligible to receive a monthly longevity allowance in addition to their regular compensation. Continuous service transferred from employment with another county, municipality, state or a political entity created by the State may contribute toward eligibility for the longevity allowance. Longevity allowances are paid according to the following schedule.

Longevity Allowance

Years of Continuous Service Monthly Longevity Amount

10-14 Years $20.00

15-19 Years $25.00

20-24 Years $30.00

25-29 Years $35.00

30-34 Years $40.00

35-39 Years $45.00

40+ Years $50.00

Parental Leave

Employees that have been employed at least 12 months with the county may be eligible for up to 30 days of parental leave immediately following the birth, adoption or placement of a legal dependent child.

Bereavement Leave

Three (3) days of bereavement leave for the death of an immediate family member, which includes a spouse, parent, grandparent or child.

Annual Leave

Probationary and regular full-time county employees that work at least twenty (20) hours per week accrue annual leave with pay. Employees in their new hire six (6) month probationary period shall not be able to use annual leave until they become regular county employees. Employees who are separating from county service shall be paid for all accrued, unused annual leave up to 360 hours provided they give York County as the employer the proper notice as required. Employees in their six (6) month New Hire probationary period who are terminated or separated from employment shall not be paid for accrued annual leave. The maximum amount of annual leave carried into each calendar year is 360 hours.

Earning Rate for Full-Time Employees

Full-time employees with less than ten years of continuous service earn at the rate of eight hours of paid annual leave for each month of service during a twelve month period. Full-time employees with at least ten years, but less than twenty years of continuous service will earn at the rate of ten (10) hours of paid annual leave for each month of service during a twelve-month period. Full-time employees with twenty or more years of service will earn at the rate of twelve (12) hours of paid annual leave for each month of service during a twelve (12) months period.

Sick Leave

Full-time county employees may be entitled to earn sick leave with pay. Employees may accrue up to 1,440 hours of sick leave. Upon termination of employment with the County, employees may not be reimbursed for any unused sick leave. When a paid holiday occurs while an employee is on sick leave with pay, the day may not be charged as sick leave.

Earning Rate of Sick Leave

Full time employees will earn eight hours of sick leave per month of service during a twelve month period.

Paid Holiday's

The following days may be observed as paid holidays for York County Employees:

January - December: 3 Optional Holidays per Calendar Year

January: New Year's Day and Martin Luther King Day

May: Memorial Day

June: Juneteenth Day

July: Independence Day

September: Labor Day

November: Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Friday after Thanksgiving

December: Christmas Eve, Christmas Day

Training:

Quality training and educational programs are available at various times for county employees in order to support workforce development that is consistent with organizational objectives. Training topics may include driver training, CPR/first aid, communication, supervisor training, workplace violence, substance abuse, and various computer related classes.

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As Voter Services Coordinator, you must obtain Election Official certification from the SC State Election Commission within the 18-months of employment and maintain certification throughout employment. Please list your current status or ability to obtain.

02

Are you a South Carolina Notary Public?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you Election Center Certified or do you possess Elections Registration Administrator (CERA) Certification? Please provide details of each certification.

04

Experience using of ArcGIS Geographic Information System software preferred. Please describe your experience with ArcGIS.

05

Describe your experience in project management, event coordination, or team leadership.

06

Have you worked previously in a voter registration and/or elections office? If so, please explain your responsibilities.

07

During peak election time, it is not uncommon for this position to work 70 or more hours per week in the weeks leading into and immediately following major elections. Are you prepared to make this commitment to service? Please explain your answer.

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Employer York County Government

Address 6 South Congress Street

P.O. Box 85

York, South Carolina, 29745

Phone 803-684-8512

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/yorkcountysc